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January 15, 2020 at 9:54 pm #192160
Bob Wight
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    I’ve always done as you described and used OMC gasket sealer on the screws. And as you noted, I coat the screws in advance so they are ready to go as soon as the gearcase pieces are put together.

    Bob

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