I am new to this forum and am seeking advice from all of you. I have a 1952 Ferguson TEA 2085 that is leaking oil from the the holes with the split pins in the bellhousing case suggesting either a leak from the rear crankcase seal or gearbox input seal. From what I read, to replace these seals I need to split the tractor. I have an IT shop manual that suggests separating and pulling the front away from the rear. However, a local tractor mechanic who does this type of work suggested that I do the opposite to avoid the wheels from turning and problems realigning when it comes time to put it back together. If I understand the difference between the two it is not large but is there any advantage of one over the other? If I pull the rear from the front, I need to block up the front firmly ensuring that a sand bag or a wooden board is under the engine sump as to not damage it and have a wheeled unit under the rear to move it back. If I pull the front forward away from the rear, I need to firmly block up the rear and have a wheeled unit under the front also taking precautions to not put a hole in the engine sump. Any other suggestions? What are the pros and cons of either method? When I have it split, what should I be looking for and what other issues should I look at while the tractor is split? There is also oil leaking under the sump where the hydraulic pump is located. This could be just the plug, gasket or possibly the PTO seal. I haven't inspected this too closely yet. What should I be looking for here? I am not a mechanic and this is my 1st attempt at doing this type of job so I would appreciate any suggestions, detailed advice, tips, helpsheets, websites with pictures or other sources etc before attempting to do this. Thanks in advance.