Change camshaft end plug Honda B20 - sealant ?

[rkpatt]

I am changing the camshaft end plug on a Honda B20 engine. I want to replace the snap-in plug (hard palstic with /o-ring ) camshaft end seal with a drop- in compression type seal plug which requires the removal of the rear camshaft bearing cap . It appears that the sealant was previously used where the bearing cap meets the head on the portion that is outside the valve cover.

I know that Honda guys recommend Hondabond sealant but I want to I use one of the Permatex products like - Black Ultra, Grey Ultra, Grey Optimum etc. Which sealant can I use ? -Thanks

 

[atikovi]

I doubt Honda actually makes the stuff. More likely that they contract with an RTV manufacturer to put the product into Honda branded squeeze tubes. Permatex Ultra Grey would be equivalent.

 

[mk378]

When using a third-party redesigned part, it would be best to look for the manufacturer's instructions.

Though this isn't a critical application involving any significant heat or pressure, so just about anything should work.

 

[ctechbob]

Ultra Grey/Black will be just fine. I've used those and Hondabond both and they seem to work equally as well.