veedubtek
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I believe you are correct, Yamaha manuals are a bit confusing and some of the stuff people assume is locktite is actually anti-seize. Like for the impeller... lol.I don't have the service manual in front of me but seems I recall actually using thread SEALANT on those bolts per service manual suggestion. Assuming it is for anti-seize/corrosion reasons.
Yeah agreed, it says "loctite" all the time meaning the "brand". You have to look up the type #s that it indicated in the service manual for loctite, which is how I discovered it is actually Loctite 'sealant' on some bolts not Loctite thread locker. Up til then I assumed loctite only made thread locker.Yamaha manuals are a bit confusing and some of the stuff people assume is locktite is actually anti-seize.
I think you misunderstand, there are definitely bolts that need thread locker, some red locker and some blue locker depending on application. The only thing I was trying to point out is that just because it says to use Loctite in the service manual doesn't mean its thread locker. Some of the bolts are spec'd to use Loctite 572 which is actually a thread 'sealant' (ie. the 4 pump bolts). But bolts that are spec'd (or in need of according to your judgement/experience) for thread locker should definitely use thread locker.I have an opposing view after a bolt loosened and fell into the carb body, then locked up an engine.
Sealant and Blue are not the same, the blue thread locker will release with hand tools, and will keep the bolts and nuts from backing out, and with luck will protect them from the elements compared to no thread locker. It can't hurt anything, worst case it helps. If you have it handy, my suggestion is lather it on. (especially if when the bolt backs out, it locks up the engine)