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Old 04-26-2024, 05:09 AM
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Haha, it's true- these bikes actually require the preride inspection because they loosen up the fasteners! I just installed a rear fender bolt kit because only 1 was left (!) And just noticed I'm missing a bolt for my front fender...
 
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Locite, loctite, loctite!
 
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My bolts are loctited or using nylock nuts ...bolts holding tight so far.
The buzzing on my bike is the repop hydraglide headlight tin, and the original '61 front fender trim. The fender trim has great patina but the fasteners are popping off.
Hoping V-Twin has replacement fasteners. Hate to go repop fender trim...
Still, I'm keeping an eye on my bolts.
 
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Old 04-26-2024, 08:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Maxacceleration
My bolts are loctited or using nylock nuts ...bolts holding tight so far.
The buzzing on my bike is the repop hydraglide headlight tin, and the original '61 front fender trim. The fender trim has great patina but the fasteners are popping off.
Hoping V-Twin has replacement fasteners. Hate to go repop fender trim...
Still, I'm keeping an eye on my bolts.
Dirty little trick for that kinda stuff? Dab of Goop or another silicon like ultra gray or black. Clean thoroughly and let sit up over night, holds that stuff very nicely. Kills rattles too.
 
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Im curious if your chain is using your inner primary and starter motor as a chain guide? My 82 WG is lowered a bit in the rear but not like yours and Im concerned about chewing my inner up.
 
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Originally Posted by hellonewman
Im curious if your chain is using your inner primary and starter motor as a chain guide? My 82 WG is lowered a bit in the rear but not like yours and Im concerned about chewing my inner up.
Ugh, yes. I have a light amount of wear from the chain. I'll get the chain back to 1/2" slack and monitor closely. But I may just buy some stock length shocks...
So much for low & cool. Pisses me off a bit, but you all told me...
 
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