wa8yxm wrote:
Gee that's how mine is installed (Factory and how I did it too)
I have the tools to reach in and straighten the cotter pin. Then pull them out EVEN with the steps retracted.. I did this.. Twice. Last time I used a hairpin instead of a cotter (This is easier to pull since it is a spring)
Tool used.. Long pair of needle nose pliers Long forceps and as I recall a long screwdriver
Works
One other thign.. there are photos of my original motor. the one everybody told me to buy and the one that fits.
That's great, glad (and jealous) yours is that accessible. I didn't take the time to measure but the opening as you know is no taller than the motor is, and hardly any wider. I have an extensive tool collection and would consider myself to be highly competent - it just wasn't going to happen on without cutting it out.
