Well there is a clutch adjustment screw just underneath the encoder box, but this didn't help me when i took it through it's full range of adjustment.
I'll attach the pdf for the clutch adjustment nut.
FlexTube Auto Adjusting.pdf
Here is the thread that helped me to pull the base and motor and clutch plates down.
http://stargazerslounge.com/topic/15...ob-auto-mount/
He has pictured it all in steps which was really helpful.
I read your comment lastnight and I decided to pull it down again this morning(another 3 times) to get the clutch plates gripping just enough for drive and smooth enough for easy movement.
The culprit for my situation was the nut and spring washers just above the clutch plate, which required me to remove everything to get to.
Getting the right amount of pressure was a trial and error exercise. Now I also have some minor adjustment in the clutch adjustment nut if I want more pressure. The degree of slop has also gone now I was able to loosen it up some more too.
Azimuth movement is now easier to shift than the altitude! and still able to grip enough for the azimuth motor
Once you get to know what your doing pulling it down, it may only take 10mins or less to pull apart.