[200q20v] Sealant Questions: Crankshaft and Rotor

[C1J1Miller at aol.com]

In a message dated 2/9/01 10:29:00 AM Eastern Standard Time, 
Thomas.Forhan at mail.house.gov writes:

> Hey, the parts and tools arrived and its going back together!
>  
>  I got a recommendation from the archives for Loctite 640 adhesive for the
>  distributor rotor. Three local flaps carry Permatex products, not Loctite.
>  Does anyone know any equivalent products?
>  
>  Second, how about the sealant for the bolt into the crankcase? Bentley has
>  an VAG number, is this a pliable product like Permatex 2? Any other
>  suggestions?  
>  
>  Thanks
>  
>  Tom F. 

I find it hard to believe they don't have loctite products.
BTW, Loctite sold off the Permatex brand sometime about 1 year ago.
Chris