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12. Countershaft Disassembly

Countershaft Disassembly

NOTE: 6-speed model is shown, 5-speed model is similar.





1. Securely clamp the countershaft assembly in a bench vise with wood blocks.
2. Remove the special bolt (left-hand threads).





3. Support the ball bearing (A) (5-speed model) or 6th gear (B) (6-speed model) on steel blocks (C), then use a press (D) and an attachment (E) to press the countershaft out of the ball bearing.
4. Remove the 35 mm shim and the distance collar (5-speed model).





5. Support 4th gear (A) on steel blocks (B), then use a press (C) and an attachment (D) to press the countershaft (E) out of 5th gear.





6. Support 2nd gear (A) on steel blocks (B), then use a press (C) and an attachment (D) to press the countershaft (E) out of 3rd gear.