As with current margin rules, all short sales must be done in a margin account. If you sell short and then buy to cover on the same day, it is considered a day trade. Does the rule apply to day-trading options? Yes. The day-trading margin rule applies to day trading in any security, including options. What is a pattern day trader?
This is completely normal and is seen on $300+ Benchmade custom balisongs (tang pins deform or pivot screws back out). On a balisong with screw construction, LocTite is used to hold the pins in place. On FHMs, I use industrial strength epoxy.
What is the danger of using the expired glue or Loctite? I'm using Loctite 383 and the expiry date was Oct 20th. I refused to use them, and my refusal has caused the downtime incured for 8 hours. Felt guilty, as I knew this glue can still be functioning well (knowing the supplier & it's 'chicken' safety factor).