1999 "EE" Evinrude 200, 225 V6 FFI Outboards Service Manual, P/N 787025, Page 173Get this manual
IJJ 46Apply OMC Gel-Seal I to the crankcase mating flange of the cylinder blockThe application must cover the flange evenly without being excessiveThe application must not come within 1J4 in (6,4 mm) of crankcase seal rings or bearings
INote OMC Gel-Seal I has shelf life of at least one year when
stored at room temperatureTest the OMC Gel-Seal I or replace it if the age of the tube cannot be determinedUsing old OMC Gel-Seal II could cause crankcase air leaks47 Lightly coat the crankcase upper crankcase head flange surface with OMC Gel-Seal I48Lower the crankcase into placeInstall main bearing screws and nuts finger tightW