In a message dated 4/2/01 5:33:20 PM Eastern Daylight Time, ultra@xxxx writes: << That black sealant is just black RTV Sillicone. >> When you put the pump access cover back on, it's easier to use the self-stick gasket available for that purpose from your favorite D vendor, instead of regooping it with sloppy silicone. Then you won't need to go through that prying-off process again next time. And there will be a next time. Wayne A. Ernst DMCTech