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Old Jul 21, 2010 | 06:53 PM
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I have an 02 softail classic that I had to remove a shock. I bolted the shock back on to the frame and the washer, by the bolt head, which used to spin freely does not spin freely now. Do I need to back off the bolt a bit?
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Old Jul 21, 2010 | 09:14 PM
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which bolt? The one in the front is torqued to ~35 ft-lbs and the one in the back about 135 ft-lbs. I don't think there is a washer spin spec.
 
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The back bolt (rear tire side) that holds the shock on. My bolts have a washer on them.

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yes, so do mine. I believe the correct torque on those bolts is more important than a spinning washer.
 
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