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Basic Inspection

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  1. Clean all disassembled parts, and check for wear, damage, or any other faults, then repair or replace as necessary.
  2. When disassembling, check inside of gearbox for water. If any water is found, carefully check damage, input shaft dust seal, adjusting screw and boot clips for poor sealing. If faulty, replace wit parts.
    Fig 1: Checking For Wear & Damage
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