Cut and paste from the drunk guy with a grinder thread.... I figured I would start my own rather than crap up that funny thread.
Alright I know I am going to catch hell for this. But I sometimes play the devils advocate. Don't ban me for this or berate me too bad. I staked my castle nut because that is what I was advised to do. I do as instructed if I am not en expert. That being said......
Logically thinking, a castle nut torqued onto another castle nut would provide a secure clamp. I know for my motorcycle the rear axle is held on that way, it came from the factory that way. Mind you, I still run with a cotter pin on it too. Or is the main reason this is frowned on to due with aluminum threads and steel nut? Meaning that maxing out torque might strip the threads off the buffer tube.
Also, not that I have done this, because..... I just follow instructions of those smarter than I on a subject.... But why the hate for loctite?
I guess I am trying to learn the why behind the issues...... Don't hate me for asking.... flame suit on
P.S. I have a Spikes lower... not because I cared for the name. I actually don't like the gay spider. But because it was a stripped lower that was local. I wanted build a higher end AR but not a store bought. I was advised all lowers come from only a few manufacturers...... but now I feel shame.... lol
Ah crap..... this is not my day. I spelled advocate wrong. I wish I could edit that out. Flame away - sigh




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