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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 12:43 PM
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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 12:44 PM
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You remove the old battery then install a new one.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 01:40 PM
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Yep, that's how I would do it too.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 01:56 PM
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But I would disconnect the cables first.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 01:59 PM
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But I would disconnect the cables first.
Oh no, now you made it work. AutoZone does it free.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 03:03 PM
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Take it to the dealer and write a check ?
 
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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 04:47 PM
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But I would disconnect the cables first.
Yes but not from the battery itself. Follow the cables to where they go and disconnect them there.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 04:58 PM
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How do you replace battery on a 1977 Harley Davidson Electra glide
Buy an 78 ?
 
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Turn it upside down and shake. It will come right out.
 
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