"Simple Simon" wrote in
:

In order to replace the seals the crank case
usually has to be "split" so the crankshaft
can be removed. The bearings and seals
have retainers that fit into the crank-case so
they cannot be simply pulled out and
replaced with the crankcase still screwed
together.

S.Simon - has split many a crankcase


We really don't need to know any more about your sorry sex life.

Bertie