Installing new main bearings

[wildman]

It's been quite a while since I've replaced any Penton KTM main bearings. I remember installing the seal holder plate without any gasket, then heating the case and installing the bearing race. This gave a little space when later installed with a gasket. I may be remembering how to do a Husqvarna bearing though. My old Penton manual doesn't mention it either way. Anyone have the correct method? Thanks, Wildman

1975 250 Cross Country, 1974 175 Jackpiner, 1975 125

[Rain Man]

Wildman, E mail Kip kern, he'll know for sure.
If its the seal retaining plate on the ignition side (?) there is a gasket behind it ( flange gasket right)and its got to line up with a specific hole. If memory serves me correctly

Raymond
 Down East Pentons