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Oct 19, 2022 | 11:01 AM

bikefxds

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CompensatorSproket Replace

My 2012 Softail Deluxe with 46k on it sounds like a washing machine now. Gonna replace the compensator sprocket. HD has upgraded the OEM for that year to a Screamin' Eagle comp sprocket. Looks pretty straight forward to install but they have a new oil slinger piece inside that has to be glued to the to the inside of the outer primary cover. In typical moco fashion, the glue comes with a special applicator and costs $45 for the product. It will only be used once here and perhaps again if I have to do the wife's Deluxe. Has anyone experimented with another adhesive for this project, say something like a comparable epoxy that could stay stuck and endure all that primary oil being slung around inside the primary?

Oct 19, 2022 | 11:10 AM

Screamin beagle

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Used the jb weld several times and haven't had one come lose yet. Prep is the key...clean the inside of the primary cover where it's going with some brake cleaner or similar. Make sure it's 100 percent oil free. Use a fine grit sand paper to rough up the glue side of the plastic slinger. Use plenty of the goop and use a clamp to hold it in place. There's a couple different versions for how long before it's "cured". I use the 10 minute stuff but I leave it clamped over night before putting the cover back on. I think the last time I bought it I paid 8 bucks or so.

Oct 19, 2022 | 11:11 AM

hattitude

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Originally Posted by bikefxds

My 2012 Softail Deluxe with 46k on it sounds like a washing machine now. Gonna replace the compensator sprocket. HD has upgraded the OEM for that year to a Screamin' Eagle comp sprocket. Looks pretty straight forward to install but they have a new oil slinger piece inside that has to be glued to the to the inside of the outer primary cover. In typical moco fashion, the glue comes with a special applicator and costs $45 for the product. It will only be used once here and perhaps again if I have to do the wife's Deluxe. Has anyone experimented with another adhesive for this project, say something like a comparable epoxy that could stay stuck and endure all that primary oil being slung around inside the primary?

If you do a search will you see that many have used JB Weld for that application and it has worked well...

You might also look at Permatex 500° High Heat Epoxy....

It's not rocket science, any high heat, oil resistant epoxy should work....

If you don't want to trust an epoxy, you could always get the outer primary cover with the built-in oil scoop like the newer bikes that have that compensator as the OEM comp.... but that is an expensive option...

NOTE: Screamin beagle types faster than me, and has real world experience.... doesn't get any better than his recommendation...

Last edited by hattitude; Oct 19, 2022 at 11:15 AM.

Oct 19, 2022 | 02:15 PM

Max Headflow

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JB weld is fine.. The important things are that the case has to be absolutely clean.. Let it set up 24 hours in a warm environment.

Oct 20, 2022 | 11:28 AM

Hog Augie

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I have 2011 Heritage and when I upgraded, I took it to harley shop. That way was no guessing if it was placed in correct location and orientation. Cost was $35 (and someone to blame lol) 2 yrs and no issues