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OK, sounds as if that groove is just to aid in re-installation. Using the OMC sleeve tool to hold those detent balls and spring in place seem easy enough either way.
I rather ask you folks than destroy an otherwise good gearcase through needless experimentation.
On a side note, it seems as if these 3 tooth clutches/gears are much more rugged than the older 2-tooth ones. Opinions?
The few gearcases I’ve opened up so far this winter (using the newer 3-tooth clutch/gearset) all seem to have very minimal wear on any of the teeth. Obviously, 3-teeth vs 2-teeth means force being applied over a greater area = less wear.
Your experiences with this?