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Old Oct 1, 2010 | 06:58 PM
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I was changing the clutch cable out for a Braided Stainless.

Had the cover off and got ahold of the snap ring. Brought it out real careful. I couldn't believe how well it was going.

I heard a "ting" and saw a blur go by my nose. With the tension that thing was under, I figure it is somewhere over Nashville.

If someone sees it land give me a shout.
 
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Were you wearing your safety glasses?
 
Old Oct 1, 2010 | 07:17 PM
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I found it - here in Montreal, Canada
 
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Mars just called, they said it just flu by.
 
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___ Maybe Shu can get a PIC of it ,, mine Took off too
 
Old Oct 1, 2010 | 08:11 PM
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My father used to call them Jesus pins, because whenever he removed one he would say "Jesus H C..... where did that go!"
 
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Use snap ring pliers next time. They're pretty cheap.
 
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Mcmaster Carr pn#98410A118 (100 pcs) under $10 and identical to the HD 11143 so just grab another one.
 
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And it usually happens when you think this will be a quick mod and the auto parts store is closed!!! Not such a bad idea on the safety glasses thing, you could put an eye out with those. I usually use that phrase when I see a woman who's perky, if you know what I mean, and I think you do.
 
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Originally Posted by wlbowers
I was changing the clutch cable out for a Braided Stainless.

Had the cover off and got ahold of the snap ring. Brought it out real careful. I couldn't believe how well it was going.

I heard a "ting" and saw a blur go by my nose. With the tension that thing was under, I figure it is somewhere over Nashville.

If someone sees it land give me a shout.


Been there (not Nashville...)
 



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