How do i change brushless shaft direction?

[Tzi]

How do i change an outrunner brushless motor from a plane-firewall mount to a standard mount for a car??

I've pulled apart the motor, and removed the grub screw, but the shaft wont move from the outer casing.

suggestions???

[aggressivellc]

A pic would be nice so we can see exactly what you have. Usually you have to tap them to get them to move the first time.

[JohnRobHolmes]

You will need to take the bell off the motor and tap the shaft through, it is a press fit. You will need to file or grind a flat spot for the set screw as well.

[Tzi]

Originally Posted by aggressivellc

Usually you have to tap them to get them to move the first time.

Originally Posted by johnrobholmes

...and tap the shaft through, it is a press fit. You will need to file or grind a flat spot for the set screw as well.

Fantastic guys... I didnt want to go belting into a motor before i knew that was the 'approved method'

Now, jrh.. grinding a spot for the set screw... i presume your taking about the set screw on the motor endbell that holds the shaft??... because i think i will also need a flat spot for the pinion.


btw.. its an Emax BL2215/15... it is SOO clicky when you rotate it.. and it has bearings front and back.
i can get some pics if u want.

[JohnRobHolmes]

You will need a flat spot for both the pinion and the set screw on the endbell. If the shaft is 3mm just add a wrap or two of aluminum foil to shim it up.

[Tzi]

.. i just hammered it through to flish with the endbell.. and its still just as tight as it was when i bought it.... do you think i still need to punch it all the way through and file a flat spot on it??