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Old Jul 6, 2012 | 02:23 PM
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Do any of you out there know the size of the mainshaft nut on an 07 softail? Harley makes and sells special tool #HD-47910. But, if Im not mistaken all it is is a deep socket. Just dont know what size. I think 1.5" but not positive. If anyone knows the size, please let me know.

Also, if you know the size of the engine sprocket bolt.

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Old Jul 6, 2012 | 02:32 PM
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Ok, the special HD tool is 2 1/4" I think.

Im doing my stator on Sunday. Do I need this tool to take off the primary chain and compensating sprocket? According to the service manual it doesnt look like I will have to.
 
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Old Jul 6, 2012 | 03:12 PM
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Nevermind everyone, I spoke to a good tech I know and he told me that the mainshaft nut will not need to be removed.
 
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Old Jul 6, 2012 | 03:30 PM
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Get your 48" breaker bar ready
 
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Old Jul 6, 2012 | 03:54 PM
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yeah, definitely gonna need a breaker bar for that bad boy. some WD40 will help too. i fought with that ****er for 3 days to take it off, that's how tight it was on there.
 
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You guys are homos. I got it off relatively easy with a 24" breaker bar.
 
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