Fuel Resistant Thread Sealer

[stormdad]

Just did a carb cleaning and n

Just did a carb cleaning and new gaskets. Put it back on motor and I have a leak from a screw-plug behind the high speed jet. Checked the threads and they look fine. Tightening does not stop the leak. Tried backing it out and it just leaks more...
Is there a thread sealer that I can use that will not be effected by gas?

-Chris

 

[roederll]

I believe there should be a ga

I believe there should be a gasket for any plugs on the carbs.

 

[stormdad]

"Thanks for the reply Lee, Thi

"Thanks for the reply Lee, This is a drain plug and has no gasket...It's strange, the fuel is making it past the threads?
Here is a link to a diagram of the carb...its item #31
http://www.crowleymarine.com/mercury_parts/334/30.cfm"

 

[beckerjs]

a little red rtv ( silicon

a little red rtv ( silicone sealer)on the threads should do the job

 

[a_leonard]

"Caution!
I,ve got some Perma

"Caution!
I,ve got some Permatex red RTV and on the back it reads, Note: Not recommended for use on head gaskets or parts in contact with gasoline.
I believe item #31 is a brass pipe threaded plug that plugs the drilled passage into the float bowl. I use Permatex Thread Sealant. It is available in small inexpensive tubes and can be found at the auto parts stores."

 

[stormdad]

"Thanks Allen,

I have some

"Thanks Allen,

I have some Permatex red, only need a small amount. Its not a very bad leak at all. Gonna have the take the carby back off to do the job. Just when I had everything all buttoned back up. Should have leak tested it before putting it back on, live and learn.

-Chris"