36mm socket for rear axle nuts - deep or standard depth impact socket??
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You might want to read through this thread. It's been discussed in the past.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...r-adaptor.html
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...l#post14061382
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...r-adaptor.html
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...l#post14061382
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This device from Jim's works pretty slick to lock the left side while you torque the nut.
https://www.amazon.com/JimS-Machinin...NZRF29PNTR1H8T
https://www.amazon.com/JimS-Machinin...NZRF29PNTR1H8T
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Tourer
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Hey all -
Thanks for the replies and suggestions.
I'm liking the 36 mm sockets for use with my breaker bar and torque wrench, but I also like the the OTC 4882 tool...the latter might come in handy for quick belt tension adjustments.
Thanks and regards
Thanks for the replies and suggestions.
I'm liking the 36 mm sockets for use with my breaker bar and torque wrench, but I also like the the OTC 4882 tool...the latter might come in handy for quick belt tension adjustments.
Thanks and regards
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This device from Jim's works pretty slick to lock the left side while you torque the nut.
https://www.amazon.com/JimS-Machinin...NZRF29PNTR1H8T
https://www.amazon.com/JimS-Machinin...NZRF29PNTR1H8T
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From: poway
I don't understand why the Jims tool is so hot.. It takes time to install. If not careful it can allow the axle snail to back off a little.. You have to remember to remove it.. I've known guys to leave them on the bike..
For me a simple 36mm wrench is good.. My preference is a 1 7/16 x 1 1/2 double box end Crapman wrench.. (Technically 1 7/16 is about 36.5mm but the wrench still works) You can use it as is but it grabs a little better if the end is straightened a little and some of the bevel removed.. I use the HD tool with a breaker bar for the other side.. The trick is to push the wheel forward then snug the nut so the axle/swing arm/ wheel are snug and the belt is loose.. Simply turn the axle until the belt tension is right then while holding the wrench, tighten the with a wrench on the other side.. I use the HD special tool with a breaker on the other side.. You basically lift on the breaker bar while pushing on the wrench. This keeps the axle from backing off and / or moving.. You're done.
Nice thing about the double box end is that a couple bends on the wrench with a torch and the 1 1/2 works well for the batwing steering stem nut. You don't have to pull the radio to set fall away..
For me a simple 36mm wrench is good.. My preference is a 1 7/16 x 1 1/2 double box end Crapman wrench.. (Technically 1 7/16 is about 36.5mm but the wrench still works) You can use it as is but it grabs a little better if the end is straightened a little and some of the bevel removed.. I use the HD tool with a breaker bar for the other side.. The trick is to push the wheel forward then snug the nut so the axle/swing arm/ wheel are snug and the belt is loose.. Simply turn the axle until the belt tension is right then while holding the wrench, tighten the with a wrench on the other side.. I use the HD special tool with a breaker on the other side.. You basically lift on the breaker bar while pushing on the wrench. This keeps the axle from backing off and / or moving.. You're done.
Nice thing about the double box end is that a couple bends on the wrench with a torch and the 1 1/2 works well for the batwing steering stem nut. You don't have to pull the radio to set fall away..
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the jim's tool allows you to dial the adjustment right in. couldn't be any easier. it will hold the axle in place while you tighten the other side. if people are leaving the tool on there i would tell them to put down the beer while working on the bike. 
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From: poway
Whatever works for you.. I'm happy with the way I do it and don't have to mess with any screws.. Overall probably faster..
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I have a second job doing this kind of maintenance and have never used a specialty tool. Just a 36mm wrench.
Tighten the axle nut a little until it bites, tighten the belt to spec on the other side, then fully tighten the axle nut slowly. Axle never turns.
Not knocking the jims tool, just stating that I've never found it necessary.
Tighten the axle nut a little until it bites, tighten the belt to spec on the other side, then fully tighten the axle nut slowly. Axle never turns.
Not knocking the jims tool, just stating that I've never found it necessary.
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This is a must if youre alone when doing the adjustment. I got tired of the left side loosening up when trying to set wheel bearing preload and belt adjustment at the same time.
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Do you put a dab of anti-seize on the face of the Nut, so it wont bite into the adjuster and rotate the axle?
Last edited by sixguns; Oct 21, 2016 at 07:16 PM.