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Old 06-08-2020, 10:14 AM   #6
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Default Re: Nylock self locking nuts on main bearing bolts?

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Originally Posted by Dan McEachern View Post
Pretty sure that nylocks loose a lot of their locking ability at the temperature an engine runs at. There are all metal lock nuts that are rated for use at higher temperature. Split lock washers on main bolts are just sloppy practice.
Nylon lock nuts are not allowed in the engine compartment of an airplane in most circumstances.
Here is what I would use on the engine. https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catal...CABEgKCUvD_BwE
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