1998 Johnson Evinrude "EC" 2 thru 8 Service Manual, P/N 520202, Page 156Get this manual
14Oil the crankshaft and install it carefully in cylinder block to avoid disturbing needle bearingsBe certain to align upper main bearing dowel with crankcase recess
15Move 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 screwsInsta" 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 dovetails
17Thoroughly, clean and degrease the crankcase mating flange of the cylinder block with OMC Cleaning Solvent and let air dry18Apply OMC Locquic Primer to the mating flange of the crankcase and let air dry
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 in(6,4 mm) of the labyrinth seals or bearingswhen stored at room temperatureTest the OMC Gel-Seal I! sealant or replace it if the age of the tube cannot be determinedUsing old OMC Gel-Seal I sealant could cause crankcase air leaks20Lower the crankcase into placeLightly coat threads of the main bearing screws with OMC Gel-Seal I! sealantInsta" the six main bearing screws finger tight21When the crankcase is seated, install and firmly seat the crankcase taper pin22Using soft face mallet, lightly tap bottom ofthe crankshaft to seat the lower main bearing