dwatson636 Posted November 29, 2013 Share #1 Posted November 29, 2013 Has anyone had issues with the loosening of the screws for saddlebag hinges? It looks like I have to take off the inside material hinge stop to get to them. Should I just tighten them or should I get some locktite for the job? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StarFan Posted November 29, 2013 Share #2 Posted November 29, 2013 Has anyone had issues with the loosening of the screws for saddlebag hinges? It looks like I have to take off the inside material hinge stop to get to them. Should I just tighten them or should I get some locktite for the job? You can use Locktite (the Blue type) on them but use it sparingly and make sure not a drop spills on the plastic. In time it will eat it up. You can also use a bit of teflon tape to make them stiffer in the threads. I have Locktite on mine - did put it on the threads and then wiped any excess away so there was only a thin layer in the threads. Worked for me and they wont get loose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bert2006 Posted November 29, 2013 Share #3 Posted November 29, 2013 You can use Locktite (the Blue type) on them but use it sparingly and make sure not a drop spills on the plastic. In time it will eat it up. You can also use a bit of teflon tape to make them stiffer in the threads. I have Locktite on mine - did put it on the threads and then wiped any excess away so there was only a thin layer in the threads. Worked for me and they wont get loose. I have been using Plumbers GOOP (GOOP being the brand name) instead of Locktite and it seems to be holding up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeS Posted November 29, 2013 Share #4 Posted November 29, 2013 Reminds me I need to check mine !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoneman1981 Posted November 29, 2013 Share #5 Posted November 29, 2013 Common problem. I used Loctite last time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwatson636 Posted November 30, 2013 Author Share #6 Posted November 30, 2013 It makes the lid wobble when it is open, and I was just afraid something was going to crack. I had not noticed the loose screws at first, and thought there was a hinge problem. I will get some of the blue locktite today and get this fixed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard Posted December 1, 2013 Share #7 Posted December 1, 2013 I tightened the screws once years ago using no locktite and they have held just fine. I personally would not use locktite near any plastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanderjack Posted December 2, 2013 Share #8 Posted December 2, 2013 I tightened mine up over a year ago and have not had a problem since. I have ridden 25,000 miles with no problems. Check your screws on the trunk also. I make it a habit to go through twice a year to check every bolt, nut, and screw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Condor Posted December 3, 2013 Share #9 Posted December 3, 2013 I tightened the screws once years ago using no locktite and they have held just fine. I personally would not use locktite near any plastic. I tightened mine up over a year ago and have not had a problem since. I have ridden 25,000 miles with no problems. Check your screws on the trunk also. I make it a habit to go through twice a year to check every bolt, nut, and screw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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