Lester Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 The smooth cam gear shattered on my 8274 a a local event last weekend.I am trying to dismantle the winch to see the condition of all the other parts, I can't seem to get the mainshaft out, is there a special way to do this? thank you Lester Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave C Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 The smooth cam gear shattered on my 8274 a a local event last weekend.I am trying to dismantle the winch to see the condition of all the other parts, I can't seem to get the mainshaft out, is there a special way to do this?thank you Lester Open the top of the winch and remove the retaining plate which also holds the drum in place and circlip on the brake shaft, the shaft should then pull out. failing that check http://www.gigglepin4x4.net/8274/pdf/8274-Main-Shaft-Kit.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lester Posted April 16, 2009 Author Share Posted April 16, 2009 I have lifted the retaining plate etc, but the bronze bush is firmly stuck in and wont let the shaft outIs there a way to knock this out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
white90 Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 It is only interference fit TRY Harder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
will_warne Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Yes, mine was a PITA to get out when I built up my GP82 and it was only a 4-5 year old 8274-50...... It did eventually submit although I can't remember what did it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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