The fasteners for the rocker box usually need heat to prevent them breaking so don't attempt the job with powerhead in situ. Not pushing business but I have them in stock and lady I bought off honda there was a wait for stock.
Regards SteveI had it stripped to be able to see that the cover was the likely culprit but as you say, I'd need to remove the whole thing from the casing to access it. Jury is out as to whether to sell it for spares or repair. Many thanks to all.