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1985 FLHTC trap door swapping

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Old Oct 29, 2007 | 10:27 AM
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Default 1985 FLHTC trap door swapping

Ho I have a 1985 FLHTC with 5 speed tranny. I want to change the trap door so I can install a ball/ ramp style clutch actuator instead of the old style I have with the finger that pushes in on the throwout bearing. I have a newer style trap door. Can I just pull the trap door off the 2 shafts without completely disassembling the complete tranny. Also can I then install the new trap door? Any suggestions/ helpful hints?
 
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Default Trap door upgrade

Did you ever do this swap? If so I would like to know how to do same. I also have an /85 FLHTC and an extra later model trans, hanging about in my shop.
 
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