How do I remove a pinion?
12-21-2005, 08:12 PM
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How do I remove a pinion?
I have heard that there are pinion removers, but is there another way to remove the pinion from a motor that I can do without a special tool?
12-21-2005, 08:21 PM
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RE: How do I remove a pinion?
You could try heating up the pinion if it's brass and you don't care about using it again. A match will work or a torch. But I'd strongly recommend using a pinion puller that way you will not damage your motor. E-flite makes one.
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12-21-2005, 08:54 PM
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RE: How do I remove a pinion?
I use a 40 watt soldering iron and apply heat to the pinion and shaft, then with a flat tip screwdriver pry the pinion off the shaft. It works very well.
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