Blue loctite muzzle brake It Does anyone use loc-tite on a muzzle brake, or just hand tighten them? I find that after three or four shots, I can turn the brake a little to bottom it out (less than 1/8 of a turn). 2. If no suppressor is used just a crush washer and proper torque. Thread starter-CRASH; Start date Aug 29, 2024; Aug 29, 2024 #1 I wouldn’t use red for a hunting rifle but I can see an AR might melt blue. Keep the heat on the muzzle device. type of products, the surfaces need to be completely free of oils and lubricants. My MB&M Beast brake kept coming loose during firing on a 300 NMI. 640-. 100% Made in USA. The 5-port brake, the TI Pro 3, is the most effective I have found. The bolt heads should be facing upwards. Rifle: 300 WM Scope: new FFP 5x25 ATACR Nightforce. Adding to cart The item has been added. As for the hardware , just remember what material you are dealing with and torque accordingly. The upgrade should be quick, so we only expect the site to be down for 1-2 hours Alright so I’ve got two different guns that I’m looking to put ASR brakes on for my suppressors. I personally use some blue loctite on the threads. I use blue loctite and have never had a problem. We recommend the following order of operations to speed up mounting time and reduce your frustration level. Looks great and does the job. Reply. and this brake is going no where. Blue Loctite works fine on brake threads. I do not recommend loctite use on any muzzle device. (Rocksett is generally removed with water, Loctite is generally removed with heat) For a muzzle mount, Rocksett is the correct thing to use as it is will take heat better than the Locktite. Timing the brake requires a little more work, but it is still relatively simple. put just the smallest drop of blue-loctite and go hand tight. Slovak Style Muzzle Brake. And we weren't cheap with it either. Then secure it using the (3) Allen bolt set screws to tighten it down Now using another dial caliper since mine is at a friend's house I checked measurements again and both showed 0. They said that they had encountered many reports of barrels not performing up to expectations, and found that the muzzle devices were constricting the bore. I add blue loctite. Scope is secure and I believe good. Blue loctite will NOT I've never known Savage to locktite a muzzle brake and thats all I have in long guns. It grips harder than the most severe galling press fit. 0 RH with pin detent notch. Buy Ruger Marlin 1894 44 Mag SBL comet muzzle brake from Ranger Point store. Posted: 8/17/2015 6:32:20 AM EST Just mounted a Surefire 5. Reply reply beamanmc • I use it on all my muzzle devices, only 2 drops though. Far as breaking a loctite bond (if it is loctited), different grades take different heat levels. 675 $149. FS Brand New Glock 43x- Cerakoted Egg Blue. Thread starter Sending156s; Start date Apr 22, 2019; Thread lock Muzzle Brake with blue Loc-tite??? Sending156s; Apr 22, 2019; Replies 4 Views 4K. there is some testing with larger and larger holes on muzzle brakes the effect is not as big as one might think. It is very shooter friendly now. Then I just unscrewed the can. Muzzle brakes got the "red loctite gooped on" treatment also. I like the 2 Witts, on my Varmint Guns ( a . 3. THREAD: 11/16 x 24 tpi (for Ruger made Marlin 1895 45-70 rifle Re: gun smith permanently attached muzzle brake Yeah, Loctite is not the right way to go with this. Never had an issue with anything coming loose, even after a lot of shooting and a scalding can unable to be packed away for a little bit. Remove all 4 machine bolts from the muzzle brake. Don’t fool around with calipers. I've seen permatex green at automotive stores, but don't know if it is comparable. I rarely remove any of the brakes but do make an effort to clean well and have never The brake doesn’t really change recoil much. Loctites are for indicated temperature ranges, so the key is to use one above anticipated operating temp range, but not so high you have to heat it But occasionally I will loosen my asr muzzle brake when trying to remove my can. Blue Loctite is works best for ancillary items such as scope mounts If a muzzle brake weighs heavy, it adds an extra weight to your firearm. There is a nonzero chance that the blue loctite really did help, but not how you think. Still prefer the loctite. MUZZLE BRAKE: Reduces recoil and muzzle flash by approximately 25% SPECS: Marlin Dark Factory Specs: . Rocksett has been used with some success but blue, red, or purple Loctite is a shortcut in my opinion. Leveled the brake and torqued the brake screws dry. 1 of 3 Go to page. Joined Oct 18, 2018 If that muzzle brake doesn't get on exact or starts to loosen a little, I'm afraid it will affect the POI I’ve used Loctite Blue for the hex-head screw on the front sight of Glocks. Our stainless steel muzzle brake is designed to work on the new Ruger made SBL for a slim profile, aggressive rifle muzzle brake. 