Originally Posted by
AngryScientist
i definitely think my problem was that i broke the original "seal" of threadlocker.
i'm going to give it a go with the strongest, most permanent stuff they have at the auto parts store and see how that works.
hopefully i can remedy this problem before something catastrophic happens.
Don't do that, use the service removable for small fasteners loctite, otherwise it will likely work too well, and you will be stuck buying new shoes and new cleats next time you need them. As mentioned here before, make sure you follow the instructions on the threadlocker bottle re: installation.