Passing Lamp Adjustment

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Oct 20, 2008 | 07:09 AM

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zoood

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Originally Posted by roxnatwist

I installed the bullet front turn signals on my RKC. Being new to wrenching my own bike, I didn't realize I didn't have the right tools until it was too late. Whether you make one or buy one, the notched socket is a must. I got my passing lamps so screwed up in the process, I ended up running over to the dealer to have them unscrew my scew up. I watched the guy use a screwdriver with a flexible shaft and interchangeable tips to loosen the screws you're talking about. Worked like a charm and seemed to be much easier than a ball-tipped allen wrench.

I went and put the slit in a deep socket. Worked like a charm. I did the ball-tipped allen wrench again. For future work in this area, a screwdriver with a flexible shaft and interchangeable tips is what I'll get.

thanks for everyones input.
RJ

Oct 20, 2008 | 07:27 AM

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SG 1

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From: Monroe, Louisiana

Instead of the socket, I cut a slot in an offset boxed end wrech. Worked for me.

Oct 20, 2008 | 03:39 PM

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glens

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Or you might have a line wrench that'll fit, already in your tool box...

Oct 22, 2008 | 06:38 PM

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bpav16

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Thanks, I dont feel like modifying a socket...this makes it simple

Oct 22, 2008 | 06:45 PM

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SG 1

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I didn't have any line wrenches, but that's what I went shopping for, they just didn't have enough offset.

May 2, 2015 | 10:04 PM

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Frank Dukes

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i realize this thread is old as dirt.. but it did me a great service today. awesome. 3 dollar socket and my grinder. done deal.

May 2, 2015 | 11:41 PM

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giacomo56

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From: Ft Myers FL

Here you go.....
It's a 9/16th...socket.

I prefer hand break side toward the gutter....but not to low.
I prefer clutch side up and out toward the oncaming traffic.
I use both lights for people to see me and that people know that i am there and i am visible.

Last edited by giacomo56; May 2, 2015 at 11:47 PM.

May 3, 2015 | 04:13 AM

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LQQK_OUT

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I splurged on the Snapon socket. Purchased it years ago. If you look at the design of the Snapon socket, you will see that it does give you the ability to rotate the socket more due to the way the cut-out is shaped. Most people just cut a slot in a socket for the wire, where the Snapon socket has a very large cut-out. I'm just pointing out a difference and do realize that many people have used a home made socket to adjust their passing lamps.

Socket, Flare Nut, 9/16", 6-Point, Stock#: FRX181
http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item....roup_ID=674849