746" OD / 5/8 x 24 tpi) INSTALLATION: Blue Loctite (not red) + hand tighten onto threaded barrelBLUE LOCTITE + HAND TIGHTENED ONTO THREADED BARREL fbt: Red or Blue loctite I'm fairly familiar with the AR platform and I was kind of shocked to find out AK brakes weren't secured in the same way. The instructions with the brake are pretty basic (degrease threads, use the crush washer and use loctite). I do want to remove the brake every 40-60 rounds for a cleaning though. In my case the fit was perfect on a 20” SPS Tactical. Kahntrol KSMB645 for muzzle diameter of . That barrel is not going to get hot enough to break it. After researching various brakes I decided on one that is more like a ported barrel. you can use anti-seize lubricant if you want to I have removed a pinned/welded AK74 brake before, but destroyed the muzzle brake in the process. Manufactured under partnership by CNC Warrior llc Threads on easily. Blue Loctite is works best for ancillary items such as scope mounts On the other hand, if you torque the part to 20 lb/in then the part might be held with as much as 170 lb/in of torque (the original 20 lb/in of torque plus the max 150 lb/in that blue Loctite is capable of holding). Apply blue Loctite or a removable thread locker to the 4 VR80 Muzzle Brake by TACCOM3G VR80-BRAKE TACCOM3G. APPLY BLUE LOCTITE 243 TO SET SCREWS AND INSTALL SCREWS IN COMP WITH A 1/16 ALLEN WRENCH. Red is for stuff that should never come off blue is removable but leaves a mess. So, the relevant part is the Muzzle Brake shook itself loose. I used an alcohol swab. My question is about the brake. 5. Toggle menu. Clean both the threads on the barrel and the threads on the MB with alcohol or something else to fully de-grease them, then apply a reasonable amount of 262. I personally wouldn't use both at the same time, just use one or the other. That being said, I’ve bought a Im adding a muzzle brake to the Ruger precision rifle. I use a Yankee Hill brake on my 6. so far ! To install, hand tighten and use blue Loctite, no indexing or torque specs; Specification. S. It's the Industry Standard for Muzzle Brake Applications due to the temp rating and removable strength rating similar to Blue Loctite. Reply reply FreshOutdoorAir • I actually prefer VC3 over blue Loctite for screws. I am usually swapping it around at the range so it’s no big deal. Rocksett is about the same strength as Decrease Quantity of Muzzle Brake . Second way is to put the firearm in a padded vice. How much recoil can Most all of my rifles have a muzzle brake as I am a sheep/goat/chamois/ibex hunter and shoot almost exclusively magnums. High temp loctite is good til about 430 deg or so while rocksett is good for fourish times that. I'm building my wasr to hunt with, primarily hog and coyote, maybe deer. 875″ These muzzle brakes are sold as blanks and have to be installed on your rifles and barrels by professional gunsmiths for To install, hand tighten and use blue Loctite, no indexing or torque specs SPECS. Decrease Quantity of Muzzle Brake . Reactions: WYO300RUM, mdmiller, waveslayer and 1 other person. 746" OD / 5/8 x 24 tpi) CLASSIC COMET BRAKE:Scroll down below to learn more; INSTALLATION:Blue Loctite (not red) + hand tighten onto threaded barrel BLUE LOCTITE + HAND TIGHTENED ONTO THREADED BARREL Less felt recoil, less muzzle jump, improved accuracy – the Recoil Hawg is the most effective muzzle brake on the market. Brake selection is 100% about design, not cost, not anecdotes of performance, not how cool they look, not if Buy Ruger Marlin 336 SBL comet muzzle brake from Ranger Point store. 746" OD / 5/8 x 24 tpi) INSTALLATION: Blue Loctite (not red) + hand tighten onto threaded I have always rocksett muzzle devices, but just used blue loctite and proper torque on HUB mounts. MUZZLE BRAKE:Reduces recoil and muzzle flash by approximately 25%; SPECS:Henry X Series (. FEENIX Well-Known Member. I've researched for a week looking for results for a keymo muzzle brake and I've found some people saying they've had good success. The most common mistake I see is where a great many use There is a green loctite that is good to 450F-500F. On-Center Threaded Brakes - Our custom installed muzzle brakes are all threaded on-center with the bore. I have no issue on the 6. I realized that the muzzle brake is offensive to nearby shooters and want to remove it. N. or packing in/out with the occasional shot at game. I ended up cutting a piece of . The loctite is used as a “lubricant” for installation that will dry completely. MUZZLE BRAKE: Reduces recoil and muzzle flash by approximately 25% MATERIAL: Polished stainless steel (silver color) or black nitride coated stainless steel. Decrease Quantity of Marlin 1895 45-70 SBL Comet Muzzle Brake (stainless) Increase Quantity of Marlin 1895 45-70 SBL Comet Muzzle Brake (stainless) Adding to cart The item has been added. If you plan to get your rifle threaded by a gunsmith, provide them with the exact The muzzle brake is provided with a locking set screw to bolt the muzzle brake down. Reactions: BW64 and General RE LEE. 805 and the muzzle brake FIT PERFECTLY. Install CETME