Originally Posted by
TinyL
I just put in my first set of pedals. Used a couple drops of blue locktite on the threads after cleaning and inspecting the treads for damage. Blue Locktite is a lubricant while installing, and still allows fastened item to be removed without damage. This way you only have to just seat the pedal lightly, not stressing the aluminum threads by overtightening. Blue locktite will hold them in place and will not cause any damage when you go to remove them again. Used this stuff for years on motorcycles, works like a charm. Just be sure to use the blue color.
I would prefer to not get in a long and fruitless
back and forth over this, but as a long time user
of loctite myself, I would personally not use it
in this manner. Neither do I believe that
This way you only have to just seat the pedal lightly,
not stressing the aluminum threads by overtightening
is particularly good mechanical practice in
a location that takes as much force and
abuse as the junction between pedal and
crank.
But hey, like it says in the signature line...