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Reply to "Problem with new/unused 164 log loader"

Well, I guess the bigger question would be...do you have a smooth running gear train when the motor is activated? 

Not sure I'm seeing good engagement between the brass worm gear on the motor shaft and the first plastic gear.   Could be it's in the shadows of the photo.  But if there is good gear mesh/engagement throughout the four gears and motor worm, it appears OK.

Going back to the question of smooth running with the motor activated...  If you apply a light resistance (light finger contact) to the final large gear as the motor is activated, and the gear mesh stays engaged, then you're probably go to go.  This light finger pressure would simulate the load the mechanism will encounter in the accessory's operation.

IN WHICH CASE...it would be time to apply some light plastic-compatible grease to the gear teeth (e.g., LaBelle 106) and a drop of lightplastic-compatible oil to the bearing points of each gear shaft (assume molded into the to housing halves).  Then fasten (screws?) the two housing halves together, and you good to reassemble the 164.

Keep us posted. 

BTW...Did you encounter the horrible gummy original lubrication when you first took it apart?  The gears and housing innards look nice and clean in the photos.   Looks like you're on your way to getting this back into operation!!!

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