'03 Vertical Escape Stator

you need a puller for the flywheel, make sure you use the correct puller, the stator just unbolts

Yes, like he said. Be sure you get a good puller. I got a good one from HPE but slp has them. If you then get it as tight as you feel you should go and a light tap with a hammer doesn't make it let go I have found a little heat with a torch helps. (There is locktight on the flywheel when mounted) Also watch the lenth of the bolts you use for holding the puller on. I have seen damage to the stator done from too long bolts. Also, one of those little 1/4" rechargable drill drivers turns those allen screws out of the stator nicely without stripping the head. Be sure to buy a new mag crank seal while you are in there as well. As long as I have babbled on this long, you will also need a special tool to install the mechanical seal for the water pump. It can be done without ( I did it ) but I don't even recomend me trying to get away with that one again. Good luck!