How do you remove the drive gear? There are what look like hollow pins on the top and bottom but I cannot remove them? Thanks.
1401734
You'll have to drive them out with the proper size punch. A nail of the right diameter with the pointed end filed flat will also do the job. They're called roll-pins. Its been awhile since I put that kit in but I don't remember having a lot of trouble with the pins.
1401735
Those should be driven out with a roll pin punch. These are not in too tight so a nail that is ground flat on the end could do the job. Good luck
1401736
I removed the motor form the housing bracket which included two bolts and the snap-in electrical plug. I then had someone hold the motor gear on a work bench over a hole that would allow the roll pin to pass through. Then the pin was tapped out of the motor shaft using a hammer and a drive pin punch of the correct diameter i.e. slightly smaller than the pin.
1401737
use some WD40 ( just a small amount) then tap the pin with a drift or nail that is about size of the pin.
407929
This has been answered (although evidently the designs keep changing slightly), but the next issue you will find is putting it back together. If you have a 12.5 mm drive, it's a challenge such that I gave up and just taped it together with electrical tape rather than trying to get the tiny screws back in place. tape works beautifully.
852139
Not sure never had this problem. Sounds like the drive cable/rod is not engaging.
538740
One screw to remove and replace. On mine I also had to remove the old drive from a carrier (three screws) and install the new drive on the carrier before reinstalling. Unfortunately it did not fix my problem - my problem was caused by a motherboard failure.
1258351
I know they sell them for a few bucks. Could it be loose in the gear mechanism? You could always return it too back to Amazon
1794422
I have and it's bugging me. Took the thing apart to check the cables, etc. Everything seems fine. I've been trying to find out about the magnet that belongs on the flywheel. I can't find any? Wondering if it dislodged when it was moved and now the sensor does not register that the wheel is in motion so the bike computer idles out?
1983609
If you have the correct drive replacement the old drive should come off with a clockwise twist [you will be looking down on it]so in other words turn it to your right;try not to force it if you can't move it.But be sure that it is a screw on spindle and the shaft do not turn to the motor (and everything is unplugged) good luck ..
1532147
Don't know but item is very poorly constructed. Probably debris in drive gear.Return it if you can.
538073
Do you have something plugged into the Gear Head? I can see whatever is plugged in in Finder. Maybe try unplugging and plugging it back in.
2261166
I had no issues. I took out one screw. Attatched the cable and slide the drive in replaced screw. It was a very simple process. I am no expert on computers. I can only share my experience with repairing it.
1795288
As far as I can remember as its been since last October since I used mine, I just twist it and it comes off. As I have limited space, I need to remove the motor and put everything back into its original boxes for storage. Sorry I can't be more help.
148114
Use a file. Took me about 10 minutes. I used a thin circle file and removed the small tab on the end of the pin and it should come right out.
167019
I'm going through turn servo arms and sheer pins on the axles. The rear axle is clicking and sounds like a gear skip. I have 2 of these and it's been a lot of bench time working on them. I like the way they crawl but it's been order after order for parts.
1787167
I took a dremel and a small sanding disk to cut a slot in the screws to use a flat head screwdriver. If you do it, lower the disk straight in, and don't run it back and forth or wobble it. (My first slot was a little big and ugly. The others look pretty nice.)
850392
Nothing. Make sure power is off. You will need to open then case. Make sure you are well grounded. This drives have screws holding them in place on the side. Remove those. Disconnect power supply cable and sata cable from old drive. Remove old drive. The put back together by working backwards. The computers should automatically recognize the drive. hope this helps.
567712
A lot of people say that the plastic drive shaft strips out after only a few months. Probably what has happened to yours. I think you can just take the two pieces apart and look at the plastic drive shaft (there is a picture of a stripped on on Amazon's site under the manufacturer photos) to see if that is indeed your problem.
5162
I have not had that issue. My guess (and it's only a guess) is that some type of plastic gear stripped and that you did nothing wrong in assembly. I hope you can get it resolved.