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Old Jan 9, 2019 | 02:09 AM
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Default Flstc hubcap loose
I have an FLSTC. The front wheel is fitted with a hubcap. This cap pushes onto the axel hub - it does not screw on or bolt on. It is locked in place by a circlip only, this stops it from trying to spin off when riding. Normally it would be pressed on and this holds it in place and it would rotate with with axel. However due to wear and tear it is now loose and spins independently of the axel, thus making a noise. Anyone got any idea how to secure it, e.g. with silicon, or maybe tape. I am looking for a practical suggestion that works. Looking forward to replies. Thanks.
 
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Old Jan 9, 2019 | 03:54 AM
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Take it off, inspect, replace worn parts
or just pass me the envelope.
 
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Old Jan 9, 2019 | 08:58 PM
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Just take it off and leave it off.....Replace it with some nice chrome spacers...


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Old Jan 9, 2019 | 09:00 PM
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Take it off and get rid of it.
 
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A picture would help. is it parts 11173, 11175?
 
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Old Jan 10, 2019 | 07:35 AM
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I use RonniesHD parts finder microfiche to look up parts & numbers.
Whats probably easiest is to just replace the bushing (or spacer) and C-clip.




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Old Jan 10, 2019 | 07:44 AM
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I vote to remove it and clean and polish the hub it looks great that way the only pictures I could find showing the wheel just pretend I am not in it, the wife was taking pictures for a collage with me and the kids and their bikes
 
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Might as well throw one in of the crew
 
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For me, the hub is part of the classic look of a Heritage. I'd fix/replace it in a heartbeat. Just my 2 cents.
 
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If its loose enough to "wobble" then could it cause the wheel to lock or foul up the spokes? I'd address it soon if I were you.
 
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