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Dec 26, 2008 | 05:19 PM

wvguy

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got a question on a derby cover

i just bought a skull derby cover for my 08 custom i want to change it myself can anybody tell me if ill lose any fluid, never changed one before thanks

Dec 26, 2008 | 05:33 PM

XARAN

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From: So Cal

You wont loose any primary fluid if the bike is stright up (not on the jiffy stand) or leaned to the right. The bottom of the Derby Cover opening is where the fill level is in the primary

Dec 26, 2008 | 08:23 PM

Alain

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From: north jersey

yeah, you'll be golden. just get someone to hold it up for ya

Dec 26, 2008 | 08:36 PM

57RebelRocker

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From: Portland Oregon

ditto

Dec 26, 2008 | 08:50 PM

streeteagle

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Got a T27 Torx? Also, be sure to use star pattern when tightening screws.

Dec 26, 2008 | 08:51 PM

tmitchellof PG

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Did your new cover come with a gasket? It may or may not need one. You are suppose to change the gasket anytime you remove the cover, but a lot of the time it is not necessary, if the old gasket is intact.
Make sure you use a #27 Torx bit to remove the bolts. A #25 Torx bit will feel like it is the right one, but will just round our the bolt heads.
Tom

Dec 26, 2008 | 09:17 PM

Mr. Lucky

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Your '08 uses a keyed O-ring like shown on the right (below). Most aftermarket covers (including many of the H-D ones) use the old-style gasket like shown on the left. Check which you need before you start the job!