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Old Jul 18, 2008 | 05:36 PM
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well i got my new clutch cable, motion-pro. im also installing the HD easy clutch ramps. i contacted motion-pro about lubing the cable but they said it wasn't necessary, if i were to try and lube it, with what and how.
 
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Old Jul 18, 2008 | 07:42 PM
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Hang the cable up by one end, open up the adjuster all the way until it comes apart, apply a light/cable lube to the top end and the adjuster, work the cable back and forth. Repeat a few times leaveing it hang. hope this helps.
 
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Old Jul 18, 2008 | 10:56 PM
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im going to see if checker or autozone carry a liquid graphite. i assume you were in the 82nd. i was there for awhile before i shipped to the 173rd. that was way back when.
 
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Old Jul 18, 2008 | 11:52 PM
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best cable lube I've ever used... Dri Slide, Bike Aid...
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 07:50 AM
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Dri Slide is the stuff!
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 10:30 AM
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ok. it that an online item only.
 
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Old Jul 20, 2008 | 09:05 AM
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I did it the other way around, went from "A" co 4th bat 503rd 173rd ABN to 17th Cav (RECON) 82nd ABN also way back when they were in Dak To.
 
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