Hey guys, i was just wondering is it nessisary to loctite the QEVs to the ram? and if so, is it advisable to use 243 loctite, or should i just use PTFE tape? Thanks, Chris
QEV's to Ram
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its not required - ive fitted a good number of these and never bothered using loctite and they dont leak
I suppose it could be because the ram only opperates at about 60-70 psi? I was wondering would it still be fine if i was to install the QEV on the rear of the ram, but give it a quarter turn back, asi need to do this so my Ram screws all the way into the semi block. Chris
are we talking on a cocker ram?
anyway yes you can set them in more or less any position using a tiny amount of loctite
anyway yes you can set them in more or less any position using a tiny amount of loctite
Loctite 243
Loctite 243 Replaces 242 and is a medium strength thread lock, which is ideal for mounting the QEV’s on the ram, and can also be removed very easily. It also locks the QEV in to place better than PTFE.
Loctite 243 Replaces 242 and is a medium strength thread lock, which is ideal for mounting the QEV’s on the ram, and can also be removed very easily. It also locks the QEV in to place better than PTFE.
hey guys, did it about 12 hours ago and now tested it, it works great. but i have a problem with a leak, i don't think it's a major one, but anyway it's irritating me. when my ram is in the forward position (bolt closed) i can hear gas leaking. but when i fire and keep the backblock retracted, the hissing stops. and then i let the backblock back again and there is no leaking sound for about 3-4 seconds, then i can hear the leaking again. it sounds like it's coming somewhere from my ram, possibly the back section. i have an eclipse nexus ram if that helps. cheers, Chris