Hi Franko453,
The removal of the motor on the Dc987 is really easy. Just remove the four end cap screws then remove the end cap and both wires that connect to the motor and gently wiggle the motor while pulling it out the back.Hope that helps.Good luck.
Tinker

Thank you Tinkerdave I just received the motor I ordered an I am going to try it now. Thanks again

Hi Gerard,

It sounds like the clutch is failing. The clutch is part of the transmission assembly. It is part #397892-05 and is available from eReplacementParts.com.

I hope this helps!

-UtahAV
-Mark

Your charger should show what the flashing codes mean. It's right on the front of your charger, directly under the flashing light you're talking about. On mine, the code you describe says "Problem Power Line."

Yeah mine is doing same thing and is about the same age. When I lay it on its side is when the problem occurs and has visible oil on the speed selector switch. I also find it to spend a battery quicker. It will drag and smoke on low speed so I switch to #3 and burn the oil off the brushes then it seems OK. It sounds like a bad seal within the gear box. Currently in research mode.

Have you had any luck figuring out what is going on with it? Mine is the same age and does the same exact thing, so I am trying to figure out what needs to be replaced.

Thanks!

Hi Buddy,

Replacing a drill chuck is a simple repair if you first know a couple of tricks. We have prepared an article and video that will provide you with all of the information you will need to replace your drill chuck. You can find the article and video at the following link...

http://www.ereplacementparts.com/article/890/Cordless_Drills_101.html

I hope this helps you with your repair!

-Mark

Hi gfox46,

Yes, the brushes are replaceable on your DC987 cordless drill. The part number for the brushes is 603754-01. Remember that these brushes are sold individually so you will need to order two to make your repair.

Good luck!

-UtahAV
-Mark

Hey robby265,
no known parts breakdown that I know of..it is difficult to reassemble...better to replace..:)
part # 397892-05 avail at ereplacementparts.com
hope this helps..
Craig

Thanks for info

[QUOTE=cmoorejack;1405]it is difficult to reassemble...better to replace..:)"

Seriously! :eek: I have tried to rebuild those gearboxes a few times and once they have come apart, it is over.

This was my first review posting and I apologize I forgot the star rating it should have been 5 stars. Thanks again and I know I'll be back.

I do have DeWalt tools that are used every day of the week. Some of them are ten years old, and still work. They have been subjected to weather dropped off ladders kick knocked over and probably used as a hammer once or twice. Even with the age and use they still work like the day I bought them. Yes they have draw backs but all brands do. I have used every major brand of tools out there. Yet all my cordless tools are DeWalt. I wasn't joking either when I said they get used everyday of the week. They are the tools I make my living with.

No stars I posted this review too soon. I took it back to store and got my money back, too many problems. I only had it for 1 month. Sorry for those who may have bought this item.