Originally Posted by
Tanker 10
Yes Wayne, they are not easy to change on the
JS-2 but it can be done. If I remember correctly, I unscrewed the recoil unit from the bracket first then removed the mounting bracket. I used magnetic tipped screw drivers and tweezers. As far as you gluing the black plastic piece that mounts to the barrel and recoil, maybe you can get a sharp blade and saw it off. At any rate, I would re-order that part too.
I purchased my recoil unit from Jason's store on eBay You could also try the AAF tank Museum. I use them also. Karen and Natasha provide great customer service.
Joe;
I have been attempting to remove the recoil device from the turret but I can not see how to get at the screws on the back side.
I removed the motor and cover from the under side thinking i would try the new motor but there seems to be something restricting the sliding mechanism so I will need to replace the whole assembly.
I put grease on the slide bars but something is stopping it 1/3 from the front.( I will continue to play with the slide checking for bends, glue drops etc.)
My best guess is the plate that slides along the bars is twisted.
Any other ideas.
Wayne