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Friends, I have noticed coolant coming from my water pump gear oil breather! Most likely the seal. I have the engine out and all bolts removed inside the flywheel housing. It is off the crankcase by a couple of mms and is sort of loose. Anyone know the best method for getting off the rest of the way?

Thanks
STeve

You need to go to the harware store & buy some metric threaded rod. There is 2 spots in behind where the stator that you thread into then use a standard harmonic balancer puller the housing should come rate off.I forget what size of rod you need I beleive it is M8.

Sorry, I didn't figure out the forum search function until after my post. I found a discussion regarding this.

Would you know what I should replace in there, since I have it all apart? Should I go with the local dealer or order direct from yamaha?

Thanks for your help!

Steve

Welcome to V.V. ! Check out the sticky post at the top of this forum ( infamous 1983 water pump seal )