Detroit Diesel — Disassemble Blower Drive Support Assembly (4-53)
Repair & overhaul
From a Detroit Diesel service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Procedure
- Remove snap ring and thrust washer from shaft.
- Remove burrs from snap ring groove with a stone.
- Withdraw gear and shaft from support.
- Support gear in arbor press.
- Press shaft out of gear using short 1-1/8 in brass rod.
Tools required
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Source: Detroit Diesel service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.