docscoutjr Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 Switched to a two sided mount on my open rig running the racker on the left side. Only problem now is keeping that dam little 6-32 set screw in place. Gave it a bit too much locktite (yes the blue kind) and that took way more effort to get it out than I would be able to handle at a match if needed. I have heard use a bit of finger nail polish? So what is everyone doing/using to keep their rackers in place? The detents seem interesting but not sure how far I trust them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBamBoo Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 I use the detent...Brazos...and have zero problems with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
36873687 Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 Set screws do wear out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 1 hour ago, BigBamBoo said: I use the detent...Brazos...and have zero problems with them. Ball detent all day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gng4life Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 10 hours ago, BigBamBoo said: I use the detent...Brazos...and have zero problems with them. Same, Brazos is great stuff. It has never fallen out or become loose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silent Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 No issues with my detent at about 2200 rounds. Very convenient Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docscoutjr Posted March 9, 2020 Author Share Posted March 9, 2020 Thanks for the input so far. Odd that my 'smith used a Brazos slide for my new build, but didn't mention the rackers. Might not have time to get that done for this season. In the meantime I am looking into an M4 torx head set screw as an alternative. You can torque then down a lot more than a regular hex and they don't strip half as easy. Stand by on that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooked Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 I use a couple of drops of Vibra Tite VC3 on the set screws of my rackers. No issues of the set screws working loose and unlike blue loctite, the bond is reusable. I use it for the screws holding my red dots to the mount as well. Awesome stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B_Seehawer Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Use 222 purple Loctite, it’s for smaller fasteners. It’s a lower strength than blue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docscoutjr Posted March 10, 2020 Author Share Posted March 10, 2020 19 hours ago, Hooked said: I use a couple of drops of Vibra Tite VC3 on the set screws of my rackers. No issues of the set screws working loose and unlike blue loctite, the bond is reusable. I use it for the screws holding my red dots to the mount as well. Awesome stuff. Ahhh...hadn't thought of that. Thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docscoutjr Posted March 10, 2020 Author Share Posted March 10, 2020 13 hours ago, B_Seehawer said: Use 222 purple Loctite, it’s for smaller fasteners. It’s a lower strength than blue. Hu...in all my years haven't see it. Then again wasn't looking. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooked Posted March 10, 2020 Share Posted March 10, 2020 2 hours ago, docscoutjr said: Ahhh...hadn't thought of that. Thanks!! Just make sure you clean/degrease the screws and screw holes first to get a good bond. I just use 99% rubbing alcohol. Also, Vibra-Tite VC3 needs about 10 mins to set up before you put the pieces together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomjerry1 Posted March 11, 2020 Share Posted March 11, 2020 I put a piece of masking tape on the back of the racker, ensure both the screw and threads in the racker are clean, and a drop of blue locktite has worked for me for a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a matt Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 (edited) Use red Loctite and get a butane torch. Just heat up the set screws and they come out easily. Hold the torch on it for a few sec at a time, check it and continue. It won’t take more than about 15sec. or so...I use red with my grip screws, mount screws for the dot and thumb-rest screws and comp. Heat makes easy work of red Loctite. Edited March 12, 2020 by a matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sauza45 Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 Just found some new loctite at the auto parts store. It is orange, says strong as red but no heat to remove, use regular tools. I put it on my grip screws so we will see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a matt Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 Just curious, why avoid heat? Anyway good luck, I expect the orange will do well for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigbrowngmc Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 So far I’ve had zero issues with my zig racker using the detent.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abb1 Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 I have had an issue with mine always coming loose, even with blue loctite. I just drilled a detent into the site cut, and the screw now sits in that. Even if it does come loose, it will still remain in place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TONY BARONE Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 (edited) 223 Locktite oil resistant. Edited March 23, 2020 by TONY BARONE added info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dranoel Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 Mine hasn't moved in 8 yrs. I put it in a parts drawer on my bench and it hasn't moved since. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George16 Posted March 25, 2020 Share Posted March 25, 2020 14 minutes ago, Dranoel said: Mine hasn't moved in 8 yrs. I put it in a parts drawer on my bench and it hasn't moved since. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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