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Old 07-08-2012
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Originally Posted by Cardnim View Post
Isnt this just the old "square layshaft" issue that plagued the forums on the release of the SX3?

If it is this then the two fixes are:
- permanent fix = dab of threadlock onto the layshaft where the centre bearing goes on (essentially threadlocking the bearing onto the layshaft so it cant rock and cause the stickiness you describe)

- more removeable fix but didnt seem to work for everyone = add a washer before the locknut goes on the layshaft. This just nips everything up a little tighter and seems to eliminate it.
(worked for me!)

Hope it helps.
What a man...!

I'll give it a try - thanks!
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