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You may just want to be sure Curt that you don’t block the weep hole in the case between the 2 seals. Otherwise, I don’t see why they can’t be moved a bit. Never had to do it, and havn’t had one apart for a little while though.
Other option of course is to get another shaft as I am sure you have thought of. Probably too expensive, but I suppose a good machine shop could build it up and cut it down on a lathe for a new surface.
As for the outer seal, did you remark if it was flush with the cases, and if yes was there some space between it and the rubber gasket/steel plate? Just wondering if the outer one would get knocked in when you tap in the plate. Again, forgive me if I am off on something, been a few years since I put one together.
Also thinking about your spacer, it would have to be just on the outer edge right? - As to not touch the seal lip.
Other option of course is to get another shaft as I am sure you have thought of. Probably too expensive, but I suppose a good machine shop could build it up and cut it down on a lathe for a new surface.
As for the outer seal, did you remark if it was flush with the cases, and if yes was there some space between it and the rubber gasket/steel plate? Just wondering if the outer one would get knocked in when you tap in the plate. Again, forgive me if I am off on something, been a few years since I put one together.
Also thinking about your spacer, it would have to be just on the outer edge right? - As to not touch the seal lip.