1994 Johnson/Evinrude "ER" 2 thru 8 outboards Service Manual, Page 162Get this manual
12414Oil the crankshaft and install it carefully in cylinder block
to avoid disturbing needle bearingsBe certain to align upper main bearing dowel with crankcase recess
12515Move the pistons up so that the connecting rod bearings
are against the crankpinPlace one bearing half between crankpin and rod and one on top of crankpinOrient and place the connecting rod cap on the needle bearingsOil threads of the rod cap screwsInstall and tighten the screws in stages to final torque of 60-70 inIbs(7-7,5 Nm)16Place remainder of the 30 needles on center journal of the crankshaftPlace bearing liner on needles aligning dovetailsr:;;l17Thoroughly, clean and degrease the crankcase mating flange of the cylinder block with OMC Cleaning Solvent and let air dry
12718Apply OMC Locquic Primer to the mating flange of the
crankcase and let air dry
r:;;;J 19Apply OMC Gel-Seal I! sealant to the cylinder block flangeThe application must cover the flange evenly and consistently without being excessiveThe application must not come within V4 in(6,4 mm) of the labyrinth seals or bearings