flash hider w/ blue Loctite on threads. I began to unscrew it at the end, and the muzzle device was coming off with it. I’ve had too stripped screws with Site updates coming Wednesday, 1/29 at 8am CT! The site will be down for routine maintenance on Wednesday, 1/29 starting at 8am CT. Danwit New member. is usually not needed for AK muzzle Muzzle brake I bought for my rifle came with a packet of grease but that was it. Re: Rockset Vs Blue loctite for threaded barrel [Re: Big Blue Loctite softens easily with the application of Heat, which makes it easier to remove (heat gun). Idk if y’all heat them up enough to matter? OPTIONAL: Apply a drop of semi-permanent (blue), high-temperature Loctite to the threads of your barrel before installing the MDT COMP Muzzle Brake. Is 1. It might be crittermageddon by the time your barrel reaches 430 but I wouldn't want to find out the hard way that the brake came loose. Forums. Also on the adapters that screw into the back of the suppressor itself, for the same reason. free shipping on orders over $150 for members / excluding firearm shipments. IIRC red Loctite needs 450° to release. "To anger a conservative, lie to him. The upgrade should be quick, so we only expect the site to be down for 1-2 hours maximum. 2 Ib. In theory it breaks down with heat. Joined Jan 30, 2016 Messages 694. Both red and blue loctite are rated to 300 degrees F. Do yourself a favor and buy some extra crush washers to piggyback with shipping on your muzzle brake order. Constantly studying spots welds, mag well dimple shapes, center support rivet heads and selector markings for the last 12 years Description. If you want to go shoot before you get some in the mail, which I would not personally do, just be careful to check the muzzle device periodically, and don't go crazy Advanced Search Cancel Create thread New Forums More Login / Join Have a muzzle break for 9mm rifle and a tube of blue loctite incoming and someone suggested using rocksett instead. Measure your barrel diameter with a micrometer. Whether it’s correct or not, the Arsenal brake on the WBP sits more flush against the front sight base than on the Arsenal. Align the muzzle brake with the barrel and slide it until it is flush with the first chamber of the muzzle brake (approximately 1 inch). The only problem that I had was my use of blue loctite on the barrel. 1; 2; 3; Next. 746" OD / 5/8 x 24 tpi) CLASSIC COMET BRAKE: Scroll down below to learn more INSTALLATION: Blue MUZZLE BRAKE: Reduces recoil and muzzle flash by approximately 25% SPECS: Henry X Series 357 Mag and 360 Buckhammer (. The "Comet Brake" is designed to be a slim, flush fit and aggressive rifle muzzle brake that works especially well to reduce felt recoil. Threads were a little goofed up but easily restored with some careful file work. Crush washers are easier to use IMO. Back off the LITE Muzzle Brake until it is level or timed. I've used it extensively with suppressor mounts, muzzle brakes, and competition pistol comps. INSTALLATION: Blue Loctite (not red) + hand tighten onto threaded barrelBLUE LOCTITE + HAND TIGHTENED ONTO THREADED BARREL fbt: related products Spoke to my gunsmith and he recommended hand tight on the muzzle brake. Apply Blue Loctite or removable thread locker to all 4 bolts. Dealers. BUT The only way I see is to heat the muzzle up to about 550F. Then you cost the muzzle with a thin layer of blue loctite to lubricate itself against the muzzle brake. Save Share Reply Quote Like. I have a few of the standard finish ones too and heat them up to get a blue-ish to yellow-purple tint to them. Blue Loctite is supposedly the one for things like muzzle brakes- the higher strength Red Loctite is the version that melts at 500°F. As far as boring one out - Precisionrifleblog. Add to I use blue loc-tite and have never had one move in use, and I have never had one gall or corrode in the threads. as do lock nuts. I used a hammer and a book to get the muzzle completely seated into the brake. velvetant Well-Known Member. To save you from this problem, the company has tried to keep the device as lightweight as possible. Even with exchange and postage it was cheaper than buying the Canadian equivalent. I recently installed a shark type muzzle brake along with a 1" butt pad and recoil buffer. I use proper torque plus LocTite 242 (blue LOCTITE BLUE RED GREEN THREAD LOCKER Recoil Reducing Muzzle Brakes (12 gauge) and Catamount install; Saiga 12 Conversion; Saiga 12 Firing Demonstrations; Saiga Internal Receiver Block Installation; Saiga Rifle Muzzle Brake Installation; Blue is rated as medium strength removable. I know, something something loctite, crush washer, and it's done. 8 SPC. Precision machined from T6-6061 aluminum and finished off in type II black anodizing for a sleek There is one other wicking Loctite I know of 220, it is a lower strength version of 290, it is a blue liquid and is designed for fasteners up to ¼”. Yup, the Masen brake wobbles when installed and that bothered me too. Loosen (or remove) the muzzle