Torque setting adjustment when using Loctite

[HDA]

Looking to change a Picatinny rail later today. The new rail is Tier One with a recommended max torque of 14 in-lbs. If I use a little Loctite Blue on the screws am I in the right ball park reducing torque to 11 in-lbs (approx 20% reduction)?

 

[Jagged77]

I take it you’re factoring in the lubricating effect of the blue loctite when wet on installation? If it’s any consolation I’ve torqued mine to 14 in-lbs with no adverse effects (that I can visually inspect anyway).

 

[HDA]

Correct re the lubricating effect. I am tempted to go to 14 in-lbs but wary of damaging something...

 

[Will the chippy]

When I fitted the rail I nipped it up tight with a screwdriver and my hand. Fitted the scope and went out to shoot it. No need to worry unless it’s loose.

 

[finnbear270]

If you want to avoid the lubricating effect, just apply a bearing retention fluid to the heads?, torque down & leave to set.

 

[Rusty Gate]

Looking to change a Picatinny rail later today. The new rail is Tier One with a recommended max torque of 14 in-lbs. If I use a little Loctite Blue on the screws am I in the right ball park reducing torque to 11 in-lbs (approx 20% reduction)?

Same figure with the lightest dab of blue on end threads, it will wind up through

 

[HDA]

Thank you all! Touch of blue and torqued up.