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Old Jul 31, 2010 | 04:10 PM
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I posted yesterday that I couldn't find the gearbox drain plug. I got several sincere replies (and a few snarky ones). I re-examined everything and I found it today!
The plug is on the right side of the tranny. It is a T-40 torx bit. It is NOT where the manual says it is. (or "fix my hog", or dude world, or any or the other pieces of advice I got. )
I removed the plug, drained out the fluid, refilled it and I am good to go!
This will be SO much easier the next time.

Why would the manual be incorrect?

Sorry...1996 Heritage Softail Classic - Evolution engine.
 
Old Jul 31, 2010 | 04:19 PM
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Well, maybe like me you have an aftermarket oil tank. Course, I'm just guessing here.
 
Old Jul 31, 2010 | 04:22 PM
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Could be the tranny was changed by the previous owner. Nice to hear you didn't give up.

Next up: Steering head adjustment and check, tighten spokes.
 
Old Jul 31, 2010 | 04:25 PM
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You ain't no dummy. A dummy woulda give up, or done sumpin stupid !!



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you will NEVER forget where it is agian!!!
 
Old Jul 31, 2010 | 05:09 PM
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take it to jiffy lube next time
 
Old Jul 31, 2010 | 06:05 PM
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UH OH, that bolt you removed is actually for the muffler fluid
 

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Muffler fluid? Oh crap! Did I just void my warranty? (lol)
 
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