1980 4 hp merc lower unit bearing carrier removal

[dogpaddler]

Can someone tell me what's the best way to remove the bearing carrier?
It appears to be either pressed in or may be threaded but can't tell for sure. Don't have a manual for that year model. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[dogpaddler]

Re: 1980 4 hp merc lower unit bearing carrier removal

what, nobody knows, gurus please help....