Motor stuck in auger, Magnum Baby

[GMadd]

I'm replacing my Delron auger bushing on my Magnum Baby and things seem to be going well.....but. After loosening the screw I had a heck of a time separating the motor and the auger. They seemed to be frozen together. What can I lube this with to prevent it from freezing in the future?

 

[JDenyer236]

Smear a little high temp never seize on the shaft. It's available at most hardware or automotive stores. I also use it for any screws that I remove that are in high heat areas. Makes
It much easier to take things apart later and prevents stripping screws.

 

[heat seeker]

Part of the problem may be that the shaft mushrooms a bit when you tighten the screw very tight. Mine didn't want to go back together again until I did a little filing on the shaft. I didn't overtighten the set screw when I reassembled. I'd rather have it come loose than have to fight the auger/motor again. I had to use a 3' pry bar to get them apart. No rust involved, just the mushrooming of the shaft. Using two set screws, one on top of the other, may help.

 

[GMadd]

Part of the problem may be that the shaft mushrooms a bit when you tighten the screw very tight. Mine didn't want to go back together again until I did a little filing on the shaft. I didn't overtighten the set screw when I reassembled. I'd rather have it come loose than have to fight the auger/motor again. I had to use a 3' pry bar to get them apart. No rust involved, just the mushrooming of the shaft. Using two set screws, one on top of the other, may help.

A little sand paper did the trick. I believe it was previously over tightened. I also added never seize for some insurance. Thanks guys! It's working great now!

 

[heat seeker]