Recently I posted a question about proper torque values on a 1997 75 hp force. I was wanting the torque values for the bolts that hold the adapter plate to the engine and the adapter plate to the motor leg. I found the torque values although I think the torque is rather low for a 9/16 bolt holding an engine in place. The value is 22.5 ft lbs. I plan to torque them to 25 ft lbs. This leads to my next question. When I attempted to remove these bolts previously I ran into some problems with rusted bolts even had to drill one out (boy that was fun). Seeing as how the bolts were so tuff to get out, I thought I would use anti seize on bolts going back in. However my one area of concern is the torque of 25 ft lbs. Being that this is a two stroke motor which vibrates a lot, I am going to use medium strength loctite on bolts during reassembly so they dont vibrate lose. Right now my plan is to use loctite on bolts holding adapter plate to motor since i cant see the bolts once engine is installed. I will then use antiseize grease on bolts holding adapter plate to motor leg these are bolts I can see and get to if they come loose. This motor will be used in salt water. Is my thinking correct? I would appreciate any suggestions.
