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Old Aug 9, 2025 | 07:38 AM
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I purchased a 99 Softail Custom a few years ago. Previous owner installed a Kuriakyn Hyper Charger. The carb needs to be rebuilt but, the mounting bracket bolts are like none I've ever seen. I've tried a wide blade screw driver with no success. Is there a special for these bolts? Thanks!


 
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Old Aug 9, 2025 | 07:53 AM
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Those are Kuryakyn breather bolts. There is no formal tool to remove them. They've been an issue for years apparently.

Ideas in this thread may help.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/gener...her-bolts.html

Good luck. Let us know how you ended up removing them.
 
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Old Aug 10, 2025 | 11:06 AM
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I would use a 3/8" drive drag link socket coupled to a 3/8" drive handheld impact driver.


The straight cut tip reduces the possibility of cam out that can occur when using a tapered tip screwdriver. The impact driver aids in loosening stubborn fasteners. The tip dimensions of my socket are 1/8" wide X 11/16" long. Other sizes are available.
 
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Flat chisel is my first thought. You can put an adjustable wrench on it also it it doesn't break loose easy.
 
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