Ok, I have the water pump out, have removed the cover and the impeller. I have not yet tried to remove the shaft, although it moves freely through the bearings.
It is my observation that the shaft can be "tapped" through with a drift from here. Advice?
I understand that there are two bearings in the aluminum housing that I will need to remove (I have ordered the mechanical seal, two bearings and an oil seal). Does anyone have any tips on this, the bearing closest to the engine should not pose a problem, but the internal one could be challenging?
Any assistance woudl be appreciated.
Cheers
Taz