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Old Jul 27, 2007 | 01:05 PM
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I want to fix the annoying right front caliper rattle before selling my 83 FXWG. I have replaced the bushings in the lower fork mounting holes, but noise is still there. Are there some oversizedmounting boltsI can buy? I am thinking the caliper is loose on these mounting bolts that hold the caliper to the fork. Thanks.
 
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 12:31 PM
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Hi, I am kinda looking for a Wide Glide that vintage, tell me more, maybe you won't have to fix it, send me a PM.

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