Johnson J10RLSRD Service Manual page 202

Use your fingernail or pencil lead to determine if
the caps are aligned properly by scraping it across
the joint between the cap and the rod. If your rod
caps are not correctly aligned, lightly tap them into
position with an aluminum rod and a mallet.
IMPORTANT:
Replace connecting rod assem-
bly if proper cap and rod alignment cannot be
achieved.
Tighten the screws in stages to a final torque of 60
to 70 in. Ibs. (7.0 to 7.5 N·m).
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Thoroughly clean and degrease the crankcase
mating flange of the cylinder block with Cleaning
Solvent and let air dry.
Apply Locquic Primer to the mating flange of the
crankcase and let air dry.
POWERHEAD
ASSEMBLY - 9.9/15
Apply a thin coat of Gel-Seal II to the cylinder
block flange. Coating must be even and consis-
tent and not excessive. Keep application 1/4 in.
(6.4 mm) from the labyrinth seals and bearings.
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1. Labyrinth seal (grooves) 32451
IMPORTANT:
Gel-Seal II has a shelf life of at
least one year when stored at room temperature.
Test the Gel-Seal II or replace it if the age of the
tube can not be determined. Using old Gel-Seal II
could cause crankcase air leaks.
Lower the crankcase into place.
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Lightly coat threads of the six main bearing
screws with Gel-Seal II. Install the screws finger
tight.
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