On 3/20/09, Mike S <mikes@flatsurface.com> wrote:
> At 08:55 PM 3/20/2009, neil N wrote...
>>In filling the groove in the seal with some grease (and ensuring there
>>was enough grease in behind seal when installed)
>
> That won't do any harm, but for next time, just put the seal in dry (or
> very lightly lubricated so it can be pushed in without tearing).
> There's no need to fill it with grease, all the grease you need can be
> put in after the seal is installed.

Thanks Mike. Yep. This is what I'm finding.

For a newb like me, knowing that one can get some grease in that area
after it's installed is useful advice.

On a side note, I'm always surprised at how easy I can get too
focused...... on the wrong detail!

Thanks again!

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