I'm in no hurry and while it's been a long time since I did a re-gear, the basics are the basics
- pre-load
- backlash
- pattern
Then adjust as necessary to get it done. It is tedious work, but no more so than other jobs. On the plus side, I finally got to use the clam shell bearing puller that has been sitting in a case for years unused. It's insane how easy these make pulling bearings!
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Clamshell is the way.
