242 is a medium strength. If you have a medium strength application then try 243, it is oil tolerant.
I use 222 purple. It is a low strength intended for tiny screws. Using a snap-on torque driver and 222 I never have problems with loose scopes or mounts.
I want to get rid of the oil so the fresh locktite will bond properly. I do not get OCD on the old locktite residue as long as I know it was clean (no oil residue) when it was put on. Extra wear and tear on those tiny threads cleaning it out with a tap? Only if I have to.
Perhaps I am guilty of assumption, sorry.
The 77 TMK works at 2,000fps or even less but an Alaskan moose at 50 paces with an FMJ in the heart is not going far.
I am for the 20" barrel for 5.56 FMJ in combat to produce the minimum magic velocity of 2,500fps to 2.700fps at a useful distance to...
Hi, This is yet another Bob from Texas.
Old for 68, retired, worn out and used up. I still enjoy life but I am never hunting in the mountains again. Used to live in Colorado and miss the mountains. It is what it is and that is the way it goes. Used to do a lot of competition in precision...
Can't believe I read the whole thing!
Great thread guys!
Super high quality and even the fuds were more entertaining than annoying.
The great number and quality of the necroscopy photos really seals the deal on the formerly lowly 223.
I am convinced the TMK is very special.
Some day I will...