Author Topic: Rope seal / Crankshaft  (Read 1283 times)

mazmonza

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Rope seal / Crankshaft
« on: March 08, 2023, 17:22:33 »


Can a crankshaft that is not balanced ( but as it comes from the factory ) contribute to a rear crankshaft oil leak ?

Is it ok to soak a rope seal in oil prior to fitting, the same question can it contribute to an oil leak?

Maurice
« Last Edit: March 10, 2023, 11:16:47 by mazmonza »
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