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2. Make sure the race of the outer (sealed) bearing

is packed with grease. If necessary, apply a

small amount of a high quality grade 2 lithium

based (or equivalent) bearing grease to the

bearing. Keep the grease off of the inner and

outer bearing surfaces that mate against the

crankcase and crankshaft.

3. Press the outer (sealed) bearing into the

crankcase until it is flush with the crankcase

surface. Make sure the rubber seal is to the

outside.

4. Press the inner seal into the crankcase to a depth

of 0.400 in. (10.2 mm). Make sure the lips of the

inner seal face away from the outer bearing.

Lightly lubricate the lips of the inner seal with

2-cycle engine oil.

5. Install the inner snap ring (nearest crank cheek).

6. Install the thrust washer onto the crankshaft.

7. Press the inner (unsealed) bearing onto the

crankshaft until it makes light contact with the

thrust washer.

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Outer (Sealed)

Bearing

Bearing Support

ENGINE (cont.)

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