There are many posts on this subject if one has the patience to use the search engine. I have done the one on my 216 and I pulled the transmission back to allow the crankshaft to drop some. On a 216, it is a good idea to adjust the main bearings at the same time. Too much clearance in the mains will cause a new seal to leak pretty quickly.


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