Arm pin removal???

ogwe3595 · Post by **ogwe3595** » Sun Jan 23, 2011 1:23 pm

I'm new to this so I have no idea on how to remove this Base Arm Pin or Retaining Ring. HELP PLEASE!

I attached a photo. Not really sure how to make it post on my thread.

ddvann79 · Post by **ddvann79** » Sun Jan 23, 2011 1:40 pm

I went through the same thing.

1. Remove way tubes. 5/32" set screws inside base arm.
2. Knock out roll pin with pin punch or filed-down nail.
3. Drive out base arm pin with long rod (i.e. rebar, pipe, etc.).

BE SURE TO USE PLENTY OF PENETRATING OIL.

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SDSSmith · Post by **SDSSmith** » Sun Jan 23, 2011 1:43 pm

ogue3595 wrote:I'm new to this so I have no idea on how to remove this Base Arm Pin or Retaining Ring. HELP PLEASE!

I attached a photo. Not really sure how to make it post on my thread.

You need to first drive the roll pin out of the base arm pin. There is an access hole in the base through which you do this. Then you should be able to remove the base arm pin.

ogwe3595 · Post by **ogwe3595** » Sun Jan 23, 2011 1:44 pm

Thanks a lot, ddvann79!

ddvann79 · Post by **ddvann79** » Sun Jan 23, 2011 1:54 pm

One other thing: just let the roll pin fall into the base arm when you punch it through. It will fall out the bottom of the base arm.

dusty · Post by **dusty** » Sun Jan 23, 2011 2:20 pm

Using the proper size pin-punch is important. If you manage to flare that roll pin while trying to drive it out can be a task terminator. I also recommend using a new pin when you get ready to reassemble.

ogwe3595 · Post by **ogwe3595** » Sun Jan 23, 2011 3:14 pm

I managed to get the pin out. I didn't use the correct size, so like you said dusty, it did flare. I do plan on getting new ones once I start to reassemble.
Thanks for the help.

ddvann79 · Post by **ddvann79** » Sun Jan 23, 2011 3:20 pm

You can pick one up at Tractor Supply there in Athens or your favorite hardware store.

russsaw · Post by **russsaw** » Tue Mar 22, 2011 12:45 am

I can't for the life of me get that pin through. it seems bent, as it is not centered. even before my hammering. I used a bunch of penetrating oil..

any tips??

anneb3 · Post by **anneb3** » Tue Mar 22, 2011 2:02 pm

I had the same problem. Finially used tiny drill bits and drilled it out. Then I could not get a new one in, cause I was afraid of breaking the arm. Finially found a nail about the right size, slid it in and bent the end so it would stay. Not very pretty but does the job.
Anne

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