Re: The Duchess Project: 1940 Super 8 Convertible Sedan

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2014/1/22 9:19:48

I don't recall the brand(s) but I've seen new seals where the metal parts are coated or painted in a dark red. Let's hope that some fool who might have done the job before you didn't use red Locktite!

The internal puller I have used previously had 3 jaws and an arrangement to force the jaws outward and prevent them from retracting - apparently the puller you're using doesn't have that feature. In any case, stay patient - with the rubber and spring already out, you may have to resort to bending the outer face of the seal outwards so you might grab it with Vise-grips and with something to multiply the leverage, pull it out. I can appreciate your frustration but sometimes what you're experiencing is the norm with old cars - a job that should take 15 minutes takes hours and hours. But be patient and just think of all the smiling conversations you'll have about the job after it's done.

The L-shaped bar that "tolandis" mentioned may be similar to what I called a "tomahawk" which I have used to remove some inner rear seals. It only applies force to one side so a proper multi-jawed tool should make the job easier.