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Old Jul 7, 2015 | 12:37 AM
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When I turned in the bolt that I bet it was 3 solid turns until it seated, then I backed off 1/2 turn then adj the cable, just like the manual says I have done this twice. If I back bolt out again then the kicker works
Sounds like you "bottomed" out the adjuster, you are not supposed to do that. Start again by backing it out and then just turn it in till you feel "resistance". Then back it out your 1/2 turn.
 
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Old Jul 7, 2015 | 08:13 AM
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Well I finally got a chance to figure out the clutch issue, took off primary cover, the clutch was turning but not engaging the motor, backed off the bolt 6 full turns locked it down, the clutch worked perfect. Motor fired right up. Thinking maybe aftermarket clutch because it has a belt drive primary.?
 
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Old Jul 7, 2015 | 08:58 AM
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Crankin the screw is Not the answer...You will have problems if you don't adjust the Clutch Properly...
 
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Originally Posted by bluebikemike
Well I finally got a chance to figure out the clutch issue, took off primary cover, the clutch was turning but not engaging the motor, backed off the bolt 6 full turns locked it down, the clutch worked perfect. Motor fired right up. Thinking maybe aftermarket clutch because it has a belt drive primary.?
I told you what the problem was, now do as Raceprez just told you and adjust it properly!!!!
 
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