Gearbox removal

[Karl]

Looking at my c5alive email queries, gearbox removal is always a favourite question.So a link to this topic will be used  to make my reply faster (and easier  )

Having first removed the combined motor & gearbox assembly from the c5, I gently lift the "fingers" using a screwdriver and insert cable ties  on their side to keep the fingers raised;



I then grab my pliers/grips and pull the gearbox away from the motor. You must be careful here and pull in a straight line - otherwise you risk damaging the gearbox housing;





The gearbox cogs just lift off the end of the armature.

To further dismantle the assembly, remove the two bolts that secure the fingers to the motor housing ( please note - they are still in place in the photo !) ,and then slide a mallet/hammer along the motor body to ease the fingers off;



Dismantling the Motor assembly is covered in another topic;
http://c5alive.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=368.0


I'm not saying this is the only, or even the best, method to do this - but it works for me. Hope the info helps 

[PLOD11]

I use small nails ...




Then Pull off with pliers



Just another way of doing it .......   

[Karl]

I've also heard of someone using a large jubilee clip and winding it out (as opposed to tightening it) not tried that myself yet.

Although all these methods work, it would still be cool to get hold of the genuine Sinclair tool made for the job - just like the one Adam has 

[PLOD11]

Blimey...

I didn't know they did one, bit of a collectors item i would think.

There is always ways around these things but sometimes it is nice to have the right tools for the job. I have a Raleigh Chopper MK2 and to remove the stand from that is just as bad, but with the right tool it takes seconds, rather that hours and a few scraped knuckles.

John