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Old Aug 15, 2021 | 08:01 AM
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I’m on the road and my muffler needs adjusted. The right muffler. I think the hanger bolts are 1/2” but pretty sure the BIG exhaust clamp is metric. Anybody know for sure if that’s a 15mm or what it is?
 
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Old Aug 15, 2021 | 08:04 AM
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a 13 MM wrench can be used instead of a 1/2".
 
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Old Aug 15, 2021 | 08:07 AM
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a 13 MM wrench can be used instead of a 1/2".
I’m more interested in the clamp.
 
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Old Aug 15, 2021 | 08:10 AM
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In the absence of an actual spanner or socket that definitely fits I would in an emergency situation go with an adjustable wrench.

 
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Old Aug 15, 2021 | 08:20 AM
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I’ve used 9/16ths and 5/8ths on the clamps depending on which one. Never had to use a metric wrench on them.
 
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Old Aug 15, 2021 | 08:32 AM
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9/16ths
 
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Originally Posted by FNGonaRK
I’ve used 9/16ths and 5/8ths on the clamps depending on which one. Never had to use a metric wrench on them.
the kit that came with my 06 electraglide has 4 things that act like sockets. None fit.


 

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Yeah, I would try a tool with a clearly marked size, and made in the USA written on it and you should be good to go.
 
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Originally Posted by Hoginedgewood
the kit that came with my 06 electraglide has 4 things that act like sockets. None fit.

Good idea to add a few tools to your kit, wrenches, zip ties, fuses, etc.
 
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Originally Posted by dawg
Good idea to add a few tools to your kit, wrenches, zip ties, fuses, etc.
yeah I got stuff, that socket in the picture is a HD supplied setup. Now I added a 15mm wrench to the collection. Sae sockets wouldn't fit.

 
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