DaveFromAus Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Just got an edge was wondering if the frame grip screws at the trigger guard need any locktite or do they stay in place without. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Personally I just check them once in awhile. They are so small they will probably strip out with even blue loctite. Of all the times I have checked mine they have never been loose. I do use blue loctite on the large grip screws as they do tend to work loose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfinney Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Loctitie or glue. They will come out at some point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveFromAus Posted August 19, 2015 Author Share Posted August 19, 2015 Thank you, seems they lock up against each other just won't over tighten them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveFromAus Posted August 19, 2015 Author Share Posted August 19, 2015 (edited) Locktite 222 is for small screws not as strong as 243 the normal blue pple get May use just a dab on it Edited August 19, 2015 by DaveFromAus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shmella Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Where can you get replacements of these screws? Ive stripped them out on both of my 2011's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G T Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Brownells has a replacement screw kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Shooters Connection . Cheaper and faster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G T Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Maybe faster but not actually cheaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 (edited) Maybe faster but not actually cheaper. Even with forum member discount? Also after a quick search I found just the trigger guard screws at SC for $4.50ish after discount. Not listed on Brownells so I couldn't compare. Edited August 19, 2015 by Sarge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intel6 Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 I had issues with them stripping out with such a small allen wrench. I took a dremel cutting wheel and cut a slot in them for a regular flat blade screwdriver, works much better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troupe Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Shoot $2 to $3 k guns and worry about who is cheaper on a $4.50 part. More important, who supports the sport needs the support the most. We all have been there for sure. When you buy some replacements, get some extra for your range box as well as the hex wrenches to fit. They will come out, usually in a match Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Shoot $2 to $3 k guns and worry about who is cheaper on a $4.50 part. More important, who supports the sport needs the support the most. We all have been there for sure. When you buy some replacements, get some extra for your range box as well as the hex wrenches to fit. They will come out, usually in a matchAgreed on supporting the sport. That's why I always go with Shooters connection when possible Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troupe Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Roger that. Chuck has work very hard at his business and supported the sport very well. Chuck and crew is top notch. Tommy Roupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shmella Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 I had issues with them stripping out with such a small allen wrench. I took a dremel cutting wheel and cut a slot in them for a regular flat blade screwdriver, works much better. Thats the problem I have. I end up with a bunch of stripped out cheap allen wrenches. Another one I can say "why didnt I think of that?" Thanks, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ultimo-Hombre Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 I had issues with them stripping out with such a small allen wrench. I took a dremel cutting wheel and cut a slot in them for a regular flat blade screwdriver, works much better.Thats the problem I have. I end up with a bunch of stripped out cheap allen wrenches. Another one I can say "why didnt I think of that?"Thanks, Wrong size Allen? I have tightened these to the point of busting the flange off the bushing, but never an issue with the Allen. Metric vs us? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shmella Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Could be wrong size allen or just really cheap allen wrench made of really cheap soft metal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatJones Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Shoot $2 to $3 k guns and worry about who is cheaper on a $4.50 part. More important, who supports the sport needs the support the most. We all have been there for sure. When you buy some replacements, get some extra for your range box as well as the hex wrenches to fit. They will come out, usually in a matchBrownells if one of the best businesses in the firearms industry. They support us with match sponsorships, and they support the industry in ways you don't see.I've experienced firsthand the amount of support Frank and Pete Brownell provide to the Gunsmithing schools. They provide scholarships to students, and directly support the schools themselves when budgets fall short. When I was a student at Trinidad, these donations were from Frank and Pete directly, not thru the business. This is different than Midway who only donates money when cameras are present. There was a link here at Benos, hopefully still is, where you could redirect to Brownells and Brian would see a kickback. I use that URL every time I purchase from Brownells, hopefully Brian is setting a portion of what I spend as a gunsmith. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatJones Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 http://brianenos.com/store/brownells.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickBlasta Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Mine always came loose after about 50 rounds to the point where it would barely fit in my racemaster with the screwheads bumping out. I loctited it and it's been okay since. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Hello: I use blue Loc-Tite on one side of the sleeve and screw at the front of the trigger guard. No Loc-tite on the other screw. For the grip screws I use blue Loc-Tite as well. The left side is the one that tend to come loose more than the right. The blue Loc-Tite lipstick type works well for this. It tends to be not as strong as the regular blue Loc-Tite. Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jh3g Posted September 11, 2015 Share Posted September 11, 2015 I have a new Marauder, and on a whim I checked the grip screws, and both were loose -- I'm glad I checked. A dab of blue Loctite 243 and that is done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ultimo-Hombre Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 Shoot $2 to $3 k guns and worry about who is cheaper on a $4.50 part. More important, who supports the sport needs the support the most. We all have been there for sure. When you buy some replacements, get some extra for your range box as well as the hex wrenches to fit. They will come out, usually in a matchBrownells if one of the best businesses in the firearms industry. They support us with match sponsorships, and they support the industry in ways you don't see.I've experienced firsthand the amount of support Frank and Pete Brownell provide to the Gunsmithing schools. They provide scholarships to students, and directly support the schools themselves when budgets fall short. When I was a student at Trinidad, these donations were from Frank and Pete directly, not thru the business. This is different than Midway who only donates money when cameras are present. There was a link here at Benos, hopefully still is, where you could redirect to Brownells and Brian would see a kickback. I use that URL every time I purchase from Brownells, hopefully Brian is setting a portion of what I spend as a gunsmith. Go Brownells. I just ordered a bunch of 1911 mags from them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooterj Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 CK Arms also makes 2011 grip screws and are available on their website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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