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Old Feb 15, 2015 | 07:54 AM
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Mornin' Y'all.
What tools do I need to remove mufflers from 2003 FDX Dyna Super Glide.
Have A Great Harley Day
 
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Old Feb 15, 2015 | 08:36 AM
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1/2" 9/16" 5/8" Not picking on you but if you can't figer out what tools to use maybe you should have someone with some know how to help you out.
 
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Old Feb 15, 2015 | 11:58 AM
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Some people just don't want to get the knees of their pants dirty!
 
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Old Feb 16, 2015 | 09:39 AM
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Originally Posted by OldEnuf2NoBtr
Some people just don't want to get the knees of their pants dirty!
I like it...and i'm going add it to my quiver.




Question asked / # of posts...seems to be a relationship

But in defense, the question (like a lot of forum questions) can/are/will be interpreted differently than intended, but not all...don't know about this one, but i think the OP now has the info to get to "Point B"
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Old Feb 16, 2015 | 09:44 AM
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Also, besides the wrenches sockets and extensions listed in post #2. I found the exhaust gasket seater real helpful.
 
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Old Feb 16, 2015 | 09:48 AM
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Also, besides the wrenches sockets and extensions listed in post #2. I found the exhaust gasket seater real helpful.
Do you use that tool on High Compression Head Bolts/Nuts?
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Old Feb 16, 2015 | 04:30 PM
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Just to seat the gasket square in the jug.
 
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Old Feb 17, 2015 | 05:49 AM
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If you're asking because you need to buy some suitable tools, then a set of open-ended wrenches including the sizes touchdown mentions.
 
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Originally Posted by grbrown
If you're asking because you need to buy some suitable tools, then a set of open-ended wrenches including the sizes touchdown mentions.
Go to sears, home depot, Lowes. All not bad tools, buy a starter set maybe about 130.00 or so. You should get sockets 1/4" and 3/8', with extenders wenches from 5/16 to3/4 screw drivers, alen set. this should be all you need to do general maintenance.
 
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