scrappie

Can anyone tell me how to get this indicator needle off? I tried prying but don't want to break something but I think that is the only way? Must be pressed on?

Loaded68W34

I carefully pull up on the center while spinning counter clockwise. Spinning counter clock wise is the key. The internal stop will keep the shaft from spinning below 0 MPH. Once you break it loose, it should come off pretty easily. When re-assembling, I put the needle on at about 5 MPH and then lightly press in while spinning counter clockwise to line the needle up with 0 MPH. Hope this makes sense.

scrappie

Ok thx for that. Does the shaft have a twisted thread that the bites the needle ? If so wouldn’t you go clockwise to put back on? Is it knurled or something? Do you use any adhesive on the install?

Loaded68W34

There are no threads, knurls, or splines. It is simply a press fit. DO NOT use adhesive when re-assembling. A small amount of pressure is all that is required to re-attach the needle to the shaft.

scrappie

OK, sounds good thx for the knowledge Tom.

Minibike Mark

Dinner fork works well for removing the needle.