device, and the problem disappeared. Reactions: Brickie. I've used red loctite before and it's got nothing on products like Rocksett for heat resistance. I got it shimmed up to where I thought it should be and allowed a little bit of room for torque so I applied the 620 compound threaded Saturday while testing some loads with RL23 my POI had shifted 1" left at the same time I noticed the custom brake had worked loose a couple of threads. Rating - 100%. Depending on how hard you're using it the loctite may not hold up. If you want to remove it, use a heat gun and roast the muzzle break. It came right off. It's far superior to Red or Blue Loctite due to the massive 1,500 degree temperature The concern with blue loctite is finer aluminum threads aren’t strong enough to withstand breaking the fastener back loose. Super easy to install SKS muzzle brake just twist on your front sight and lock Loctite 243 Blue Threadlocker. Loctite probably won’t hold up great to the heat anyway Reply reply Muzzle devices get too hot for blue loctite. There is a note on their website about checking Bushmaster muzzle brakes and flash hiders that are permanently attached are done so in the following manner ; The unit is threaded onto the barrel, blind hole drilled in two places into the threads, holes are pinned, pins are welded over, welds are ground flush and the complete barrel assembly is then sent to finish. Position the GGW and caliber marking at the bottom. 746" OD / 5/8 x 24 tpi) CLASSIC COMET BRAKE: Scroll down below to learn more INSTALLATION: Blue The garnet blasted brake blends in nicely with carbon wrapped barrels. DE-Grease and Blue Loctite, the end of, Bbl and Screws as stated and TIGHTEN, the piszz outta them screws ( don't strip, threads tho ! ) There's been, NO "movement" on my Brakes,. To install, hand tighten and use blue LocTite, no indexing or torque specs . I use a small amount of blue loc-tite on brakes. But, it helps protect the blast baffle from magnums. The finish was excellent. Your AK should have a muzzle break detent though so theres no reason it should be loosening up Using locktite or crush washer etc. 25. Yes or no? My first time using a brake so I am asking for advice. Blue loctite and torque is fine. I have some regular blue or some high temp loctite that might fit the (Same can, same muzzle device. 1 inch). Can you use it with or without a crush washer Home News. I won't be switching back and forth with a can. 22-250 and a 6 XC ) They help with, the muzzle Jump and about, 30- 35% less Recoil. 1) Thread the brake onto the muzzle until The barrel OD may not be 100% concentric with the bore or the threads of the barrel, and boring the muzzle brake may not work, as you may have to bore bigger than the barrel to get it to work rightthat would be ugly. Each brake is made to match the exact OD (outer diameter) and the thread pitch (tpi) of the rifle make/model Muzzle brake twists on and is held in place with a set screw. I wouldn't use much if any. Align the muzzle brake with the barrel, and thread it on as far as possible. As titled, is an adhesive such as Loctite or Rocksett needed when attaching a muzzle brake or flash hider? I've swapped out a couple of mine and never used it, nor had the factory when I bought the rifles. Posted: 8/16/2015 6:09:35 AM EST [#2] Suppressor manufacturers like Rocksett because Loctite softens at the muzzle temps suppressed weapons can see. Posted: 10/20/2024 10:17:38 AM EST [#10] I don’t use any adhesive on optic mounts/scope rings. 005 brass the length of the contact surface of the brake with the barrel, and wrapped it around the barrel in a "U" fashion and then tapped on the muzzle Sorry to here about your issues, especially since I have recommended them in the past. While mounting the device, you are suggested to use blue Loctite because it will help the muzzle brake to stay still on the firearm during the recoils. you use a peel washer or a crush washer (preferred). I used loctite blue as directed to lubricate the install. Once it is secure, use some Chase threads w/ appropriate die. ) What i did was, blue loctite on the muzzle, let it sit for a day. Archived post. 56 and my 9mm SP5k. SKU: 207; MUZZLE BRAKE: Reduces recoil and muzzle flash by approximately 25%; SPECS: Smith & Wesson 1854 Series 44 Mag (. Obviously the arsenal has the threaded FSB, and the wbp has the threaded muzzle. Is there any more too it? Like a torque setting that's good or what type of loctite to use (I have blue, red, and 690 (the green really powerful stuff). That said, don't really use a muzzle brake anymore for some weight/length savings on the rifle Did anyone use anti-seize or similar when putting the muzzle brake on the barrel? Reply. It always good to have spares. I put a muzzle brake on one of my ar's without any goop and can't imagine that thing ever coming off without a clamp and wrench. MUZZLE BRAKE: Reduces recoil and muzzle flash by approximately 25% SPECS: Henry X Series 45-70 or 45 Colt (. Decrease Quantity of Marlin T-REX 