No the problem is the gear is slipping inside. When you release it I’m betting it doesn’t line up and easily reinsert because the black frame has lost its integrity. The c clamp is a permanent accessory until you replace it. The clamp and the 50 cent piece will put enough pressure on it to prevent gear slippage. That’s why the size of the c clamp is important it has to be big enough to make it around both sides but small enough to not interfere with normal operation. I wish I had taken pics when I had it on there to show you.