Hornby Schools - Getting the body off the loco!

[digger62]

I've got a Hornby Schools class loco (R3311 Westminster) and I'm trying to get the body off the loco to give it a service. I know this sounds simple a simple task, but I'm struggling. I've removed the screw as indicated in the instructions and tried to ease the chassis down from the front, but it's not having it. Am I missing something. I don't want to pull too hard as there is a lot of delicate parts that look as though they'd be quite happy to come away given the chance.

My only other though is to take off the underframe to look at the gears from underneath, but I'm not sure if that will help.

If anyone can point me in the right direction I'd really appreciate it.

As always many thanks in advance

Mark.

[Going Spare]

I seem to remember other comments around the tightness of the body on the chassis.  Gently increasing the pull, with a slight sideways rocking movement, normally prevails, eventually.

[digger62]

Thanks for that I'll give it a go. If I hear it creaking I'll give up before I damage anything. At least it's working and looks good at the moment so I don't want to ruin it!