[Farmall] Seals and Gaskets

[John Hall]

I always use a socket to install seals. For me its easier to keep it
straight than with a piece of wood. Of course if you are using a 3/4 drive
socket you may wind up using a 2lb hammer to have one with a big enough face
to cover the socket. Most seals should go in with a firm tapping. I've never
run across one I really had to hit hard. I tend to check to see if it is
going straight rather often, especially on large dia. seals. No harm in
hitting the high side direct with a hammer to straighten one back up.

John Hall

----- Original Message -----
From: Ed Gilliland <egilliland at kc.rr.com>
To: <farmall at lists.antique-tractor.com>
Sent: Friday, February 04, 2005 9:40 PM
Subject: [Farmall] Seals and Gaskets


What is the best way to install a new seal?  Is it OK to tap it in with a
wooden block?  I am concerned about damaging them.

Ed Gilliland