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Sep 21, 2012 | 11:45 AM

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Jim Kraft

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Am I missing something here. I just replaced the stator on my 99 Softail Custom a couple of months ago, and after I got the clutch nut off, the clutch slipped right off by hand. Was there a difference between the 98 and 99 clutch?

I used an impact on both the compensator, and the clutch. Both for removing and installing. Took a little time on the compensator nut to get it knocked loose, but I got the job done.

Sep 21, 2012 | 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by mkguitar

DO NOT use impact tools on the comp or clutch hub nuts

a.) impacts to the comp can knock the magnets loose on the stator - then they hit the stator and kill it $$$

b.) impacts on the clutch hub nut can damage the shifters in tranny $$$

Mike

What do you use to remove the nuts Mike? Blocking the chain and sprockets to allow minimal movement while applying torque with the impact hasn't failed me yet. I don't use the impact to install. There would be no way to know what your torque is if one did use an impact for install. The specs provided by the book are pretty important and I follow them precisely. Just wondering what method you use...

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Sep 22, 2012 | 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Mauimade2001

Well, it finally came off!

I heated the hub with a torch till it was pinging, then turned the puller bolt with a long cheater bar. Thought to myself, "If it breaks, it breaks."

That clutch hub came off with a very loud pop. Darn near blew me off my heels.

Thank you all for your suggestions. I really appreciate it.

Glad you got it man! It's all downhill from here. Keep on keepin' on!!!

Sep 22, 2012 | 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Jim Kraft

Cool that you got both nuts loose man, just make sure to measure torque for install!

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Sep 22, 2012 | 01:43 AM

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That clutch hub nut is a left-hand thread...It'll getcha every time!

Sep 22, 2012 | 09:25 AM

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Jim Kraft

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My son and I have been using the impact for both the compensator and the clutch when putting them back on. And I use blue Loctite, not the red, as it does take heat to get them off if using the red. My son does not use Loctite at all on his S&S 113, and he has never had a problem. We have both ridden thousands of miles doing this, so I really don't think it is that critical. Your mileage may vary.