Re: 1936 Johnson A-80 4.5 hp power head HELP!

[Buccaneer]

Thanks once more for the tips. Sounds like I should
just take those baffles out and make the wife a
pair of earrings with them!

After gaining a little knowledge yesterday about what
I was "fighting" on removing the crankshaft, I
determined this morning that the crank flange was
indeed catching on the bottom sealing ring.
I used a wire wheel in the drill, and shined up
the flange, getting rid of any rust, and perhaps
de-burring it at the same time. Could then see
that the flange had a tiny chamfer. Oiled up
the flange, and it came out then with little
trouble.
The sealing reals were loose in their grooves,
and appeared "okay".
After I get it cleaned up, I’ll take some photos of
the crank center bearing sealing rings for
those curious.
Much appreciated!

Prepare to be boarded!