1895 45-70 Muzzle Brake (black) Increase Quantity of Marlin T-REX 1895 45-70 Muzzle Brake (black) Adding to cart The item has been added. Start withn a soak in Bore-Tech, Riley, and go from there. It holds the screw well. In a nut JP's Tank and Tactical brakes are also highly effective and have the benefit of 90deg discharge instead of rearward discharge. One little dab of loctite on the last couple threads by the shoulder and it's Advanced Search Cancel Create thread New Forums More Login / Join MUZZLE BRAKE: Reduces recoil and muzzle flash by approximately 25% SPECS: Henry X Series 44 Mag (. So no, the part wont just fall off but that doesn't mean that it will be held on as well as Loctite is capable of holding it. How do I remove the brake without damaging the barrel? INSTALLATION: Blue Loctite (not red) + hand tighten onto threaded barrel. It's the Industry Standard for Muzzle Brake Applications due to the temp rating and removable strength MUZZLE BRAKE: Reduces recoil and muzzle flash by approximately 25% SPECS: Smith & Wesson 1854 Series 44 Mag (. Don’t want something to move? Then red Loctite could be your Back when the AR-15 was becoming king of the High-Power firing line, Krieger recommended hand-tight, with blue loctite. The 4 bolt heads should be facing upwards. I watched numerous modern videos and most manufactures recommend either a drop of blue loctite or none if the mount is torqued to spec. I’ve removed a lot of muzzle devices and even with cleaned threads and a single small drop of rocksett, it is a real bitch to remove them. When fully threaded on to where the plunger locks it in place, it has a slight wabble to it. lol Edit: And like everyone else in here suggested, I Anyway, I was wanting to install a muzzle brake on it (the factory muzzle break that came with the rifle). Reduces SKS assault rifle recoil up to 40- 65% and muzzle climb up to 65-90%. As noted, it is important to have clean surfaces and allow the recommended curing times before use. Not saying you should be using a thread locker on an AK but blue loctite 242 only holds up to 300 degrees. 700, the brake usually twist off with the can. I then put some loctite on the three I use 242 blue loctite, good hold but still removeable. A generous amount of degreaser or brake clean, and some compressed The reason for this is the same one that makes muzzle brakes of limited value on rimfire rifles, the round just doesn't produce enough gas to make them work well. Dean2. NoMoreOldNo7; Jun 4, 2012 From what I have heard about rock sett, its good to 2000. I have had a muzzel brake on my old 10-22 for years , Helps keep the crap out of It has a threaded muzzle so I decided to put a muzzle brake on it (why not?). Ruger Muzzle Brake is made I have used red loctite on 4 different Silencerco muzzle brakes and 3 prong flash hiders that are also suppressor mounts, after having the brake begin to unscrew with the suppressor when removing it. Go. 357 Mag Rossi 92 Heritage Citadel Increase Quantity of Muzzle Brake . Jump to Latest (I also used blue Loctite under both). Blue Loctite (not red) + hand tighten onto threaded barrel fbt: related products. 7ml). Locktite for a muzzle brake. May 11, 2019 #4 Muzzle brakes properly installed and torqued should not need any thread Blue Loctite can be found in liquid or in the form of a dry stick. Brake cleaner is available everywhere, wallyworld included. Position GGW and the caliber stamping on the bottom of the device facing the ground when the firearm is on When the muzzle brake stops turning, back it off counter clock wise to level or time the muzzle brake. This will ensure a secure tight connection; however it will Removing/Replacing Muzzle Brake Jump to Latest 8. I took the 30-06 American out to the range today and tested the muzzle brake I picked up from Witt Machine. Blue Loctite (not And my question is do you guys use blue lock tight to install them or do you just screw it on tight and let it be? Aug 26, 2022 #2 H. I was wonder if I was able to use loctite to lock it down?? I use loctite as well, I forget which number and I am not at my bench (it is "red"), but sparingly, and check the timing routinely. Aug 29, 2024 #6 -CRASH Well-known member. I run a touch of blue loctite and use a strap wrench to keep my suppressor direct threaded when hunting. The Aggressively clean the threads of the muzzle device and barrel with something like acetone. Loc-tite on custom muzzle brake. S. They haven't come loose yet. I don’t need it anyhow the 6. What kind of torque and what loctite should i use . All you need to do is make sure they go through a minimum of 90* (1/4 turn) rotation while crushing the washer before they index. To anger a liberal, tell him the truth. Step 5: Place the muzzle brake over Hey guys, newer member here. After complete installation let this dry for at least 30 minutes before firing. 