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I actually tore apart a 1988 30hp for parts(also have a 20hp)and to educate myself last year and couldn’t figure out how to get that off for awhile..Just not enough room to get it out even with grease fitting off.Had to loosen pan bolts to give me enough room to move it.Came right out then.I did video this struggle,but not sure I still have it?