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Old Aug 12, 2017 | 03:40 PM
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Question backrest pad removal ?

Trying to get this pesky pad off the backrest. Two slotted screws at the bottom, no problem. Two circular 'holes' just below the 'skull', how do I get them out ?...b.
 
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Old Aug 12, 2017 | 05:56 PM
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Could a mod. move this to the Dyna section please ?...b.
 
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Old Aug 12, 2017 | 09:37 PM
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Those look like tamper resistant screws like these at Wal Mart.
ACORN 0112-002-001 Tamper Resistant Screws

If they are, you need a special screwdriver that will fit those screws.
 
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Old Aug 13, 2017 | 07:59 AM
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I know it looks like a 'hex' shape round the '****', but it's a complete circular hole. Also it's very thin and I would think very difficult to get a 'bit' in...b.
 
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Old Aug 13, 2017 | 08:15 AM
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Go to Harbor Freight, they have a security bit set for a few bucks
 
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Better pic...b.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2017 | 10:30 AM
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Thanks for the better picture. It helped me realize I was incorrect. I looked for that medallion on the Harley P&A site and found this
https://www.harley-davidson.com/stor...-04-9172002--1

According to the description, those aren't screws, the plate is held on with adhesive tape.
 
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Old Aug 15, 2017 | 09:17 AM
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Thanks 'Pass', i'll get the bugger off now !...b.
 
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