Johnson RDS-23 lower unit help

[Ryanc2]

Hi everyone I have a couple of questions on my 1961 Johnson 40hp. First time with this motor doing gearcase work.

See link below for my model.

http://www.marineengine.com/parts/johnson-evinrude-parts.php?year=1961&hp=40&model=RDS-23&manufacturer=Johnson&section=Gearcase+Group

1 initial inspection of the bearings looked good. However as soon as I started to place the oil seal #22…. A broke pinion bearing fell out then a bunch more fell out. #32

Here is the part it will obviously need a replacement… http://www.marineengine.com/newparts/part_details.php?pnum=OMC0376856

Can I just pull the old out and hammer in the replacement gently or is there a special tool?

2. The brass bushing. …http://www.marineengine.com/newparts/part_details.php?pnum=OMC0304765

Special tool again to remove or anyone come up with a good size rod to hammer it out?

3. Last question on the prop shaft seal. I pulled out the old one and it had a rubber gasket all around the press in shaft seal. But the replacement seirra one does not. Part #35

http://www.marineengine.com/newparts/part_details.php?pnum=SIE18-2021

I can’t figure out which way the new oil seal fits in. I’m assuming the cup faces in toward the oil. With the retaining spring facing in. But the new part has a slight beveled edge that suggest it’s installed reverse direction of the old one? Anyone come across this.

Thank all for your tips

Ryan

Columbia 23
Larson Playmate
Royal Scott 40hp
Johnson RDS-23 40hp

• This topic was modified 5 years ago by Ryanc2. Reason: Pics added

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