removing rear crank seal? [5kcstq]

[auditude at get.net]

Hello,

[Sorry if this is a dupe, I wasn't subbed w/this address before.]

I found this post suggesting removal of the whole aluminum flange in
order to remove the rear seal.  "While one is in there", it is
possible to replace the oil pump as well.  How practical is
preventative replacement of the oil pump?

http://www.audifans.com/archives/1998/05/msg01880.html

Is this the easiest or best way to remove the rear seal?  I see the
crooked tool pictured in the Bentley to pull the seal out.  I'm not
against buying that tool.  Where can I find it?  It is not listed on
the Zelenda website.

That post is referenced on Chris Miller's 200q20v site as well.

Thanks,

Ken