Here is a video I found of removing a Meade focuser to replace with a Peterson. I guess the innards are the same for the 14inch. Kind of shows whats inside if that helps.
https://www.google.com.au/search?sou...arch&kpvalbx=1
This may also be of use as it relates to a 14inch
http://www.centaurus-a.nl/home/meade...chanism-repair