[EricH]

Originally Posted by ZehP

If the motors are allowed, then you are allowed to remove the worm gears.

That would be modifying an integral gearbox... Read the blue box, first paragraph.

The intent of this rule is to maintain the maximum power level for each Robot, yet still allow teams to modify mounting tabs and the like, not to gain a weight reduction by potentially compromising the structural integrity of any motor. The integral mechanical and electrical system of the motor is not to be modified.

Also note the second paragraph which may shed light for a similar motor class.

Note that for the Window motors and the AndyMark gearmotor, the gearboxes are considered integral to the motor, thus the motor may not be used without the gearbox.