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| | | | Joined: Dec 2013 Posts: 786 Former BMW Rider | | Former BMW Rider Joined: Dec 2013 Posts: 786 | I need to install a Redi-Sleeve on the harmonic balancer of my 235. The instructions call for a "non-hardening sealant" to set the sleeve to the harmonic balancer. The guy at my FLAPS suggested Permatex Black Ultra. I've heard of Red Loctite being used, but someone said it turns soft when subjected to significant heat? What are you using to set the sleeve? Thanks, | | | | | Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 29,777 Kettle Custodian (pot stirrer) | | Kettle Custodian (pot stirrer) Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 29,777 | If the balancer gets hot enough to soften red Loctite (500+ degrees) I hope your fire insurance policy is paid up! I like to put the part in a freezer overnight if possible and put a couple of drops of Loctite in the wear groove of the balancer I'm trying to cover up just before tapping the sleeve on. Once the temps normalize, it's on there to stay.
Jerry
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| | | | | Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 5,337 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 5,337 | The sleeves I have used come with red loctite.
See the USA in your vintage Chevrolet! My Blog | | | | | Joined: Dec 2013 Posts: 786 Former BMW Rider | | Former BMW Rider Joined: Dec 2013 Posts: 786 | Well, red loctite it is! Out of curiosity, I contacted Federal Mogul and spoke with a technical support person. Their specific recommendation was Loctite 609. As you can see, it's for cylindrical bonding. Permatex also has a comparable product, Permatex 60950. Unfortunately, these products are not on the shelf at your FLAPS. So if red loctite has been working for you guys, it will work for me. I even have some out in the garage...... Thanks you guys, | | | | | Joined: Jun 2004 Posts: 8,597 Riding in the Passing Lane | | Riding in the Passing Lane Joined: Jun 2004 Posts: 8,597 | I always use RTV on them. It is slick & helps it slide on & seals it. Those sleeves stretch when they are pressed on. No way can they come loose.
They say money can't buy happiness. It can buy old Chevy trucks though. Same thing. 1972 Chevy c10 Cheyenne SuperIn the Gallery Forum | | | | | Joined: Mar 2012 Posts: 240 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2012 Posts: 240 | Andy,
The grooves in my balancer were deep, so I was concerned about creating a "hollow". I used some JB Weld to fill the groove and put some rtv past it on the shaft. No leaks so far, but as you know I'm not a high miler.
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Bill
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| | | | | Joined: Dec 2013 Posts: 786 Former BMW Rider | | Former BMW Rider Joined: Dec 2013 Posts: 786 | Hi Bill, I had the same problem and used some JB Weld too. It seems like it filled the groove. I'll be pressing on the sleeve early next week. The kids and grand kids are coming for the weekend, so Granpy (not Grumpy) won't be hibernating in the garage this weekend. BTW, I've got the 'new' rear end (3.90) installed and hope to have the engine buttoned-up and in this month. The SM420 four speed is ready and waiting, once the custom drive shaft is built and the spring perches are welded, I'll be 'On the Road Again' just like old Willie Nelson.............  | | |
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