primary chain help
primary chain help
hey guys new to forum. i have an 89 fsxt and i wanted to replace the primary chain. after tacking off the primary cover and getting down to the left handed thred bolt> i still cant get the clutch to slide off. i have the snap ring off even striped down and took all the clutch plates off thinking it would come loose but it wont budge. please help
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You don't have to run to EVO forum and post. Most first time posters do stop over to the new member forum for their first posting. This thread probably will get moved but it is best to pick a specific forum for specific questions. If your in the right forum chances are others will know what you are talking about and will have experience on just what it is you need.
The clutch drum is keyed to the mainshaft and always requires a proper puller to break it free.
I'd strongly recommend getting the service manual before removing a single bolt off the bike. Dis-assembly and reassembly info is VERY important, along with correct torque ratings for every single bolt on the bike.
The clutch drum is keyed to the mainshaft and always requires a proper puller to break it free.
I'd strongly recommend getting the service manual before removing a single bolt off the bike. Dis-assembly and reassembly info is VERY important, along with correct torque ratings for every single bolt on the bike.
Last edited by JohnnyC; Sep 22, 2011 at 07:10 AM.
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Ya dude, you need a puller to get it off. When you re install, put some loc tite on your key way to hold it in place while you slude the basket back on the shaft!
Hatch.
Hatch.
ok thanks for the info guys. and the heads up on posting in the right section. so i need a puller? is that a specific Harley tool or universal? and im just trying to replace the primary chain is there another way?
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What's wrong with the chain that's on it?
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the old chain is stretched out> i have the adjustment up all the way and its still banging like hell on the primary case
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Check my recent post on how not to do it. Newer bike just pull off by hand. Yours is different and you need to be careful. Be sure to post back here on the detail.
And also welcome from Virginia....
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/gener...get-to-it.html
And also welcome from Virginia....
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/gener...get-to-it.html
Last edited by Jackie Paper; Sep 22, 2011 at 10:47 PM.