Hi Paul,

I am almost finished taking apart my 13b for inspection and measurements
as per Bruce's  CD.

The front stationary gear is firmly attached to the housing. In case of
Bruces's
CD, it come out by hand.

The gear looks fine, so if it is in tolerence, do I need to remove it or can
I go
ahead with cleaning without taking it apart?
It seems to be firmly pressed in, I do not see any gasket to replace or what
so ever?

Thanks

JP

If you don't need it out to replace the bearing you can leave
it in the end housing. There is a tiny O ring seal in the rear
(car) main bearing holder so don't soak it in any solvent that
might damage the seal. If you remove the main bearing shell
you will have to get the stationary gear out of the end housing
as there is a hidden screw to be removed before the shell can
be replaced. That screw locks the bearing shell in position.