Old 04-10-07 | 07:24 AM
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Originally Posted by Hocam
Any experience with the DT thread locking nipples?
I oil my threads and nipples. If the wheel is properly tensioned, you don't need to lock the threads -- they won't ever unscrew.

I've heard some like the non-locking loctite (can't remember red or blue) as it prevents thread corrosion, without actually locking the threads. I still like oil as it allows fine control of tension near the limit, but I haven't tried this loctite...
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