VMC 44 coin mech removal problem. Removal of rear pin

[loman4ec]

I am trying to get the coin mech out of a vmc 44. I cannot get the pin out of the rear part of the shaft. Any tips on getting it out? I have been at it for over an hour and it has not moved

[tkaz]

It should just press in, there is no locking mechanism on it.  Have you tried giving it some heat, then gently pressing it out with a vice, or maybe a roll-pin punch?  Or just hit it with some PB Blaster, and let it sit for a while.

[loman4ec]

I got it out! I did have to heat it with a torch. I was trying to be careful applying the heat but I ended up almost catching the insulation inside on fire. I ended up dousing everything in water. the outer door is rotted bad so I am going to cut the embossing out of it and use it as a sign or something. Everything else is good on the door. Thanks for the help