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Yeah loctite would work just as well as a lock washer. When I bite the bullet
and decide I want to re-thread the wires down the steering tube (2nd worst job
on the car) I'll add that. What torque do you use?
On 05/01/19, Randall <TR3driver@ca.rr.com> wrote:
> I believe you're supposed to peen the nut lightly, to help lock it to the
> threads. This is mentioned in the TR4 manual.
> Or a couple drops of purple Loctite should do nicely.
>
> But I've never done either; perhaps because I tighten mine with a socket and
> big ratchet.
>
> -- Randall
> 56 TR3 TS13571L once and future daily driver
> 71 Stag LE1473 - awaiting engine rebuild
> 71-2-3 Stag - awaiting gearbox rebuild
>
> > Is there a lock washer mechanism
> > that I (and the parts diagrams) are missing or is it just a
> > given that every few months I have to loosen the trafficator
> > housing and tap that nut tighter with a flat screwdriver and hammer?
>
>
>
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