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Old 6th November 2019, 16:49   #6
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Originally Posted by roverbarmy View Post
Sometimes known as nyloc or locking nut. A nut with a nylon seal on the top which grips the thread. Should always be replaced if disturbed.


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'Stiffnut' - silly name if you ask me. Locking nut, locknut, nyloc - far more sensible. (Not sure if 'nyloc' is a trade name but the other two are generic)
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