Hello all:
I'm trying to remove the flywheel from the shaft of a scavenged treadmill motor (for use in a future DIY wind turbine). The joint appears to involve a key and keyway between shaft and flywheel, but reinforced by an in-line set screw with a hex socket. In hindsight, the socket must have been 3mm, but I fear I've stripped it out trying to loosen it with a 7/16" Allen wrench. I'd rather not destroy the joint by drilling the hex screw out, especially since I lack the tools and skills of a machinist. Is there some other option that doesn't involve paying a professional?
Thanks in advance,
Rob Capps
I'm trying to remove the flywheel from the shaft of a scavenged treadmill motor (for use in a future DIY wind turbine). The joint appears to involve a key and keyway between shaft and flywheel, but reinforced by an in-line set screw with a hex socket. In hindsight, the socket must have been 3mm, but I fear I've stripped it out trying to loosen it with a 7/16" Allen wrench. I'd rather not destroy the joint by drilling the hex screw out, especially since I lack the tools and skills of a machinist. Is there some other option that doesn't involve paying a professional?
Thanks in advance,
Rob Capps