[R-390] my PTO problem, part II

[Barry]

Felipe,

Something is very wrong with that PTO.  I can tell from watching that you are having to exert quite a bit more torque than is normal.  You should be able to turn that disc easily with your little finger.

Regards,
Barry - N4BUQ

> Hi folks,
> 
> To illustrate what is happening here, I uploaded these 2 videos to
> youtube:
> 
> This one tries to show the "spring loaded" feel on the axle, while
> turning
> CCW:
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hAZf9bn1Dnw
> 
> And this is what happens with the rig turned on and audio:
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6atQplq69Ms
> 
> I made a black dot on the pto axle, so we can see when it is moving.
> The
> oldham coupler spring is missing, but I wouldnt blame it.
> 
> 73 and thank you for helping,
> 
> Felipe Ceglia - PY1NB