Re: Crankshaft nut
The best way to remove it is with an impact wrench. This will save you from trying to hold the crankshaft with a strap wrench in one hand, and trying to turn the nut with a wrench in the other hand.
If you don't have one, you might rent one from your local auto parts store, borrow one or even buy one. They are really nice to have.
If you decide to go with two wrenches, do NOT put a pipe wrench on the crankshaft to keep it from turning. Use a strap wrench. Otherwise, you will mar the surface of the crankshaft. The burrs formed by the pipe wrench will most likely cut the new seal as you slide it on the shaft causing it to leak.
During reassembly, pay close attention to the crank position sensor. it is that small device bolted to the block at about 2 o-clock on the harmonic balancer. It has a pair of wires running back to a wiring harness. If you removed this, be sure to replace any washers behind it. These washers align the CPS to the Harmonic Balancer. The fit between the two is CLOSE. A small mis-alignment can damage the CPS.
Here is my post on my own problem with the CPS:
http://www.therangerstation.com/forums/showthread.php?t=52276
Best of luck. Keep us posted on your progress.