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Discussion in '456/550/575' started by stevegtsi, May 18, 2018.

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  1. stevegtsi

    stevegtsi Formula Junior

    Feb 21, 2004
    316
    #1 stevegtsi, May 18, 2018
    any suggestions? removed the two 8mm fasteners and it won't budge. thanks
     
  2. AVIMAX

    AVIMAX Formula Junior

    Aug 5, 2014
    711
    Toronto
    Full Name:
    Ryan
    #2 AVIMAX, May 18, 2018
    I used a very small flat screwdriver (optical size) to gently pry between the filter and the gearbox. The o-ring is causing the "stiction".
     
  3. dersark_painclinic

    dersark_painclinic Formula Junior

    Mar 8, 2005
    981
    Glendale, CA
    Full Name:
    Lazik Der Sarkissian
    #3 dersark_painclinic, May 18, 2018
     
  4. dersark_painclinic

    dersark_painclinic Formula Junior

    Mar 8, 2005
    981
    Glendale, CA
    Full Name:
    Lazik Der Sarkissian
    #4 dersark_painclinic, May 18, 2018
    If the screw is not stripped and nut is turning then nylon is might holding the nut. May try pulling and turning the nut with your fingers Remove it.
     
  5. dersark_painclinic

    dersark_painclinic Formula Junior

    Mar 8, 2005
    981
    Glendale, CA
    Full Name:
    Lazik Der Sarkissian
    #5 dersark_painclinic, May 18, 2018
    Sorry , you already removed the nuts, so Avimax is right
     
  6. stevegtsi

    stevegtsi Formula Junior

    Feb 21, 2004
    316
    #6 stevegtsi, May 18, 2018
    Thank you both
     

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