pivot screw keeps becoming loose

[kniferbro]

On my Buck Alpha Dorado, the pivot screw keeps untightening after repeated openings. is there any material i can put on the screw to keep it tight? like some sort of glue that is safe??

 

[doctorsuds]

A very tiny amount of Loctite 242 Blue Threadlocker should do the trick.

 

[kniferbro]

can I buy that at say, walmart?

 

[Orion's Belt]

A very tiny amount of Loctite 242 Blue Threadlocker should do the trick.

Exactly. I actually use the purple Loc Tite for small fasteners. It holds well and is easier to remove without the use of heat.

 

[Orion's Belt]

can I buy that at say, walmart?

I'm not sure if WalMart will have it, but a hard ware store such as Home Depot or Lowe's will more than likely have it.

 

[dsmegst]

The best thing to do is to clean/degrease the threads of the screw and the pivot. Then apply a small dot or two to the threads of the screw. I use a paper clip to dip the liquid and place a small amount onto the screw. You have a couple minutes to tune the pivot to your liking. Then leave alone for 24 hours to cure.

 

[Bill DeShivs]

Nail polish works, too.

 

[cziv]

Nail polish works, too.

Yeah for girls! Just kidding Bill....never considered it. How does it come apart? Nail polish remover, heat?