Hi-- I'm new here... I've been learning motors lately out of necessity. Mostly two-stroke chainsaws... Have those in check! Then my log splitter broke. I don't want to buy a new one so decided to work on it. Got quite a ways and have now entered new territory.
I have a 130902-1015 (pic attached) that I've uninstalled from the splitter's pump. I recently bought a brand new 130902-0016 (attached pic)that I hoped would be identical, but isn't--the shaft differs from the '1015'. Before I remove the shaft casing I figured it would be wise to ask folks here if there are any gotchas... With chainsaw I would have to split the case using "case-splitter" tool. I'd also want a new gasket on hand prior to doing this type of work... With the 130902 finding another gasket concerns me and I may use liquid gasket. But I really don't know what's in the case (I expect there is a seal around the shaft that may be delicate/irreplaceable?) Figured someone here can share concerns, or have ideas before I do something stupid with a new motor.
