Red or blue thread locker?

[96Pirate]

I removed the pumps to replace my steering cables and wondering what thread locker I should use on the 4 bolts that fasten the pumps. It looks like there was red left on the threads when i removed them.

Also torque specs? I dont have my manual in front of me.

Anyone know?

Thanks

 

[Liftr]

Always Blue!
(Unless you are an engine builder)

 

[96Pirate]

Yeah, thats was i was initially thinking until i saw the red left on the threads. They were difficult to remove and i thought heat was needed with the red stuff. Through me off.

Thanks @Liftr

 

[Liftr]

I agree with you that a heat gun of some sort is required to remove Red Loctite.
I can’t fathom any externally accessible parts that NEED red loctite.
Disclaimer: I am not a Yamaha tech, like some of the members here.

 

[Gym]

I also used the blue for this application.

 

[Cobra Jet Steering LLC]

Also coat the bolts with grease or wax so they do not corrode where they pass through the aluminum housings, except the threaded ends obviously . I use bees wax because water will never wash it off and the bolts won't corrode inside the aluminum passages.