[Elecraft] Turnbuckle Threads

Josh Fiden josh at voodoolab.com
Sat Nov 2 14:47:06 EDT 2019


I use Permatex anti-seize, same as west marine sells. I’ve only used ss turnbuckles for truss cables & anything I want to look pretty (architectural). Never a problem when threads are coated. Tower guys always galvanized. SS is a PITA with galling. I suppose if you’re in a real corrosive environment it would make sense. 

73
Josh W6XU

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> On Nov 2, 2019, at 8:57 AM, Barry <barrylazar2 at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Richard,
>    I used to use a lanolin based product on my stainless turnbuckles on my boat. That is no longer available. So, what I suggest is that you go on line to West Marine and see what they have and recommend. Nothing is as finicky as the materials in a marine environment. Salt air and water really does a number on boat stuff. Only suggestion is that your stainless be marine grade.
> 
> 73,
> Barry
> 



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