Re: Johnson RDE-17R?

[frankr]

I guess I sort of oversimplified it. Remove the band and peek inside. You will see the brushes and make a decision on where to go from there. If you do decide to take it apart, the top plate, Bendix, and armature will come out the top, all in one chunk. Removing the bottom plate gives access to the brushes and lower bearing. When you put it back together, you will have to deal with those darn brushes and springs. Hint: hook the springs on top of the brush holders so they aren’t pushing on the brushes. Once you get the bottom back on, release the springs.