48 spl is it possible

muddmarlin

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is it possible that the upper crankshaft seal could be bad and suck enough air to efect the idle
 

Levinz11

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Re: 48 spl is it possible

I'm going to go with...yes. But read my sig after reading this.
 

Silvertip

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Re: 48 spl is it possible

Since the crankcase goes through pressure vacuum cycles, of course it can affect idle.
 

muddmarlin

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Re: 48 spl is it possible

not showing any signs of leaking but when sprayed with carb cleaner under flywheel idle smooths out
 

boobie

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Re: 48 spl is it possible

You may want to stick to one post as it's less confusing !!
 
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