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Old Sep 26, 2022 | 06:55 PM
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I have a 2008 Ultra Classic and I was attempting to change the brake fluid because my two year period is up and I checked the fluid with a tester that said it was time. I've done this routine many times, but for some reason I could not get the 10MM wrench to fit on the nut. I tried a 9MM, but still would not fit. It was hot and I had sweat pouring down my face so I put up my tools and said I would try it another day. My question is, what was I doing wrong?
 
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Old Sep 26, 2022 | 07:32 PM
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What nut?
 
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Old Sep 26, 2022 | 07:38 PM
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If it's the Bleeder Nut, I use a 3/8"......
 
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Old Sep 26, 2022 | 08:36 PM
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If it's the Bleeder Nut, I use a 3/8"......
Find a ring that fits well.. you dont loctite do you? If its hard there is an issue dont want to strip the sucker.
 
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10mm = 0.3937"
9mm = 0.3543"
3/8 = 0.375...just right.
 
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Originally Posted by askari1
Find a ring that fits well.. you dont loctite do you? If its hard there is an issue dont want to strip the sucker.
Of course I don't loctite a bleeder! I never said I was the one with the issue, it's the OP that can't find the right wrench, lol!
 
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