2000 Johnson/Evinrude SS 2 thru 8 outboards Service Manual, Page 189Get this manual
Assembly
INote Proceed
slowlyMake no forced assemblies unless operation is called forAll internal components must be perfectly clean and lightly coated with Johnson or Evin rude Outboard Lubricant
INote Use new gaskets and seals during assembly[JJ
1Assembly is reverse of disassemblyFollow these assembly, measurement and shimming procedures during reassembly:
[] 2Check condition of reed valve and reed valve stopReplace any damaged partsCheck clearance between reed
and seat
Maximum reed-to-seat clearance is 0.008 in(0,20 mm)Replace reed if it exceeds this dimension 3If removedinstall new upper and lower ball bearing using OMC Bearing Installer, PIN 115309When pressing on bearings, support crankshaft between two counterweights and press against lettered side of bearing