Engine removal insight
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Engine removal insight
I need to remove the engine from my 2005 Heritage Softail and while I have a service manual, I wanted to hear from the community of anything out of the ordinary that will be required to do this. I mean, are there any specialty tools or procedure tricks that will make it easier? Thanks.
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RE: Engine removal insight
When you actually get to the removal part, I would make sure I had a big strong, AND SOBER friend to help.
Them suckers are heavy, and one little slip could mess up your whole day in a hurry.
Even if the "friend" can't help lift it out, he, or she, can still dial 911 for you.
Them suckers are heavy, and one little slip could mess up your whole day in a hurry.
Even if the "friend" can't help lift it out, he, or she, can still dial 911 for you.
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RE: Engine removal insight
Well, pardon me if I don't giggle, but the reason I'm pulling the engine is because the bike was hit on the primary side, bending the crank/flywheel shaft in the process.
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RE: Engine removal insight
OUCH! Dang, I was hoping it some cool custom project or something.. Very sorry to hear it. Hope noone was hurt. It sounds like you'll have definitely some extensive repair. I hope everything's ok with your frame and tranny, etc and she's back on the road healthy again soon.
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RE: Engine removal insight
Thanks for the sentiment. I expect I'll have it all done in a month or two, so all will be well when the sunny days and warm weather return.
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RE: Engine removal insight
Agree with taking aome pics and putting bolts , nuts etc in plastic bags and label them . Everything kinda looks the same after being apart for a month or so . Good luck man
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