Transmission fluid change help.
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Hey don't tighten that screw until it's tight or you'll be taking the primary cover off to get the screw out. It never bottoms out there's nothing it seats against. You countersink it slightly then stop. I have a 98 should be the same. You'll know if it leaks it will leave a nice puddle for you. Also don't go by volume go by level of fluid. Stand it up and fill it to the bottom of the basket as described. Too full and you'll have clutch trouble
It does look right to me but I keep reading about leaving some threads showing or you'll hit the clutch basket.
I'm still waiting for my hd manual so I'm in he dark. Many thanks.
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You're fine where you're at. I had the same question on here a long time ago. I have a factory service manual and it doesn't say a thing about it. Someone here helped me. I've had my primary cover off and checked it and there's plenty of room. In fact it would fall off inside before it hits anything.
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You're fine where you're at. I had the same question on here a long time ago. I have a factory service manual and it doesn't say a thing about it. Someone here helped me. I've had my primary cover off and checked it and there's plenty of room. In fact it would fall off inside before it hits anything.
It seems silly that the primary cover has a countersink in it to then leave some threads hanging out.
Cheers buddy.
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The paste works quicker, easier and always seals up a treat.
Also depending on where you are using it you don't have to worry about little bits breaking off and clogging oil passages.
Also depending on where you are using it you don't have to worry about little bits breaking off and clogging oil passages.
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Even when it's slightly countersunk, none of the threads are into the inside, its just the little magnet portion of that screw that sits inside. I checked mine a few times after I did it and its never moved or leaked a drop. I used the megaloc paste thread sealant. Probably use Loctite thread sealant if I did it again
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Even when it's slightly countersunk, none of the threads are into the inside, its just the little magnet portion of that screw that sits inside. I checked mine a few times after I did it and its never moved or leaked a drop. I used the megaloc paste thread sealant. Probably use Loctite thread sealant if I did it again
I've used ptfe tape now as I think that's what was on it before. If it leaks I'll drain it and use something else.
If not I'll be a happy boy lol.
That's really good to know. Was really gettin worked up about leaving some threads hanging out and then worked up about clutch hitting magnet.
I've used ptfe tape now as I think that's what was on it before. If it leaks I'll drain it and use something else.
If not I'll be a happy boy lol.
I've used ptfe tape now as I think that's what was on it before. If it leaks I'll drain it and use something else.
If not I'll be a happy boy lol.
And if it gives you a drip or two, nothing to worry about unless you want to.
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So filled up the primary and the bike is upright on my stand and as of yet doesn't seem to leak. Although havnt fired the engine up yet because I'm waiting for new clutch inspection cover bolts to arrive.
Another thing is I thought I'd replace the o ring for the inspection cover as its 20 years old and Harley gave me a circular shaped disc gasket which they said replaces this o ring. Anyone have experience with this?
Another thing is I thought I'd replace the o ring for the inspection cover as its 20 years old and Harley gave me a circular shaped disc gasket which they said replaces this o ring. Anyone have experience with this?
So filled up the primary and the bike is upright on my stand and as of yet doesn't seem to leak. Although havnt fired the engine up yet because I'm waiting for new clutch inspection cover bolts to arrive.
Another thing is I thought I'd replace the o ring for the inspection cover as its 20 years old and Harley gave me a circular shaped disc gasket which they said replaces this o ring. Anyone have experience with this?
Another thing is I thought I'd replace the o ring for the inspection cover as its 20 years old and Harley gave me a circular shaped disc gasket which they said replaces this o ring. Anyone have experience with this?
Personally, unless your cover was leaking, it's not worth the bother. But since you already have it, it won't hurt anything.
Everything on your bike is 20 years old. If you are going to start replacing stuff just because of that, where are you going to stop?
