1300C Rotor/Main Gear removal

[jgp12000]

I am attempting to service a 1300C
a generous member gifted me.

The  rotor doesn't want to come off I am not sure if its just stuck or I ain't holding my mouth right? Also the main gear doesnt want to come out,my 1st time on these guys so any insight will help!

[foakes]

That 1300C has never heard of a service before, James —-

The rotating head just lifts off under normal circumstances.

It is not threaded on.

In this case, I generally shoot a little Kroil around the pinion threads —- let it set for 20 minutes, then see if it pulls off.

If it doesn't, then I use a vinyl covered hammer to carefully, but firmly tap the threaded pinion downwards to break the crud that is holding it on.

If you don't have a hammer like that, just use a block of hardwood between the hammer and the pinion.

As for the main gear, just tap it out after Kroil application — using a small wooden dowel.

Some of these have nylon bushings instead of bearings for the main gear —- so be careful not to ruin the bushings.

Then, a really good cleanup, burnishing and smoothing of all friction parts, lubrication, reassemble, test, adjust, tune, recheck all screws —- good to go.

Best, Fred

[jgp12000]

Ain't got it yet but may need a bigger hammer?

Also looks like a/r is still hooked to so.ething but can't  see til the main gear comes out