Building the gearbox

 

Step 1: Make up the gear shafts, and fit them in the box. Not difficult, if you take things slowly and pay attention. The instructions are mainly exploded diagrams, this being a multi-lingual package. For me, this works fine, but you do need to work out the order to complete the diagram a little. In this respect, it reminds me of building my Peckett in Garden Rail years ago. 

All the shafts are fitted with ball race bearings, and they slide on nicely. It all feels quality so far. 

Into the cast metal gearbox they go. Grease is provided for the teeth, although quite how much you are supposed to use is a mystery. After the photo was taken, I applied it liberally, I can get more if required, something easier than opening the case up again as it's sealed with seven bolts!