The "no" answer comes from the aircraft industry and the FAA standards
prohibiting their reuse.
However, that prohibition on reuse was lifted well over a decade ago, back
when I was spinning wrenches on jets. Nyloc nuts are allowed for reuse as
long as the locking threads are not so worn that the nut cannot meet the
minimum torque value. AC43.13-1B if you're so inclined. Section 4, 7-64
f.
So the real answer is yes, you can reuse them. Many folks aren't aware of
that though.
----- Original Message -----
From: "james mc arthur" <jrmcarthur@verizon.net>
Subject: [TR] nyloc nuts
> Good Day to the list!
> A ruling is requested from the collective wisdom. Should nyloc nuts
> be re-used? I have no idea whether they have been recycled before. Can
> they
> be re-used, and if so, how many times before they lose their locking
> ability? As always, thanks to all!.........Jim McArthur....TR6/ CF17672U
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