And don't forget to check the timing cover flange straightness. I
have seen some wobblies - particularly good arching between the
bolt holes.
Mike L
60A,67E,59Bug
----- Original Message -----
From David McCartney <yup1275 at pacbell.net>
To: David Brackman <begowest@telus.net>;
<spridgets@autox.team.net>
Sent: July 11, 2001 10:05 PM
Subject: Front Oil Seal Fitment
> Second attempt to send..................
>
> While trying to avoid an all-out fight with Netscape (nutcase!),
> I want to clarify a point re installation.
>
> The seal is fitted to the cover and lubricated.
> The crank pulley surface it runs on is clean and smooth and
lubed.
> The pulley is inserted into the cover and slips onto the crank.
> All other parts are in place including the thrower.
>
> The seal centralizes the cover, which is carefully tightened so
> as to allow it to remain centered. This way, it takes the least
> distortion or deformation and is less likely now to allow
leakage.
>
> David McCartney / Captain Rapture
> 71 Midget
> 72 Mini PU
> 69 AAmerica/1300
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