lupi wrote:
Thanks, Jack
I do have the 5 bolts out and the case is kind of split about half
and inch but I think it's the shaft that's holding the whole thing
together. I can't see if gets driven out from one side or pulled out
from the other. I've boiled and croiled till I'm blue. Thanks again.
l.
On Thu, 12 Aug 2004 16:25:08 +1200, "Jack Squires"
wrote:


Hello from Macandrew Bay.

To get at the crankshaft you have to first remove the magneto base plate,
and then the cylinder block. If you can't remove the cylinder block at
least take out the four bolts that hold it in position. It sounds as if you
have already removed the five bolts securing the two halves of the crankcase
together so all that will be stopping the crankcase from separating is any
sealant (gasket goo etc) that has been put on the faces of the joint to stop
leaks. Try gently tapping round the joint with a soft hammer or block of
wood to release it. The top half should lift off.
Hope this helps,
Jack



You have removed the key from the keyway in the crankshaft taper
(flywheel end)? It could be hanging up on the top bearing.

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