Michael_A Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 Hi All, Just picked up used Catek World Cup bindings and am very impressed by the construction & flexibility with setup. However...this is my first season on Alpine equipment and I am wondering about the reliability of all the fastenings that hold everything together. I can tighten up everything good, but it is awfully easy to "loosen" everything up too. It seems like a good wipeout could easily work things loose. Do any of you use any loctite or similar product to keep everything in place? I know I'm not supposed to do this on the screws that hold the plate to the board, but what about all the others? (esp. the 4 controlling heel & toe lift, which also determine the binding angle) Do you check all your fastenings before every outing? Thanks; any tips appreciated. Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tahoetrencher Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 The trick is to adjust the kingpin lightly (slightly over finger tight), then tighten the cant/lift screws (which you had already dialed into the approximate angles you want) by an extra turn or two (same torque). The kingpin is now very tight. You will loosen the lift/cant screws first to loosen the kingpin again. Search the threads for better/ more eloquent thoughts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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