what sealer to use for mating crankcase halves

[HBF4]

Im rebuilding a 1977 85 hp v4 evinrude, and I'm about ready to mate the crankcases. The manual calls out 1000 sealer, but what is that sealer, and what would be a good substitute that i could get at a automotive store.

 

[Dhadley]

Re: what sealer to use for mating crankcase halves

Are you using the spegetti seal also?<br /><br />I like to use the Gel Seal instead of that gasket sealer. <br /><br />Good luck!

 

[snapperbait]

Re: what sealer to use for mating crankcase halves

I think I read somewhere here that Loctite 271 red thread locker is the same as OMC/Bomb Gel seal...<br /><br />But don't take that too the bank just yet!

 

[MurdockJr]

Re: what sealer to use for mating crankcase halves

Loctite 518 is what you need any auto parts store should have it.

 

[seahorse5]

Re: what sealer to use for mating crankcase halves

Sealer 1000 is available at any J/E dealership as Adhesive M. It is also now made by Boat Armour who makes glass, resins, etc.

 

[Walker]

Re: what sealer to use for mating crankcase halves

Permatex 51813 is the same as the Loctite 518