Hi guys, quick question if you don't mind ...

My Type 9 gearbox (marked with an A on the side), it's bellhousing doesn't match the rear face of my CVH engine. Indeed, without removing anything I can actually see the flywheel. That can't be right, surely?

Shoudln't there be some sort of cover or plate for this? I mean - what if a kitten climbed in!! *shudder*

Joking aside, I've removed the gearbox to replace the clutch, and I'm concerned that while driving oil/water/dirt will enter the bellhousing and damage the new friction surfaces.

I've got another question, if you also don't mind ...

While probing around with the flywheel, there's some loose stuff in it's hub, and with a little finger was able to pull out some things that looked like broken pencil leads. I don't /think/ it loses any oil through the oil seal, so what might this be?

Much obliged.

~canis