Rocker cover stuck
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Rocker cover stuck
Hi,
I am replacing the top rocker cover (front) on 2006 Fxsti (there was a crack near one of the bolts). I have a manual for the 2007 model, but figure it should be close at least.
I have two questions I could use some help with.
First, I did get front and rear top/bottom covers (ebay), but planned on only replacing the single cracked cover...Is this fine, or should I replace both top and bottom?
Second...I took out the six bolts according to manual, but the top cover still seems "stuck". I don't know if I should force it, or if there is a step I am missing because of the 2007 manual vs 2006 model.
Any help/advice would be appreciated.
Tim.
I am replacing the top rocker cover (front) on 2006 Fxsti (there was a crack near one of the bolts). I have a manual for the 2007 model, but figure it should be close at least.
I have two questions I could use some help with.
First, I did get front and rear top/bottom covers (ebay), but planned on only replacing the single cracked cover...Is this fine, or should I replace both top and bottom?
Second...I took out the six bolts according to manual, but the top cover still seems "stuck". I don't know if I should force it, or if there is a step I am missing because of the 2007 manual vs 2006 model.
Any help/advice would be appreciated.
Tim.
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You are fine to change out just the top portion. Like stated above, gasket is probably stuck. There should be a spot between the top and bottom covers where you can wedge a slim screwdriver in and pry the top cover up. And make sure you use a new gasket.
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Stage IV
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Thank you both for your help. I got the cover off and have replaced it. Just realized I have loctite blue 242, manual calls for 243. I suppose it is best to pick up the right stuff tomorrow before torquing them in.
Thanks again!
Thanks again!
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Personally, for this application I wouldn't worry about whether I had 242 vs 243. Hell, I just swapped my upper rocker covers out a month back and couldn't even tell you what number I used (guessing 242). Here's a reference for you:
http://us.henkel-adhesives-blog.com/post/All-About-Threadlockers/Blue-Threadlocker-Basics/
http://us.henkel-adhesives-blog.com/post/All-About-Threadlockers/Blue-Threadlocker-Basics/
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