Removing the speedo drive from the g'box

[MikeNash]

Dear all,
I'm pulling the engine and g'box out to repair the clutch - its got oil in it. But after unscrewing the speedometer cable from the gearbox I can't pull it out.[frame][/frame] It should just pull out, shouldn't it?
If I cant' do it,does undoing that plastic nut and fitting that screws(?) into the gearbox help?
Thanks in advance., MikeN.

[DAVIDMCCULLOUGH]

It should just pull out, perhaps the strands are starting to break apart and holding it in place.

[bmcecosse]

It should indeed just pull out. But yes - you can undo the fixing and take the lot out. In my view - it's MUCH easier to just pop the engine to access the clutch!

[mike.perry]

It should come out with a wiggle but if not then unscrew the plastic section which will pull the pinion gear out. Take care not to damage the threads

[MikeNash]

Thanks everyone!
I'll do as you say and "proceed with caution". Re engine removal Roy, I need to get to a bit of rusty chassis near the g'box and so its best out - although getting the clutch levers and roddery out it becoming a pain.
Regards, MikeN.

[bmcecosse]

Getting it all back in is even more of a 'pain'.....