Question about True-Track install

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Mar 26, 2009 | 04:48 PM

Gary7

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Question about True-Track install

I bought 71vcode's True-Track he had on his Dyna for a week. It should get here this weekend. I was just looking at the installation instructions and I notice it says to support the engine with a jack. I don't remember anyone mentioning that before. Since you don't completely remove the two lateral rubber mount bolts on the front mount, the engine should not fall during the installation of the front True-Track. Or am I missing something? Is the jack to support the engine when you're installing the rear TT?

Mar 26, 2009 | 04:55 PM

07bobber

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yes you need a jack under engine atleast i would imagine so the engine doesnt sag to the point where you cant install the TT

Mar 26, 2009 | 07:58 PM

speedjunkie

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What bobber said. I used one when I installed mine. Don't think it would have been possible without it.

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Mar 26, 2009 | 09:42 PM

Newhawk

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You have to remove both of the bolts on the front of the frame at the same time to install the front-frame bracket.
I used a crow bar to jockey the engine into place.

Mar 26, 2009 | 09:47 PM

Ratbob

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You do remove the two isolator mounting bolts (in front), and the engine will droop if you don't have it supported. I just used my bottle jack from my truck to do the job. No need to go out and buy a scissor jack.

Last edited by Ratbob; Mar 26, 2009 at 09:49 PM. Reason: Dang Newhawk - you beat me too it.