yammitrip1
Member
Think it is in need of replacement?
shaggyzr2
Active member
Is that oil around there or just belt dust?
yammitrip1
Member
Oil, but I remember reading some where the Mr viper stated the seals do this but don't leak air, maybe I read it wrong but I was looking for some for some input
electric start ones are always more dirty looking because of the starter gear contact dust/debris, but it may still be good... but for a $12 seal, and the sheer age of these engines now, I dont live on the edge...
YAMMIEGOD3:16
Active member
check it, give that area a good cleanup. install your primary back on, fire sled up and spray some carb cleaner or starting fluid behind primary, see if motor tone changes. if it dose, seal is bad. 3:16x(yammie tony)
yammitrip1
Member
thanks fellas, have to split the cases to install a new one correct?
drew24
New member
Yes and use yamabond 4 or the permatex motoseal 1 on the case halves when you put back together.