22LR Muzzle Brake Threaded Adapter is perfect for your Ruger 10/22 or variant that did NOT come with a threaded barrel. Each brake is made to match the exact OD (outer diameter) and the thread pitch (tpi) of the rifle make/model Rocksett and Loctight are not interchangeable - though they both serve as thread lockers. The “Comet Brake” is designed to be a slim, flush fit and aggressive rifle brake that works especially well to reduce felt recoil. I believe your barrel requires a 1/2" crush washer or 1/2" shims. Blue loctite i usually kept for holster screws or handguard screws on my ARs . The question is do I Loctite it on or no, and if so which color But you'll need to put one tiny dab of blue loctite on the threads or it will come loose under recoil on a heavy magnum. At the range, I just hand tight and am careful to watch it between groups. Your rifle MUST be threaded to use this brake. Rocksett is the Industry Standard for Muzzle Brake Applications due to the temp rating and removable strength rating, similar to Blue Loctite. Rated 5 out of 5. One is more oil resistant than the other. Blue Loctite is commonly used by individuals when working on the AR platform. " ~Theodore Roosevelt" Now according to mounting instructions you coat the barrel with blue loctite to allow the muzzle brake to slide on and to protect the barrel . 357 Mag Rossi 92 Heritage Citadel. I wont I'm just wondering what peoples thoughts and experiences are with using blue thread locker on muzzle brakes. I do not want to do that shit on a can. One last suggestion I'd make is either use a jam nut or o-ring & blue loctite but not a crush washer to clock it as there's been many test done proving crush washers cause enough stress at the crown to cause accuracy Red loctite (loctite 262) will work fine. Classic Comet Brake Features: Tough, stress proof construction stainless steel muzzle brake ; Tapered to closely match your rifle’s muzzle diameter. Have not gotten to shoot the WBP yet. jd5521 Well-Known Member. Posted: 4/19/2022 8:48:22 AM EST no loctite on muzzle devices. Jul 29, 2004 Messages 10,718 Location Texas. Rocksett by Flexbar has a Temperature rating up to 1,500 degrees Fahrenheit which far exceeds that of Red or Blue Loctite. 2-3 drops is all you'll need. Got the Loctite today and it says for temps up to 300 so that's pretty worthless on a rifle Align the muzzle brake with the barrel, and slide it on until it is flush with the starting of the first muzzle brake chamber (approx. I purchased a bolt on muzzle brake for my 308, albeit several years ago. I hit on cleaning before, and usually alcohol or acetone can be used to do a good job at cleaning the threads before assembly, Loctite does make specific cleaning products, if you want to get The untimed device you attach underneath the self timing brake on A419’s muzzle brake can already be used as a qd, qd’ing on top of a self timing brake seems redundant unless you already own a suppressor with dead air mounting hardware. Some people wish to reduce the blast from the muzzle and reduce the flash. J. 95 U. Equipment Exchange. Joined Dec 9, 2020 Messages 333 They recommend There's purple Loctite available. The possibility of it becoming soft enough to allow your muzzle brake to come loose is in direct proportion to the number of rounds you fire without allowing your barrel to cool. Medium strength and removable, perfect for muzzle devices or small screws that tend to loosen under stress. 5 only made a 2% difference as opposed to a caliber specific brake To keep my muzzle brake on my Tikka roughtech from coming off I used red loctite. HELLFIRE Muzzle Brake The only thing that I could put as a slight negative is that it requires rockset or blue loctite. I recently acquired a BCM Mk12 and yesterday my Ops Inc 12th model brake and collar came in. It’s ceramic based and has about the same strength as blue loctite but handles heat from semiautomatics better. You do need some blue loctite as per the instructions and you do not want to over torque the bolts. Original flash hiders are available on Gunbroker--the H&K one may be the same as CETME? You now have a Dianne Finstein memorial, military looking, honest to God, righteous, CETME Rifle. slikmrc Well-Known Member. It was however quite a bit more money than the Witt Machine brake. phone: (775) 751 - 4441. It should be able to easily turn free after a good roast. I torqued the muzzle device to the proper ft/pound, and used blue loctite and let it set for 3 days. Posted by Donta Stewart The "Comet Brake" is designed to be a slim, flush fit and aggressive rifle muzzle brake that works especially well to reduce felt recoil. Justin_1. Thoughts on using blue loc-tite on threads. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Thread the muzzle brake onto your SKS barrel until it stops moving freely on its own. I took my rifle to the local gunsmith to have my surefire muzzle brake/suppressor adapter installed. I will post some pictures below of the rifle and muzzle break (rifle in picture has muzzle break installed, mine has the muzzle devices that screw onto the end of the barrel such as brakes, compensators, flash cans, etc don't require loctite. Hence, the muzzle brake weighs around 3. Available in single serve (. FS/FT Upgraded Springfield Prodigy 4. Product Videos Videos. If I need a threadlocker I use Loctite 243 for optics or Rocksett for muzzle devices. 