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trying to track my oil leak. my regulator and stator connection has alot of oil around it. I unplug regulator and there was some oil inside of the rubber boot. i can't track the oil any higher than that connection. is it possible for oil to come out of the hole in the case that the stator plug comes through? Is there a seal or gasket there? just trying to sort it out. thanks for any help you can provide. oh yea, the bike is a 1990 fltc in stock condition.
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Yes oil can find its way out the stator plug hole (prim fluid that is ) Maybe time to open the primary take off the prim chain stuff pull the rotor off the stator and inspect If all the wiring looks good push the reg plug back into the hole clean the alum with brake clean as well as the stator plug put clear silicone around the plug and push back through the hole Make sure the reg pin holes are in good shape for a tight connection
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thanks. I have a long trip comming up in a week, so I don't want to tear it apart yet. can I put some silicone around the plug for a temptorary fix? the stator plug is in bad shape. I'm guessing the stator would need replacing when I tear into it. the rubber is deteriating and falling apart and the prones are rusty. the regulator is new. any suggestion to help me get through this trip. I'll tear into it after the trip.
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as long as your charging,silicone fix should work fine(clean it some brake clean first)
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I've done about every cheat on that exact item you could think of and most were successful but very temporary. You can even buy replacement plugs for the stator, but have to pull it to install anyway and they aren't much for quality.
If you're determined to run it on a trip like that, simply silicone it best you can without disturbing it and let the primary fluid drip if and where it will. When the rubber goes chaulky and the sockets are funky, leave them alone until you replace the stator. Playing around trying to clean contacts and seal the rubber is a dangerous recipe.
Last time I tried that on mine, it ran for 3 more days and shorted - then caught the primary fluid on fire - it was not pretty.
So you have a week, I'd replace the stator if at all possible. If you can't or won't, then I wish you luck on your trip (and I'm not being a smart azz about that either)
If you're determined to run it on a trip like that, simply silicone it best you can without disturbing it and let the primary fluid drip if and where it will. When the rubber goes chaulky and the sockets are funky, leave them alone until you replace the stator. Playing around trying to clean contacts and seal the rubber is a dangerous recipe.
Last time I tried that on mine, it ran for 3 more days and shorted - then caught the primary fluid on fire - it was not pretty.
So you have a week, I'd replace the stator if at all possible. If you can't or won't, then I wish you luck on your trip (and I'm not being a smart azz about that either)
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o.k. after watching the video on you-tube on stator replacement and seeing how simple it is, I'll probably go ahead and change it out. I figure about a 3-4 hr job. better safe than sorry. thanks
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I let my leak go, then the rubber that is molded to the plug detached from the metal plugs. I ended up replacing the stator. I took pics in the order I did it. Was about 4 - 5 hours for me on a jack stand in my garage. Called my mechanic for a few adjustment type things but easy to do.
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the rubber is seperating from the metal prones on the stator plug just as you describe. I guess oil is not good for it. now to find a stator. I'm sure harley dealers would carry one in stock, but are there better ones out there? thanks
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Good call on replacing it before your trip. That's one thing that can really ruin a road trip if it fails cause it's hard to carry the stuff needed for that job. It's easier to pull a head than a stator with tools from the saddlebag.
Most, if not all dealers stock the correct stator. Considering you're under the gun to get it done, so to speak, your options may be somewhat limited. There are a couple aftermarket brands I consider just as good, but the OEM is high quality and a good choice.
Don't try to "seal" the new plug. They will fit really tight in the case and no sealant is needed. But you will want to lube it because they can be real hard to push thru the hole when they are new.
Most, if not all dealers stock the correct stator. Considering you're under the gun to get it done, so to speak, your options may be somewhat limited. There are a couple aftermarket brands I consider just as good, but the OEM is high quality and a good choice.
Don't try to "seal" the new plug. They will fit really tight in the case and no sealant is needed. But you will want to lube it because they can be real hard to push thru the hole when they are new.