Short Shots install problem
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From: Central Massachusetts
all i did was match the threads on the O2 sensor with the tap. I dont remember the size tap i used. i started the tap with a half turn in, then a half turn out. i slowly worked the tap in and out of the hole using the half turns until i was sure the tap made a good pass though the hole. took less the 5 minutes to do it
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From: Douglasville, Ga.
ok, thanks for the help.
So from the looks of the picture, it looks like you just run a bit with threads on it into the bung and it re-threads the thing?
This may also be a stupid question but first thing that comes to mind is how do you know it will be the right thread pitch?
I also am very curious as to the size bit ( if that is what it's called) to match the correct size if the O2 sensor.
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So from the looks of the picture, it looks like you just run a bit with threads on it into the bung and it re-threads the thing?
This may also be a stupid question but first thing that comes to mind is how do you know it will be the right thread pitch?
I also am very curious as to the size bit ( if that is what it's called) to match the correct size if the O2 sensor.
I love learning things
knowledge is power
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From: Louisville KY
I recommend getting a spark plug thred repairt kit as the tap is the same as the o2 sensors thread grab a can of some cutting oil. Go slow turning the tap in and back out this will give you the best cut and will and will work out the metal shavings.
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From: Honah Lee
????
You might want to check here. Usually the tap is a oversize one for the screw in insert which is the 18MM x 1.5. I have see one with the smaller tap in front of the larger one to start it and I assume this is what you are refering to.
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From: Springtown,Tx.
I want to thank everyone for your help!!
I went to the Harley Stealership today and they said to go get a Spark Plug Thread Chaser, so i did and it worked great!
I was concerned because i flattened out the third thread on the O2 sensor trying to get it in the first time.
All worked out fine and I got the pipes on, in fact the rear pipe went on considerably easier than the first.
I replaced the exhaust gaskets while I had the pipes off to be sure i wouldnt be re-doing the job anytime soon.
Man those things fit in crazy tight.
I used a tiny amount of PB Blaster on the outter edge of the gasket and it went into the cylinder head easy.
I fired up the bike and WOW what a difference!
The reason I wanted louder pipes is to keep people out of my lane, or at least give me a little bit better audibility.
I took the bike on a small jaunt and as figured the pipes are backfiring a little on decel....I kind of thought they might.
So even though it probably wont hurt to drive it this way for a few days till my fuel pack comes in, i will probably just wait a couple days to cruise untill I get the TV3 installed on the bike.
I am sure i will be back with question on the install of the fuel pack.
But I am hoping it will be easy, at any rate I will post up a review of the TV3 when i get it on an drive it a bit.
Then I will be replacing the Air Cleaner to a stage 2 K&N type from a company that does custom work in Virginia.
Thanks again for the help, I really appreciate it
I went to the Harley Stealership today and they said to go get a Spark Plug Thread Chaser, so i did and it worked great!
I was concerned because i flattened out the third thread on the O2 sensor trying to get it in the first time.
All worked out fine and I got the pipes on, in fact the rear pipe went on considerably easier than the first.
I replaced the exhaust gaskets while I had the pipes off to be sure i wouldnt be re-doing the job anytime soon.
Man those things fit in crazy tight.
I used a tiny amount of PB Blaster on the outter edge of the gasket and it went into the cylinder head easy.
I fired up the bike and WOW what a difference!
The reason I wanted louder pipes is to keep people out of my lane, or at least give me a little bit better audibility.
I took the bike on a small jaunt and as figured the pipes are backfiring a little on decel....I kind of thought they might.
So even though it probably wont hurt to drive it this way for a few days till my fuel pack comes in, i will probably just wait a couple days to cruise untill I get the TV3 installed on the bike.
I am sure i will be back with question on the install of the fuel pack.
But I am hoping it will be easy, at any rate I will post up a review of the TV3 when i get it on an drive it a bit.
Then I will be replacing the Air Cleaner to a stage 2 K&N type from a company that does custom work in Virginia.
Thanks again for the help, I really appreciate it
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