Do the seal glands need locktite to prevent loosening on hyd. cylinder ?
757594
No, they do not. go to the seastar web site and download the PDF document for instructions on how to change the glands. A copy also comes with the part.
757595
You do NOT want to use locktite. If you follow the instructions the seals will seat to the point where you don't need anything else. If you were to use locktite you might not be able to unseat the seals in the future should the need arise. After installing the seals I have not had any leaking problems whatsoever. Hope this helps you out.
757596
I didn't use any locktite on mine and I have not had any leakage or had them loosen in the past year since I installed them. I would be hesitant on using any permanent locktite in the event they would need to be tightened later.
757597
I didn't use any, and I don't remember the instructions calling for Loctite. It's probably NOT a good idea due to the risk of fluid contamination and that the spanner isn't a tool you would be able to apply any real torque to remove the the cylinder nuts for future seal replacement. But of course - it's your call. Find the instructions on-line and have a read.
356535
Yes. I tested mine and the seal is complete. I find this accessory to be of good quality and functional. Have had no problems and use it often
131607
I did adjust the closure and made sure the seal was okay. That seems to have taken care of the problem the last couple of times I used it.
1412142
No. The nut does have a recess that holds the round seal in place as it's tightened.
1437135
Yes. You will want to remove the pushrods before pressurizing the cylinder, so that the valves will be closed. I would also bring each cylinder to the top dead center position and lock the crankshaft so that it won't turn. This is extra insurance just in case you loose air pressure in the cylinder for some reason, the valve(s) won't fall into the cylinder.
1677635
Philip I don't Know, but if you go to the Seastar website they have a table which matches seal kits to stearing cylinders, hope that helps
62118
Delta Diamond Seal products prevent water from coming in contact with any contaminates
2267546
I would recommend using Vaseline on the rubber o-ring. This will help with the seal.
552407
No sealant is necessary. Just place the Sani Seal in position per the directions and there is no additional sealant required.
667390
It is very hard to get them nice and tight. This is a job for a man! Seriously that is the only way to get it tightly secured. My dad puts it in for me and it does not budge. You gotta have muscles. :)
1282258
Yes, but it's a pretty strong one. I used mine a lot and it still stays closed tight. I have had no problems with it.
1560240
I have this on a 5.56 and its great. This is a very solid piece and does stay put. But i still use locktite on anything not intended to be removable. I have used the on lights and lasers. I have no problem recommending this. Hope this helps.
1706880
Yes left to loosen. And help with a hammer to tap it loose. It took two people when we did it. One to keep the tub from turning. On an online video, they left the white ring on top of the tub which may have help the guy in the video do it single handedly. Or maybe his wasn't on as tightly as ours was! Good luck.
1636189
I don't have any air leaks around any of my seals. So it doesn't need them, but it wouldn't hurt anything if you felt like spending the extra time and money.
1758309
my best assumption -from experience , is to always use the lubricant thats called for . when i used an oil other than what was called for on a seal , it ruined the seals . also remember to use the required oil sparingly ( follow the recommended anount and frequency)
1050690
I added a coat of Thompson's Water Seal to mine and it's pretty solid. A lot of people were complaining about swelling during rain but I haven't had that since I put the water sealer on in it.
839587
I believe the attachment provides enough seal compared to having the original rubber seal. I also have to qualify that I am saying without putting it through any rigorous test