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Old May 5, 2009 | 09:56 PM
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Hey all...

I'm swapping out my stock exhaust for a set of Hooker Troublemakers and need the torque specs for the exhaust flanges bolts for a 2006 Sportster 883c.

It would be great if someone would kind enough to give me the specs.

Thanx...
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 10:32 PM
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Not sure if this helps any,and I apologize in advance.
It should get you in the ballpark though!
The manual for my 99 1200 says 6-8 ft-lbs at the cylinder head exhaust flanges.
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 11:32 PM
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The spec is 96-120 INCH lbs. Be sure to re-torque after several heat cycles.
 
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not to hijack or anything but can anyone suggest a quality torque wrench?
 
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Old May 6, 2009 | 08:25 AM
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Thanx guys... I would have never thought about re-torqueing them after running them...

I looked around for a good torque wrench and ended up with a Crafstman just because Sears was the only store in my area... I could have ordered a better one on line but needed it right away... But I did get it on sale :-)
Peace...
 
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Old May 6, 2009 | 08:30 AM
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Thumbs up Thanx...
Thank you for the answer. I get the new exausts on Thurs and can't wait for Sat to do the instal...

Peace...

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The spec is 96-120 INCH lbs. Be sure to re-torque after several heat cycles.
 
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Old May 15, 2009 | 12:08 AM
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Originally Posted by cHarley
The spec is 96-120 INCH lbs. Be sure to re-torque after several heat cycles.
Would this equate to 8-10 ft/lbs if you're using a ft/lb torque wrench?
 
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Would this equate to 8-10 ft/lbs if you're using a ft/lb torque wrench?
Do the math
















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Good Question. I was wondering the same. Any mathematicians?
 
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Originally Posted by UPSBROWN
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Good Question. I was wondering the same. Any mathematicians?
Math's already been done. Just wondering if it's ok to use ft/lbs when the manual calls for in/lbs.
 
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