VH Shortshots install
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VH Shortshots install
What is the best way to brake loss header bolts? I'm getting my ShortShots next week and would like to put them on ASAP. I have worked/dabbled w/ car engines but they are more forgiving and I don't want to start my motorcycle dabbling off by rounding off or stripping my header bolts. Thanks for any help/advice you can pass on.
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From: Oviedo, FL Go Gators!!!
RE: VH Shortshots install
What he said. And when you go to remove the bolts use 1/4" inch drive rachet. I used 3/8" without the PB Blaster and broke off the bolt in the head. Needless to say it was an expensive learning experience. You'll love the Shortshots.
ORIGINAL: Azwethinkweiz
They're nuts, I dont remember what size. Spray some PB Blaster on them and let it sit for like 10 minutes...they'll come off like butter.
They're nuts, I dont remember what size. Spray some PB Blaster on them and let it sit for like 10 minutes...they'll come off like butter.
Road Warrior
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From: East Central Illinois
RE: VH Shortshots install
With your fingers
. Seriously though they are only nuts 10mm I think. Yeah, I know metric. Unless they are real crusty it shouldn't be a problem. They only get torqued to 120 inch lbs. max.
. Seriously though they are only nuts 10mm I think. Yeah, I know metric. Unless they are real crusty it shouldn't be a problem. They only get torqued to 120 inch lbs. max.
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RE: VH Shortshots install
bowenammg, I'm waiting on my shortshots also,your post sounds just like me.LOL. I have messed with cars my whole life and have not worked on a bike before. I'm constantly lookin on here for all the info I can get. It's just too expensive to have the dealer do it and I'm a penny pincher to boot. Hopefully both our projects go smooth. LOL
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