Engine Stabilizer Link Installation Question
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Engine Stabilizer Link Installation Question
I'm trying to track down a few new rattles on the 2011 Ultra and thought I'd start with the front engine stabilizer link (HD #16219-09). I removed the original OEM engine stabilizer link (239,000 miles) and noticed that the heim joints on the link moved around very easily. I picked up a chrome engine stabilizer link (HD #16213-10) from the local HD dealer. The heim joints on the new chrome piece were very difficult to move by hand.
Anyways, I'm having difficulty installing this part. I do not want to cross thread the bolt. How do I align the engine to properly install this part? Do I just install one end and use something like a crow-bar to move the engine enough so that I can install the second bolt on the stabilizer link? Any help or ideas is greatly appreciated. The HD factory service manual wasn't of any help.
Anyways, I'm having difficulty installing this part. I do not want to cross thread the bolt. How do I align the engine to properly install this part? Do I just install one end and use something like a crow-bar to move the engine enough so that I can install the second bolt on the stabilizer link? Any help or ideas is greatly appreciated. The HD factory service manual wasn't of any help.
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From: poway
I would but add padding to keep from scratching anything.. I'd also do it with the bike upright and the rear tire off the ground.
Last edited by Max Headflow; Sep 14, 2024 at 04:07 PM. Reason: upright
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I ended up using the rubber handle end of an old Craftsman curved steel claw hammer. Worked like a champ! I initially tried to push the engine with my hands while trying to install the bolt. That was futile.
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From: backwoods
Not sure what is on that year, I got the old style. My buddy, and indie too a micrometer and set mine up same as the old ones for me.I got about 3k on both bikes since he did that. So far so good.
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