2007 ROAD GLIDE EXHAUST REMOVAL
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2007 ROAD GLIDE EXHAUST REMOVAL
Guy,
How easy is it to remove the stock exhaust on a new RG? I'm contemplating doing it myself but, if its too difficult, I'll just take it to the shop. I plan on replacing the exhaust with the fullsac duals and mufflers.
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How easy is it to remove the stock exhaust on a new RG? I'm contemplating doing it myself but, if its too difficult, I'll just take it to the shop. I plan on replacing the exhaust with the fullsac duals and mufflers.
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RE: 2007 ROAD GLIDE EXHAUST REMOVAL
You can do it...
Just make sure ya got new exhaust gaskets... Always wise to replace them anytime you remove the exhaust...
Just make sure ya got new exhaust gaskets... Always wise to replace them anytime you remove the exhaust...
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RE: 2007 ROAD GLIDE EXHAUST REMOVAL
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Guy,
How easy is it to remove the stock exhaust on a new RG? I'm contemplating doing it myself but, if its too difficult, I'll just take it to the shop. I plan on replacing the exhaust with the fullsac duals and mufflers.
[IMG]local://upfiles/15884/A1474D54D568408395777DA1F7BD3C1A.jpg[/IMG]
Guy,
How easy is it to remove the stock exhaust on a new RG? I'm contemplating doing it myself but, if its too difficult, I'll just take it to the shop. I plan on replacing the exhaust with the fullsac duals and mufflers.
[IMG]local://upfiles/15884/A1474D54D568408395777DA1F7BD3C1A.jpg[/IMG]
I installed the Torred true duals kit which is exactly like the fullsac. It's not a tough job. However, I was a mechanic for 20 years intil I quit in 99 to persue other things. I also have all the tools. I believe you may need a wobbly socket to get to the exhaust flange bolts. At least t made it easier. If you get stuck, PM me and I'll try to help.
Steve L.
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RE: 2007 ROAD GLIDE EXHAUST REMOVAL
When you install the new headers, tighten both bolts as evenly as possible. I believe they get torqued at 110 inch pounds. Recheck them after 100 miles or so as they tend to loosen up. The other bolts aren't critical, but, if you over tighten the header bolts, they could snap.
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RE: 2007 ROAD GLIDE EXHAUST REMOVAL
Getting it off is easy. Now putting the stock exhaust back on is probably a challenge. I had a box with the stock exhaust from my 06 Street Glide. I was going to put it back on when I traded and sell the Fat Cat I had on there. The more I looked at the box of parts the less appealing the idea seemed.
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RE: 2007 ROAD GLIDE EXHAUST REMOVAL
I just went through this over the weekend. Take your time. Remove all of the heat sheilds first, don't take any short cuts. If youre only doing the conversion you shouldnt have to take off the right side past the back half by the rear cylinder. You may also have to remove the triangle bracket at the starter that holds/supports the exhaust cross over pipe, I found, (the hard way), it's easier to do that and put it back than to fight it trying to get around it. Like mentioned above, line up everything, get it as straight as possible...then tighten bolts. A universel swivel and half wrenches are a must. After you've lined everything up and tightend it all, start the bike and check for leaks, make adjustments then let it cool and install heat sheilds. It will take at least 5 hours. Sounds like a long time, but the dealer will charge you over $400, so you decide.