Re: Newbie Questions Restoring 1957 Johnson 18hp FDE-11

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December 12, 2017 at 2:21 am #68516
jimmy
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    Hi Chris,

    Sounds like I have a few options, and the local auto parts stores carry Locktite and Permatex. My plan is to rebuild the powerhead, and get it all back together, and then prep it for paint. Since I won’t be starting it up anytime soon, do I need the prep/primer/activator? Or is this cheap insurance to make sure I get a good seal?

    My new crank, pistons, and wrist pin bearings are on the way. I guess Christmas is coming early.