Detect. If you wanna soften the seal just pour some light oil on the upper
end cap.

I highly doubt it'll be an issue. The exception is if the upper main
bearing is at all loose (wobbly) - that would put a bit of undue movement on
an older seal.

-W

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On Apr 4, 3:11 pm, "Clams Canino" wrote:
Figgure the bottom seals stayed wet for sure. The upper is the only
question mark. Based on my extensive experience with old Mercs - it's
prolly
fine. Spray some soapy water on it and spin the motor.

-W

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On Apr 4, 7:40 am, "Clams Canino" wrote:
"Tim" wrote in message
I'm anticipating the crank seals needing replaced from sitting so
long.

Doubtfull - In general they seem quite resiliant.

-W

Yeah,I know they're pretty tough, but I figured that sitting still
for the past 10 yrs they'd get brittle. seems some things will wear
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Good idea. I'll pull the flywheel this weekend. will applying the soap
help to soften the seal? or to detect of leaking vacuum?