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AgentHsu · 14 September 2016, 03:58 PM

The bar on my clasp keeps falling out! I searched on Amazon and there seems to be several types and strengths. Can someone point me in the right direction? Or can you just make my life easy and tell me exactly which one to buy?

It's a solid gold sub, fyi. Thanks!

T. Ferguson · 14 September 2016, 04:15 PM

Rolex provides Loctite 221 for the link pins in their sizing kit.

Hope this helps.

AgentHsu · 14 September 2016, 04:17 PM

I didn't see a 221? Only a 222, and 242, and a 22221

MonBK · 14 September 2016, 04:21 PM

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AgentHsu · 14 September 2016, 04:29 PM

I'm not seeing anywhere the 221 is for sale. I'm thinking it might have been discontinued. Anyone use 222 without any issues?

Lordofrolex · 14 September 2016, 05:00 PM

So is the blue loctite wrong?

AgentHsu · 14 September 2016, 05:08 PM

The blue is stronger. But i saw another thread recommending clear nail polish. I think I'll try that since my wife has a copious anount laying around! Thank you gentlemen for your input!

For others that might stumble on this thread in the future, I also read that 221/222 are the way to go, since the others may be too strong and difficult to remove later on.

MaxTG · 14 September 2016, 05:21 PM

I tell you, Loctite doesn't do themselves any favors by changing their product numbers, and also by mismatching the color of their bottles to the color of the Loctite. :)

The one I used for the Rolex links is Loctite Purple 222MS "Low Strength", also in a red bottle.

The Rolex Sizing kit appears to include the 221, which is the old number for Purple? I couldn't find it in Loctite's catalog or application guide.

"Loctite® 222MS™
Threadlocker –
Low Strength
Recommended for
low-strength threadlocking
of adjustment screws,
countersunk head screws,
and set screws; on collars,
pulleys, tool holders, and
controllers. Also for low
strength metals such as
aluminum or brass.
Mil-Spec (S-46163A)
Type II, Grade M.
NSF P1."

padi56 · 14 September 2016, 05:32 PM

You want to use 221/222/223 they are all low strength ones and only use those no other,use only a very very very tiny amount in the female part of the thread only.Should be widely available most DIY stores should stock it or even Ebay.

Old Expat Beast · 14 September 2016, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AgentHsu

The bar on my clasp keeps falling out! I searched on Amazon and there seems to be several types and strengths. Can someone point me in the right direction? Or can you just make my life easy and tell me exactly which one to buy?

It's a solid gold sub, fyi. Thanks!

Sounds like you need a new part, not glue.

Rogdogg · 14 September 2016, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

You want to use 221/222/223 they are all low strength ones and only use those no other,use only a very very very tiny amount in the female part of the thread only.Should be widely available most DIY stores should stock it or even Ebay.

Hi Peter, I've always wondered. Why should you put the glue on the female part of the thread? What is the benefit of this compared to putting it on the male part of the thread when they both get screwed together anyway?

jabbawock545 · 14 September 2016, 07:03 PM

222 purple stuff

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Old Expat Beast · 14 September 2016, 08:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rogdogg

Hi Peter, I've always wondered. Why should you put the glue on the female part of the thread? What is the benefit of this compared to putting it on the male part of the thread when they both get screwed together anyway?

More even distribution of the loctite over both thread surfaces.

Andad · 14 September 2016, 08:15 PM

If you put the loctite on the male thread it will contaminate the wall of the link hole as you push the screw through.
If you apply the loctite to the inside of the female thread the screw pass cleanly through the link and lock up in the female thread.

enjoythemusic · 14 September 2016, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

...use only a very very very tiny amount in the female part of the thread only.

^^^ What he said.

BLUE formula applied to the threading via the tip of a toothpick works fine.

kilyung · 14 September 2016, 10:10 PM

You should be able to find 222 online.

azguy · 14 September 2016, 10:16 PM

what is the "bar on the clasp"

T. Ferguson · 15 September 2016, 01:51 AM

Yep, Loctite 222 if 221 is discontinued or unavailable. Both are low strength thread lockers. Tiny amount, female threads only.

WAK4 · 15 September 2016, 01:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

...and only use those no other,use only a very very very tiny amount in the female part of the thread only..

This is key. I forgot and put it on the male end when adjusting links on my Daytona and now the link is stiff.

You can get it here:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

CLTRolex · 15 September 2016, 03:09 AM

Please reference this old thread:
http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=397111

14 September 2016, 03:58 PM	#1
AgentHsu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mr. Hsu Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Datejust Posts: 607	Which Loctite to Buy? The bar on my clasp keeps falling out! I searched on Amazon and there seems to be several types and strengths. Can someone point me in the right direction? Or can you just make my life easy and tell me exactly which one to buy? It's a solid gold sub, fyi. Thanks! __________________ Good things come to those who wear Rolexes.

14 September 2016, 04:15 PM	#2
T. Ferguson "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Left Coast Posts: 7,025	Rolex provides Loctite 221 for the link pins in their sizing kit. Hope this helps. __________________ *Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints.*

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AgentHsu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mr. Hsu Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Datejust Posts: 607	I didn't see a 221? Only a 222, and 242, and a 22221 __________________ Good things come to those who wear Rolexes.

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AgentHsu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mr. Hsu Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Datejust Posts: 607	I'm not seeing anywhere the 221 is for sale. I'm thinking it might have been discontinued. Anyone use 222 without any issues? __________________ Good things come to those who wear Rolexes.

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14 September 2016, 05:08 PM	#7
AgentHsu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mr. Hsu Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Datejust Posts: 607	The blue is stronger. But i saw another thread recommending clear nail polish. I think I'll try that since my wife has a copious anount laying around! Thank you gentlemen for your input! For others that might stumble on this thread in the future, I also read that 221/222 are the way to go, since the others may be too strong and difficult to remove later on. __________________ Good things come to those who wear Rolexes.

14 September 2016, 05:21 PM	#8
MaxTG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: California Posts: 51	I tell you, Loctite doesn't do themselves any favors by changing their product numbers, and also by mismatching the color of their bottles to the color of the Loctite. :) The one I used for the Rolex links is Loctite Purple 222MS "Low Strength", also in a red bottle. The Rolex Sizing kit appears to include the 221, which is the old number for Purple? I couldn't find it in Loctite's catalog or application guide. "Loctite® 222MS™ Threadlocker – Low Strength Recommended for low-strength threadlocking of adjustment screws, countersunk head screws, and set screws; on collars, pulleys, tool holders, and controllers. Also for low strength metals such as aluminum or brass. Mil-Spec (S-46163A) Type II, Grade M. NSF P1."

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Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,533	If you put the loctite on the male thread it will contaminate the wall of the link hole as you push the screw through. If you apply the loctite to the inside of the female thread the screw pass cleanly through the link and lock up in the female thread. __________________ E

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15 September 2016, 01:51 AM	#18
T. Ferguson "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Left Coast Posts: 7,025	Yep, Loctite 222 if 221 is discontinued or unavailable. Both are low strength thread lockers. Tiny amount, female threads only. __________________ *Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints.*

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