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Old Jan 18, 2025 | 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Dan89FLSTC
Without the nut holding the spacer, oil can leak out of the crankcase.
Someone else also mentioned this, and I wish I'd known sooner however replacing the seal doesn't seem like such a bad idea anyways.
(I also already removed it)
 
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Originally Posted by cncmike
The easiest way to install the new seal is to buy pvc pipe or a pvc fitting to put on the end of a 8" pipe with an outside diameter as close to the diameter of the seal. This will allow you to tap the seal in squarely.
Thanks for this, I'll run down to the hardware store next time I get the chance.
 
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