timing cover bolts

[DJK]

What do you guys suggest for sealant on the timing cover bolts that go into coolant passage? Teflon tape, pipe dope, ultra grey??

[squirebill]

I got a can of Permatex Copper Spray-A-Gasket to use for my head gasket.  So since I had that I used it on all my gaskets and mounting screws.  Since I was building up a newly machined short block, it had plenty of time to cure before it saw any oil or antifreeze . Regards

[kencombs]

I use Permatex #2 .There are other, specialized, thread sealers but that one is cheap and available most everywhere.  And, it seems to work.

[Plymouthy Adams]

is the alternator fixed to this water pump bolt or an optical illusion and you taking it off another upper support?  

[rallyace]

I used Rectorseal #5 pipe dope on mine. The stuff has been around forever and is designed for water, gas and steam use so it will hold up fine. It is a non-hardening product so removal after years of service is generally not a problem.