[DeTomaso] Nylocks in the Oil Pan

[Edward A. Nauman]

Hey guys,
 
    Personally, I wouldn't use nylocks on my lawn mower.  The best locknuts
for any application involving oil and heat are the high temp aerospace type
nuts.  These do not have any insert material like nylon, which softens with
heat.  They are slightly crimped on the upside of the nut which creates the
necessary friction to prevent backing off.  They maintain a grip in
temperatures way beyond what the oil can handle.  They can be removed and
replaced several times with no loss in grip.  If you tell me what size you
are talking about, I will send you the MS number and a couple of samples.
 
        Ed
 
 
Edward A. Nauman\
Senior Staff Engineer, Flight Test
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics
1011 Lockheed Way
M/S 0157
Palmdale, CA 93599
 
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