Small water leak

[pilot481]

"just was out running my 58 jo

"just was out running my 58 johnson 18hp after rebuilding the carb and noticed a small water leak comming from one of the screws that hold the cover to the left side of the engine facing from the back. The lower most rear screw leaks a drop of water a second. What do ya think, is it worth taking a chance of bustin the screw to remove it or should I just let it go?"

 

[joereeves]

"Tough call..... BUT, if it we

"Tough call..... BUT, if it were me, I'd let it go UNLESS water shows up in one of the cylinders.

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[pilot481]

"I think so to, after looking

"I think so to, after looking at the exploded view of the area, that lower corner is right next to what looks like a water passage. Ill keep an eye on it. Thanks for the comment.
Alan"

 

[piperjak]

I coat the threads of screws o

I coat the threads of screws or fasteners that protrude into water passages with a small amount of permatex or gasket sealer. Clean the treads good first so as to get a good seal. It might be something you could try..