Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Tecumseh Eager-1 6.5 Sump leak, dowel pins, eager 1

Question
Hi,

I have a Tecumseh Eager-1 6.5hp (143.976500) on a craftsman mower
(917.377291). The engine is leaking at the sump gasket.  Do I have to take it
completely apart to replace it or can I tighten anything to try to get to seal
better?  (Again without taking it apart).. If I do need to take it apart do I need
any special tools other than a flywheel puller?

Just wondering how big a job this is (the engine still runs great!).

Thanks,
Mike

Answer
Hello Mike:

>>The Sump Gasket Leaking is a Common Problem with Small Engines.
>>Remove the Engine from the Frame and Check the Sump Bolt and make sure they are Tight.
>>I am Including an Instruction File for Inspecting the Internal Components of a Small Engine. Use the Section that Relates to Removing the Sump and Replace the Gasket if All the Sump Bolts are Tight.
>>The Following is a Basic Instruction File for Examining the Inside of a Small Engine and will Assist you in having Access to the Governor, Oil Pump (if Applicable), Cam and Crankshaft Gear. Any Input is Appreciated.
>>**This is a Simple Process. Drain the Oil and Remove the Engine to the Work Bench with the Oil Pan/Sump Facing Up. I have a Wooden Rest that was Especially Made to Hold the Engine when in this Position.
>>Using Fine Sand Paper, Remove ALL the Rust and Debris from the Crankshaft.
>>Remove ALL the Oil Pan/Sump Bolts.
>>After All the Oil Pan/Sump Bolts are Removed; Tap Lightly on the Sides of the Oil Pan/Sump to Loosen it from the Dowel Pins.
Sometimes you May have to Use a Flat Screw Driver or Chisel Between the Oil Pan/Sump at the Areas Next to the Dowel Pins and Loosen  the Oil Pan/Sump.
>>When the Oil Pan is Removed, you can See the Governor Resting on Top of the Cam Gear.
>>****If Required: Lift Off and Replace with a New Governor. Check the Engine Block for Debris from the Old Governor and Wipe the Inside of the Block With a Rag, Until Clean. Set the Governor Shaft So it will be Resting on the Governor whine the Oil Pan is Replaced and Carefully Replace the Oil Pan. If the Crankshaft Seal Was Not Leaking, then Leave it Alone. It Should be OK. You can Easily Replace it While Mounted on the Machine if Required Later. Make Sure the Governor Stays in Contact with the Governor Shaft while Replacing the Oil Pan. Re - Mount the Engine to the Machine. Refill With Oil. Your Internal Governor May Differ.**
>>The Following is a Basic Instruction File for Removing the Most Common/Standard Blade Adapters. Any Input is Appreciated. To Remove a Most Blade Adapters; Remove the Spark Plug and Blade. Replace the Center Bolt to Within 1/2" of the Bolt Head. Attach a 2 Jawed Puller to the Blade Adapter and Apply Pressure. Soak the Fit with Penetrating Oil and Allow to Set for a Few Minutes. Hit the Puller with a Hammer. If the Adapter Does Not Move, then Heat May have to be Applied to the Adapter to Make it Expand Away from the Crankshaft and then it will Slide Off the Crankshaft Using the Pulley Puller. If you have a Different Designed Blade Adapter, then Send me the Make, Model, Type/Spec and Code/Serial Numbers Off the Engine, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manual and Better Assist you.  
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I Hope to be Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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Respectfully

John