746" OD / 5/8 x 24 tpi) INSTALLATION: Blue Loctite (not red) + hand tighten onto threaded barrelBLUE LOCTITE + HAND Most suppressor-ready firearms feature a threaded muzzle, which means there are screw-type threads machined into the business end Mounts – Hub, third party, removing factory taper mount (blue loctite), muzzles, direct thread etc. Muzzle brake 0:05. Just use the one that you can torque into position. I put a little blue Loctite on once I saw where it needed to be. Joined Heat will release red loctite. 875″ 1”(3/4-24 tpi) Minimum turn diameter . I want to be able to remove the muzzle brake relatively easily later on and am concerned with having to use water (especially on my SP5k with I have rocksett all my muzzle devices. To install, hand tighten and use blue LocTite, no Muzzle breaks are notorious for increasing the heard and felt blast of the rifle and can also increase the muzzle flash. I have had some issues getting the brakes off again, but a vice and a little patience does the trick. SCAR 17s Muzzle Brake Removal. Tacky. I explicitly asked him to use Rocksett but apparently the little tube in the adapter had dried up and he didn't have any so he used red loctite and told me to come back if it starts to come loose. Been busy playing with new arsenal. FYI, I Does anyone use loc-tite on a muzzle brake, or just hand tighten them? I find that after three or four shots, I can turn the brake a little to bottom it out (less than 1/8 of a turn). So I don't use loctite at all when running muzzle brakes. Seems a lot of people use blue and purple loctite. MUZZLE BRAKE:Reduces recoil and muzzle flash by approximately 25%; SPECS:Henry X Series 45-70 or 45 Colt (. Next Last. Spread the locktite around the barrel to get an even coat. I believe the flats on a muzzle device are 3/4" which will let you use a standard open ended wrench. May 11, 2019. 4. I have seen long barrel AK's threaded with a Crush washer and that's what I'm leaning towards - only concern is a 74 type muzzle brake doesn't have the slots for a wrench like AR muzzle brakes do, so I'll The "Comet Brake" is designed to be a slim, flush fit and aggressive rifle brake that works especially well to reduce felt recoil. I understand that I need to use a blowtorch, but I have a carbon fiber barrel. But it takes a little work to unscrew and clean out since the heat of the barrel cooks the Loctite formulation. 44 Mag Rossi 92 Heritage Citadel Increase Quantity of Muzzle Brake . This assures that the exit hole is aligned with the bullet path and that ignition gases affect the bullet I use blue loctite on a variety of guns using ASR mounts. After shooting on the Rem. The 272 is also preferred for muzzle brake / flash hider installations. 825" OD / 11 x 16 tpi) INSTALLATION: Blue Loctite (not red) + hand tighten onto threaded Blue loctite will break down with the heat. However it doesn’t include it, I had some of both so it wasn’t a big deal at all. After that I used Rocksett to prevent it from happening again. 8 SPC and my Rem 700. If loctite doesn't hold up grab some rocksett. It's made for parts you want to remove in the future. I'm tired of them coming loose. 5 Creed is easy with recoil. LRH Supporter. Custom Installed Muzzle Brakes and Threading are custom machining and Gunsmithing services that we perform here at EABCO delivery is approximately 4-6 weeks. A better alternative is to rig up some sort of a crush washer or use high temp silver solder. as do jam nuts. Takes heat to remove Red. Barrel is then put in a lathe, the muzzle end turned down (reduce the outside diameter), thread, then reassemble. Plan B. 56 muzzle brake yesterday on my new BCM build. Red loctite performs very well under high heat. I coated the inside of the brake and the end of the barrel with blue Loctite. Henry X Model - RPP Quick Takedown Screws and Comet Brake. My barrel measurement was . It depends on the muzzle brake and the type and thickness of the crush washer(s)/shim kit that came with it as it relates to the muzzle thread. It looks perfectly concentric and I ran a cleaning rod through the barrel, and the FH and barrel were perfectly symmetric. The muzzle break has four screws to clamp it on the muzzle. The "Comet Brake" is designed to be a slim, flush fit and aggressive rifle brake that works especially well to reduce felt recoil. Our . 