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Re: [OM] Repairing the 35-80 what is the blue glue, is it loctite could

Subject: Re: [OM] Repairing the 35-80 what is the blue glue, is it loctite could I use epoxy or superglue
From: John Hermanson <omtech1@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:45:48 -0400
Thanks, very interesting.

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On 9/15/2011 4:51 PM, Jim Couch wrote:
> Loctite makes a product called Dri-Loc that you apply&  let dry prior to
> assembly. When you install the fastener it reacts and then acts like
> regular thread locking compounds. It works great for applications where
> you don't want the compound to migrate. It is also handy for pre-coating
> a bunch of fasteners to save time during final assembly.
>
> Jim Couch
>
> On 9/15/2011 5:55 AM, John Hermanson wrote:
>> Your attempt to get the loctite IN the slot without getting it in the
>> moving ring is risky.  As ring snaps in, loctite will likely "squish"
>> out onto parts that are supposed to move.
>>
>> After CF9842 is snapped into slot, 2 tiny dots of glue should be laid on
>> TOP of the ring, one at each end, bonding ring to lens barrel.  There
>> are several different types of loctite, 2 part 5 min. epoxy might be
>> better. The original glue might be Cemedine or Hamatite.
>>
>> ___________________________________
>> John Hermanson  |   CPS, Inc.
>> 21 South Ln., Huntington NY 11743
>> 631-424-2121  |  www.zuiko.com
>> Olympus OM Service since 1977
>> Gallery: www.zuiko.com/album/index.html
>>
>> On 9/14/2011 1:04 PM, SwissPace wrote:
>>>     I removed this and now CF9842 seats much better, if it fails
>>> again I will put a dab of loctite in the slot to hold it."
>

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