Leaking crank collar question

[R3dtick]

I've watched the sticky on the fix for a leaking crank collar and read through the thread but didn't see a definitive answer. I replaced my crank with a vitos +3 and got my engine back together but doing a leak down on the bench found i was leaking between my crank collar and the crankshaft. If I buy a new collar is it a definite fix for the problem or is there a possibility i may still have to do the copper RTV fix on a new collar? I don't have a problem buying a new one since they're only $10 but wanted to know if it would be a sure fix.

 

[Awk08]

a new collar on a new crank should seal, but I'd rtv it anyway

you watched the vid ?
http://www.blasterforum.com/threads/crank-collar-seal-vid.50433/

 

[R3dtick]

Is the reccomended sealant the copper rtv or yamahbond. I'm always a little skeptical about rtv and gasoline mixing, have had good and bad results with it

 

[Awk08]

I've used hi temp copper on every intake I've had off with no signs of fuel degrading it.
Yamabond seals the case halves together.
Both exposed to fuel, but I think the copper stays a little more flexible which would be better for rotating parts. IMO.

 

[Blaaster]

Is the reccomended sealant the copper rtv or yamahbond. I'm always a little skeptical about rtv and gasoline mixing, have had good and bad results with it

One should use a bonding agent on the collar..

 

[Larry's Shee]

What's odd is Blasters leak at the collar and Banshees leak at the keyway. I've gotten to where I do both on either engine. Don't have to remember which needs what.

Actually I do it to any 2s I work on.

You did use NEW, quality seals ??