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Old Jul 3, 2018 | 09:17 PM
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Originally Posted by GREENOHAWK69
If you plan on changing the belt, don't be intimidated about never doing it before. Neither did I on my 97 Wide Glide and it was not a problem. I bought a new 3-phase charging system and installed that at the same time. Follow the manual and there are kits you can purchase that will have the appropriate bolts, etc. - I just googled. The primary chain locker is a delrin "step" looking device that works great. Breaker bar and using the extension on your floor jack made it easy to get the compensator off. The torque value to re-install on my 97 was 150-165 foot/lbs, and I did have to buy a new torque wrench for that.
My workshop manual clearly states "Do not use" step looking device you mentioned? I'll used a lump of wood about 8" long by 1"X1/2 to unlock and lock compensator and clutch nuts. I saw a guy use the wood on you tube,thats how I got the idea. Worked fine for him?
 
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Originally Posted by philthyone
My workshop manual clearly states "Do not use" step looking device you mentioned? I'll used a lump of wood about 8" long by 1"X1/2 to unlock and lock compensator and clutch nuts. I saw a guy use the wood on you tube,thats how I got the idea. Worked fine for him?
My Service Manual for 97 & 98 Dyna clearly states to use the primary stepped locking tool. See page 6-6 and the attached pic.
 
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Old Jul 13, 2018 | 10:33 PM
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CONVERT To a 530 O-Ring Anodized chain and a 23./24 Tooth Front transmission Sprocket By BAKER DRIVETRAIN and a Rear 51 or 52 Rear Tooth Sprocket & get rid of that belt and all those hassles forever .
 
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Chains are a LOT of maintenance.
People that grew up with belts have no idea how good they have it!
 
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Originally Posted by Kingglide549
Chains are a LOT of maintenance.
People that grew up with belts have no idea how good they have it!
Chains are more trouble than there worth. I'll take a belt anytime.
 
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Old Jul 14, 2018 | 04:18 AM
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I rode an Iron head coast to coast and more.
The chain is a daily and ritual.
 
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