Originally Posted by TJP
I would say you have two choices, either drive the high side down until level or remove the seal. If removing, be very careful not to damage the surface of the shaft beer

Yup, agreed!

My goal is to drive the high-side down...ever...so...gently!

Brian did respond and confirmed that this is in fact their dust seal. He wasn't worried about it, but my OCD can't stand it...LOL!