I've seen several recommendations to "throw away the crappy Torx screws" and replance them all with stainess steel Allen (hex) head screws.

Is there a compiled reference list somewhere that lists all the Torx screw sizes used on my FLSTN, or will I have to just do this one screw at a time? I've like to just get a whole set of replacements at once.

 

These forum sponsors may have what you're looking for. I recall there are some problems you can run into with stainless screws interacting with aluminum. I think it calls for using anti-seize with them.

http://www.shopv-twincycles.com/shop...catalogId=1137

If not these folks should:

http://www.gardner-westcott.com/motor_pdf.html

 

Thats weird, I myself like the torx head screws way better than allen head. Jost go to sears and buy a good set of torx head bits and you'll have no problems at least I have'nt. I've actually had more problems out of allen headed screws. Go on Ebay they sell complete replacement screw and bolt sets for all bikes. Stainless and chrome I personally go with the stainless torx heads.

 

Thanks for the links. You're right about the potential problems with SS in AL. I understand that SS screws going into aluminum are sometimes cadmium plated to avoid galling and galvanic corrosion; however, cadmium plating isn't very visually attractive.

 

I put acorn nuts on mine...looks alot better

 

I replaced many of them with 12 point. Real nice looking... Look at
http://www.gardner-westcott.com/motorcycle_bolts.htm. I believe local HD has them also...

 

You should be thankful that Harleys are not like old Triumphs. They used Phillip heads on everything. I replaced all of them with socket head cap screws, so I could use Allen wrenches.
I don't have any complaints with the Torx.
Tom

 

I agree with some of the larger torx, but the smaller screws are not to bad. As suggested, get yourself a good set of bits and you will be ok.

 

I just bought a good set or torx head bits from Home Depot... 11 pc set for $15

Tomhummer... acorn nuts???

 

I tried looking up the threads to get Allen bolts to replace the torx bolts. Does anyone know the torx size for the brackets connecting the footboards to the Fatboy Lo? I have tried a T-45 but it feels a bit loose.....just a bit. :-)