Hey Rob, Yeah, What s5lin Said!!

offroad, if prying makes you nervous about scratching, galling or damaging your bearings you could use a pen/micro torch to heat up around the shaft on the flywheel and as the aluminum expands it should release the brass taper bushing and just "let go" of it. Be sure to use gloves or something so you dont burn your hands..


Oh BTW dont forget to be sure the engine has set for awhile to let the fuel evaporate, and be sure thetre is no fuel in the carb



Be patient and most of all have fun!!!!