Hi Nicolas,
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That's normal. The ends are flat like that.
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When you install the worms into the gear towers, put washers on either side
of the worm to center it and keep it from moving back and forth too much. This
will result in smoother performance. Also, move the worm bushings?up and
down in the slots to get the mesh with the worm gear correct for quietest
running. It's trial and error.
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Doug?
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In a message dated 1/6/2015 11:09:48 A.M. Central Standard Time,
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Can anyone tell me if the right side of this worm screw is worn out
or if that is the way its supposed to be ?
Im trying to refurbish a few atlas locos from the 70s and following
the information on the main site, which has been very helpful.
This worm screw seems worn out, but its this way on the 3 locos so
Iam not sure if that's the way its supposed to be, or if all 3 simply wore out
more or less the same.
More reason I think it is worn out, in reverse it goes very smoothly
but forwards it makes noise, the right side is the side that makes contact
when going forward.
The right side also has a brass/copper washer + bushing?like on
the left side, but not shown in the picture.
Thanks for your help.
Nicolas
