1968 Evinrude Starflite 100 HP outboards Service Manual, Page 47Get this manual
cRemove hex screws [rom lower crankcase headRemove carbon seal from lower end crankshaft by removing retaining ringThen remove the other components of seal assemblyUse Truarc No4 pliers (Special Tool #307429) to remove retaining ringSee Figure 5-12dLoosen but do not remove entirely the screws holding lower bearing retainer plate to lower crankcase headSee Figure 5-15Tap crankshaft with rawhide mallet to break seal between crankcase and cylinder, and remove crankcase CRANKSHAFT, CONNECTING RODS, AND PISTONS Pistons, connecting rods, rod bearings, etcare wearing parts and seat with the operation of the motorBecause of this, it is essential to maintain their original positions for reassemblvMark each connecting rod and cap, piston, and bearing component to assure correct mating when they are reassembledAlso mark the cylinders from which they are removed, and keep the needles of each cy Under togetheraRemove connecting rod caps, then needle bearing assembliesSee Figure 5-13A 516 inch 12-point deep socket is required for removing and tightening connecting rod cap screws