Clams Canino wrote:
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



God call Clams.

Yes, this is in all essence a 10 year old "new" engine. I doubt
there's any play in the crank .

Will still check it out, though. Make sure all things are in working
order, then re-mothball it, and wait for the right tube boat to come
along.

Thanks for your thoughts.

Tim