It is possible. You could also try and install SP3 RC2 for now. It isnt the final but it could resolve your issue till the final one comes out. Then jsut remove the RC one and isntall the final one.
**** this is really wierd but.
i was sick of my office 2007 and wanted to get my 2003 back. after uninstallin the 2007 and installing the 2003 back, the problem solved. now it doesnt crash and everything is fine. thats really wierd...