44 Mag Rossi 92 Heritage Citadel. There were no loose burrs or sharp edges. It fails reliably as a bonding agent under heat so it’s hard to say it’s working as intended in that environment. Suggest using a small drop of blue loctite, so it won't shoot 4 Port brakes are available in: 1”(5/8-24 tpi) Minimum turn diameter . If it's torqued to the appropriate torque specification, it will probably not come off, but Rocksett is a nice safety margin to have. Each brake is made to match the exact OD (outer diameter) and the thread pitch (tpi) of the rifle make/model that's listed. Blue Loctite or removable thread locker can be used, however, it is not necessary on thread-on muzzle brakes. Next time you use Loctite on a firearm use the blue Loctite not the red. Tightened it up, and put it on the 300blk. I've had MDs come loose with red loctite, especially on pistols. I had to put the muzzle device in a vice and spray it with penetrating oil to get it off from the QD Rocksett is similar in strength to blue loctite, it just has a much higher heat rating. If suppressor then yiu need rocksett. After looking at a number of Clamp on brakes I decided to order the Kahntrol brake. A big bottle of Rocksett is like $10,and I've been using one for years and a bunch of suppressor mounts and haven't even put a dent in the bottle. Threaded M14 x 1. I was having similar issues and now use blue loctite with good results. I have a suppressor brake that was installed with red loctite on a Christensen carbon fiber barrel. You'd think having a loose brake would have less effect in dampening the barrel harmonics. 5ml) or reusable bottles (2. Remove the 4 muzzle brake screws. . Loctite has come loose on me several All my 51t mounts are secured using blue Loctite. Typically this is around 1 inch but it may vary depending on your SKS model or muzzle brake type. 4K views 13 replies 8 participants last post by FS2KSTD Dec 23, 2010 Loctite muzzle brake removal. Put 8-10 drops of Blue Locktite on the rifle barrel where the brake will fit. The dimensions I specified worked perfectly on my Remington. What thread locker do you use for your ar builds? Specifically the gas block screws and muzzle brake. Reduces recoil and muzzle flash by at least 25% In the directions, it says to clean the muzzle of oils. Add to Wishlist. Jump to Latest Purple or blue loctite will be adequate to stop the brake from rotating. This will be for a dead air muzzle brake which will be my suppressor host . Stake or Loc-tite. It's far superior to Red or Blue Loctite due to the massive 1,500 degree temperature rating, Don't use Loctite on the muzzle brake! Most muzzle brakes use a crush washer. Home; Shooting Accessories; Muzzle Brakes; Home; Products; Shooting Accessories; Muzzle Brakes; Reset Filters. 002 smaller . In practice, it stays With a bit of blue loctite they both wobble the same. The guns are my MCX virtus rifle in 5. The directions call for the use of Rocksett. Muzzle brakes should Removing muzzle break applied with loctite 272 on CF barrel . It does much better than Rocksett in my real world use of the products. 825" OD / 11 x 16 tpi) INSTALLATION: Blue Loctite (not red) + hand tighten onto threaded barrelBLUE LOCTITE + HAND TIGHTENED ONTO THREADED . my account Once you install and time your brake (we MUZZLE BRAKE: Reduces recoil and muzzle flash by approximately 25% FITS: Henry X 30-30 Win (. They can do this by installing a 'If you didn't go overboard with the rocksett or torque when installing, you should be able to put the barrel in a barrel vice and take the brake off with a wrench (50-60lb-ft of torque). I would not use red. Use a good degreaser and a paper towel to clean the barrel I feel like a fool it was recommended from LaRue Tactical use 620 on the LaRue Tactical stealth Barrel threads for my suppressor muzzle brake from silencerco. Joined Jun 30, 2010 Messages 183 Location Loctite on muzzle brake. "Crappy muzzle brake?" I'll keep it, thanks! Save Share Reply Quote Blue Loctite is removable, and is a good option for use with muzzle-device installations • Installing a brake using a lock nut will require two wrenches • Muzzle brakes come in a variety of For muzzle brake installation, you will need the included shim kit or peel washer to properly ‘time’ the brake. Larue recommends green loctite 294, but it is not easily found in smaller quantities. Just torque. I will still continue to bump it a hair tighter than hand because my atv vibrates a lot and I will often ride 4 miles one way to a spot. I use blue loctite 243 on my keymo mounts. 15350 posts · Joined 2009 Add to quote; Only show this user #4 Site updates coming Wednesday, 1/29 at 8am CT! The site will be down for routine maintenance on Wednesday, 1/29 starting at 8am CT. TIGHTEN SET SCREWS ONTO BARREL OD. So, yeah, this takes time, tools and skill. Apr 11, 2021; l33571. com tested a lot of muzzle brakes in 2015 and found that running a 308 brake on a 6mm or 6. Springfield Echelon Muzzle Brake. 746" OD / 5/8 x 24 tpi) INSTALLATION:Blue Loctite (not red) + hand tighten onto threaded barrel (BLUE LOCTITE + HAND TIGHTENED ONTO THREADED BARREL) But occasionally I will loosen my asr muzzle brake when trying to remove my can. The loctite always seems to be holding and secure whenever I remove the muzzle device I have used Rocksett and Red Loctite for muzzle devices and both seem to work equally well. 800" OD and 11/16 x 24 tpi. Red: Heavy-duty. zixputwlvvdfbalqlclaaznwuodlyxrfckvzerumqjrwrjog