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Kick-Start Oil Seal Replacement

Posted: Wed Jun 12, 2013 12:32 pm
by Starwave
Hello

I would like to replace a Lamby kick-start oil seal without the inner lip becoming inverted. I have rarely, if ever, achieved this and messed up two seals t'other day trying to do it.
I wish to replace the seal with the side casing in situ. Scooter Restorations do a tool to aid fitting but I believe this protects the seal from the splines of the kick-start shaft, rather than preventing any unsightly protuding inner lips :shock:

Any top tips or advice will be most welcome. Cheers

Re: Kick-Start Oil Seal Replacement

Posted: Wed Jun 12, 2013 4:05 pm
by dapper
Wrap electricians tape around the splines and smear a bit of grease on to help ease the seal on. You should be able to push it on evenly with your thumbs, if you still have them :lol:

Re: Kick-Start Oil Seal Replacement

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 10:01 pm
by Starwave
Thank you. I shall lube up and use my thumbs on the lips, and not just me fingers on the outer parts.....

cheers