I use Pennzoil 10W40 in my primary........it works just fine.
Primary oil change
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Primary oil change
I recently bought an 09 heritage softail classic and I want to change the primary oil. Any suggestions on which oil to use and exactly how much I need to add? I am new to the biking world, so I could use some suggestions! Thanks guys!
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Make sure you remove the derby cover before you drain the oil out. It takes a 27 mm torx, a lot of people strip the screws removing them.
I use HD formula plus which work fine for me, the amount need is in your manual.
I use HD formula plus which work fine for me, the amount need is in your manual.
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Here's a can of worms being opened. I would use whatever synthetic you like and 2 quarts is more than enough. Should come up to just shy of the bottom of derby cover (removed). I am basing that off my TC88 so owners manual will give more info.
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The '09 takes 38 ounces of oil in the primary. Earlier years take 32 ounces. Check your manual to be sure on the amount. I forget what year they changed, but I do know my '09 RK takes 38 ounces.
I use Shell Rotella T 15W-40 in the primary. Just regular motor oil is fine for the primary, synthetic is not necessary.
I use Shell Rotella T 15W-40 in the primary. Just regular motor oil is fine for the primary, synthetic is not necessary.
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ATF works just fine.....
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