Clutch issues
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Clutch issues
At the risk of sounding like a complete idiot, I recently swapped out my clutch cable, when adjusted I have about 1/8 of play at the lever, once squeezed the cable goes slack and clutch will not disengage. Im at a complete loss, I have followed all directions to a t and cable goes slack when trying to disengage the clutch. Any help would be appreciated.
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I swapped bars and swapped the stock cable for a burly brand cable. I guess Ill have to check the ramp and make sure the ***** are seated properly. I even went as far as taking the derby cover off and adjusting the screw which was wrenched down so tight it took all I had to break it loose. Im just sick to my stomach!!
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Yeah those problems can be frustrating. Do you have FSM? If the cable adjusts to zero slack but goes limp after you pull the lever what happens after that? Does it go back to being tight or stay limp? The adjuster nut only need like 8 or 10 lbs on it to stay tight.
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unfortunately I do not have the FSM. This bike was handed down to me from my father. It was his first Harley and was bone stock. The lever just stays limp and there is slack in the line. I have no idea why the adjuster nut in the derby cover was so tight.
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awesome! I will try resetting everything this evening and I guess go from there!! Ill let you know how it plays out. I really appreciate all the help. Harley owners are some of the nicest people I have ever met!
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Okay, first what year Dyna do you have? Is this your 1st Harley? When you say you even went as far as taking the derby cover off and adjusting the clutch pushrod that's part of every clutch adjustment. So what Instructions did you follow to a "T"?
Not to rag on you too much, but you shouldn't work on a Harley without a manual.
So, here's what I'd do. 1st rule out the cable. Take the new one and lay it on the ground with the adjuster fully collapsed next to the old one the same way. Pull the end of the cable on both that connect to the ramp connector and measure the distance from the cable housing to the end of the little barrel that's welded on the end. If they're the same, then the cable should be ruled out. When you have the ***** and ramp assy apart, clean the valleys the ***** sit in and apply a drop of grease on both parts. That assures the ***** will stay in place when adjusting the cable. You should adjust the clutch pack 1st, then the cable. Follow adjustment procedures.
Not to rag on you too much, but you shouldn't work on a Harley without a manual.
So, here's what I'd do. 1st rule out the cable. Take the new one and lay it on the ground with the adjuster fully collapsed next to the old one the same way. Pull the end of the cable on both that connect to the ramp connector and measure the distance from the cable housing to the end of the little barrel that's welded on the end. If they're the same, then the cable should be ruled out. When you have the ***** and ramp assy apart, clean the valleys the ***** sit in and apply a drop of grease on both parts. That assures the ***** will stay in place when adjusting the cable. You should adjust the clutch pack 1st, then the cable. Follow adjustment procedures.
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[QUOTE=brakeless;19213634]Okay, first what year Dyna do you have? Is this your 1st Harley? When you say you even went as far as taking the derby cover off and adjusting the clutch pushrod that's part of every clutch adjustment. So what Instructions did you follow to a "T"?
Not to rag on you too much, but you shouldn't work on a Harley without a manual.
So, here's what I'd do. 1st rule out the cable. Take the new one and lay it on the ground with the adjuster fully collapsed next to the old one the same way. Pull the end of the cable on both that connect to the ramp connector and measure the distance from the cable housing to the end of the little barrel that's welded on the end. If they're the same, then the cable should be ruled out. When you have the ***** and ramp assy apart, clean the valleys the ***** sit in and apply a drop of grease on both parts. That assures the ***** will stay in place when adjusting the cable. You should adjust the clutch pack 1st, then the cable. Follow adjustment procedures.
im all for constructive criticism, I misspoke earlier, I have the manual in pdf form! I dont physically have it. According to or how I understood it, the pushrod didnt need to be adjusted, the YouTube videos I have watched said its not necessary. This is not my first Harley, it is however my first WG, it a 97. I will definitely follow your instructions and go from there. Much appreciated
Not to rag on you too much, but you shouldn't work on a Harley without a manual.
So, here's what I'd do. 1st rule out the cable. Take the new one and lay it on the ground with the adjuster fully collapsed next to the old one the same way. Pull the end of the cable on both that connect to the ramp connector and measure the distance from the cable housing to the end of the little barrel that's welded on the end. If they're the same, then the cable should be ruled out. When you have the ***** and ramp assy apart, clean the valleys the ***** sit in and apply a drop of grease on both parts. That assures the ***** will stay in place when adjusting the cable. You should adjust the clutch pack 1st, then the cable. Follow adjustment procedures.
im all for constructive criticism, I misspoke earlier, I have the manual in pdf form! I dont physically have it. According to or how I understood it, the pushrod didnt need to be adjusted, the YouTube videos I have watched said its not necessary. This is not my first Harley, it is however my first WG, it a 97. I will definitely follow your instructions and go from there. Much appreciated
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Well that's better than nothing. But you'll prolly get ragged on by the Factory supporters for not buying that manual. Good luck to ya. Oh and if your new you should go to the welcome area and do a brief into. They get a little testy over joining only when you have your 1st issue.