Re: 55 RDE-17, 25 hp, Power Head O-rings, etc

[Buccaneer]

Thanks for reminding me about the impact driver.
I do have an old one, but don’t think the bits
are long enough, as the clam shell bolts are
recessed in quite a ways.
It may be problematic to get heat via the
torch where it needs to go as well.
I think I’ll clear the workbench off tomorrow
and lay the motor down and clamp it if necessary.
It was a challenge enough trying to turn the
bolts without the outboard dolly rolling around
the garage floor!
If necessary, I could try to make a longer bit
for the impact driver if I could find a suitable
piece of hex stock. Perhaps an allen wrench would
work.
Thanks!

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