Removal and replacement of crankseal

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userix

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Jan 29, 2011
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I noticed my clutch slipping very easily today and decided to open the clutch cover. I found that the crankseal behind the small bevel gear completely came out and is resting against the back of the small bevel gear. This led to gas/oil leaking into the clutch and causing the clutch plate to slip a lot. I used a screwdriver to pushed the seal back into place and it seems to be fine. Should I replace the crankseal or is it fine to just push it back in place and leave it at that?

Let's say I decide to replace the seal, how do I remove the small bevel gear? I tried installing the tool, but it doesn't want to thread correctly to the small gear. I am afraid of forcing it and stripping out the threads in the small bevel gear. As for the seal, how do I remove it if it is flush with the crankcase? How do I reinstall the bevel gear once done? wooden board and hammer? or should I screw in the gear puller and hammer on it to seat the bevel gear? Thanks.
 

Al.Fisherman

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Sep 9, 2009
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The gear puller is the worse puller I've seen..made out of junk. The threads in the gear itself are much stronger as the it's tempered. I first take a 3 corner file and clean up the threads, and it may not be too late for you to do the same. If it is, you can use a miniature wonder bar or something similar to pry the gear up from beneath (after removing the screw), and driving the shaft out. Removing the seal, pry out with something like a screwdriver. Installing, I'd coat the seal with WD-40 (it's not a oil but a moisture barrier), place on shaft and use a socket that is slightly smaller then the seal and install with a hammer. I use a leather mallet, but a hammer will work.



If you should need a puller contact me. I can loan them out, like loan a tool from Auto Zone/Advance
 
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