Not sure I understand the problem or issue, can you explain more?

How about a "speedi sleeve"
http://www.skf.com/portal/skf/home/products?maincatalogue=1&lang=en&newlink=4_5_3

Or have the seal surface turned or ground down and use an appropriately undersize seal if there is such a thing?

Grigg


1951 GMC 250 in the Project Journals
1948 Chevrolet 6400 - Detroit Diesel 4-53T - Roadranger 10 speed overdrive - 4 wheel disc brakes
1952 Chevrolet 3800 pickup
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