project complete, got qyestions
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project complete, got qyestions
so, the digital tach/analog speedo came in last night, plugged it in, filled the tank , no gas light issues. looks great!! ill post pics up later of tbe bike. had a question tho. the upper nut on the rear header flange keeps coming loose. i have to snug it down before every ride. its a pita, any ideas on this? btw, im running a samson true dual ( sounds awesome btw, love it!!) thks for the ideas. pics to follow with list of mods later.
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that is strange as a softail has a rigid mounted engine meaning that it does not shake like the rubber mounted engines do. Are you sure youa veh tightened it down all the way? I think loctite is useless as the heat will negate its effect, but that is just what i think.
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The stud could be streched either from age or being overtightened. If that's the case replacing the stud is the right fix but a quick fix is to use a crimp nut. That's my guess FWIW.
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If you can't find any crimp nuts see if you can find a local aircraft mechanic who can get you a couple of nuts drilled for safety wire.
Alternatively you could try to find the drill guide to make your own.
The other option might be to find a couple of external tab lock washers.
Put one on under the nut, bend the tabs and it should keep the nut from coming loose on you.
Alternatively you could try to find the drill guide to make your own.
The other option might be to find a couple of external tab lock washers.
Put one on under the nut, bend the tabs and it should keep the nut from coming loose on you.
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