I am not happy with the amount of oil that migrates through the felt seals on my Dursley as compared to the listeroid.
In previously replacing the bearings and felt seals, I noted the sealing areas on the crankshaft are nicely smooth, not scored or pitted. Carriers were also in good, clean condition. In replacing the felts, the new ones were put dry into the bearing carriers, then slid on to the crank. It was a bit of a PITA, as I recall, to slide the carriers past the crank ends once the felt seal was reached.
Is there an "approved" way to do this replacement? Any one have positive repeatable experience here? I am about to move the engine into its working location, so would like to make it as oil tight (a relative term. I know!) as practical before putting it into regular service.
Personal experience, tips, and advice gratefully sought.
Thanks everyone
Cheers,
Hugh