Clutch actuator shaft?

[flufflonsdale]

Hi there everyone. Not even sure if my description is correct in the title but I am talking about the shaft that runs down the inside of the clutch cover that the actuator arm slides on to. Anyway, how do you get it out?!! Is there a retaining circlip or something or is it a big hammer required? Thanks

[bobster]

Think its just held in by the oil seal and the bearings, im almost sure there is no circlip or retainer...........So it should pull out, but you'll prob need a new oil seal as itll prob get damaged removing the shaft. Try a bit of heat on the casing as the bearings are prob an interference fit.

Try clamping the shaft in a vice with some soft jaws and then try tapping the case with a rubber mallet / plastic mallet.......go easy tho, we all know ham fisted you can be! lol

[flufflonsdale]

Thanks for your kind words Bobster! Its def an interference fit.I had a bit of a tap tonight and it didn't budge.I'll get the blow torch out when I have more time and can be careful. Wish me luck, you know how ham fisted I can be

[sparki]

Don't think I used heat when I changed one of mine.... I also seem to recall that it needed quite a bit of persuasion to come out... Tight lil feckers

[flufflonsdale]

Hi Sparki, I think i'll be reaching for my biggest hammer! Had a little crack at it last night and it didn't move a millimetre!! More 'persuasion' required!

[bobster]

If in doubt............give it a clout!