Depth on joints?

[lt99ls1]

How far in fractions of inch/inchs or number of threads do you think a heim joint should be screwed in to be safe and durable?

[DOUG]

Half of what is available?

[lt99ls1]

Does that include the jam nut?
If the available amount is 1/2 inch then a 1/4 inch of the thread is enough?
If the available amount is 2 inches then a 1 inch of the thread is enough or is that over kill?

[DOUG]

I'm speaking of a properly made joint and threaded stud.  The length should always be a factor of the diameter, so that half is always strong enough.  A 1/2" total should be small load and fine threads. 

More info please?

http://file.lasersaur.com/docs-thirdparty/Fastener_Design_Manual.pdf

http://www.portlandbolt.com/technical/faqs/recommendation-on-thread-engagement/

[DOUG]

If you followed some of that link guidelines, it would be the length of the nut plus 2 threads on the inside.

[94xjsport94]

I've always heard 1" threaded in to a weld in bung before the jam nut. Now with my lowers I pushed the front a little bit more forward and I know I don't have 1" in the bung. It'll work until I can build new lowers later on.

1/2 the length of the threaded stud should be a good rule of thumb. What joint only has 1/2" of threads?!

[lt99ls1]

7/8 diameter heim joints on the track bar. I have 13/16 of the 2 inch long shaft in the bung NOT including the jam nut.
http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=78x34RE&Store_Code=ruffstuff&search=heim&offset=&filter_cat=&PowerSearch_Begin_Only=&sort=&range_low=&range_high=

[94xjsport94]

I'd run it.

[DOUG]

On that size, me too.  Loctite on the jam nut?