Chrome forks replacement questions
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Chrome forks replacement questions
Looking to put chrome lowers and cans on my 09 Ultra. Read through the Service manual several times and did a search here to pick up some tips. Got some questions though.
As to the fork oil, does it simply just empty by taking out the small screw at the bottom of each fork and do you really need that fancy dancy tool to measure the level of the fluid when filling it up or can you just measure out the amount needed and pour it in through the top bolt.
Is it correct that you don't really need to take the forks out of the triple trees to do this change over.
Can the recessed bolt at the very bottom of the sliders be removed without a impact wrench?
Anyone buy these chrome lowers from anywhere other the HD dealers?
Any tips from you guys are really welcome.
As to the fork oil, does it simply just empty by taking out the small screw at the bottom of each fork and do you really need that fancy dancy tool to measure the level of the fluid when filling it up or can you just measure out the amount needed and pour it in through the top bolt.
Is it correct that you don't really need to take the forks out of the triple trees to do this change over.
Can the recessed bolt at the very bottom of the sliders be removed without a impact wrench?
Anyone buy these chrome lowers from anywhere other the HD dealers?
Any tips from you guys are really welcome.
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As to the fork oil, does it simply just empty by taking out the small screw at the bottom of each fork and do you really need that fancy dancy tool to measure the level of the fluid when filling it up or can you just measure out the amount needed and pour it in through the top bolt.
Is it correct that you don't really need to take the forks out of the triple trees to do this change over.
Can the recessed bolt at the very bottom of the sliders be removed without a impact wrench?
Anyone buy these chrome lowers from anywhere other the HD dealers?
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Looking to put chrome lowers and cans on my 09 Ultra. Read through the Service manual several times and did a search here to pick up some tips. Got some questions though.
As to the fork oil, does it simply just empty by taking out the small screw at the bottom of each fork and do you really need that fancy dancy tool to measure the level of the fluid when filling it up or can you just measure out the amount needed and pour it in through the top bolt.
As to the fork oil, does it simply just empty by taking out the small screw at the bottom of each fork and do you really need that fancy dancy tool to measure the level of the fluid when filling it up or can you just measure out the amount needed and pour it in through the top bolt.
Just take your time and follow the steps. Good luck.
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Cartridge? On an '09?
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i found that the most difficult part was removing the screw from bottom of fork..
I had to drill the head off the allen bolt because it would not move on one side and then once slider was removed it was easy to take allen of with some channel lock pliers..
I have read that if allen bolts are difficult or better yet to just make it easier : to remove entire legs and place multi-folded towel on garage floor then spray PB blaster on each allen bolt then place leg upside down on towel and have someone very firmly pull down on SLIDER to remove pressure on that dam allen bolt before attemp to remove.....your allen must be the kind in a socket..6mm ?..just cut the "L" off of one and place into a 6mm socket.
I had to drill the head off the allen bolt because it would not move on one side and then once slider was removed it was easy to take allen of with some channel lock pliers..
I have read that if allen bolts are difficult or better yet to just make it easier : to remove entire legs and place multi-folded towel on garage floor then spray PB blaster on each allen bolt then place leg upside down on towel and have someone very firmly pull down on SLIDER to remove pressure on that dam allen bolt before attemp to remove.....your allen must be the kind in a socket..6mm ?..just cut the "L" off of one and place into a 6mm socket.
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you can order the sliders thru a harley internet store..just need part numbers and save 20% and no tax.
do not forget:
fork seals
allen bolts/washer for bottom
may wish to change phillips style drain screws on sides if your model has them to allen style.
do not forget:
fork seals
allen bolts/washer for bottom
may wish to change phillips style drain screws on sides if your model has them to allen style.
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I don't have an 09 service manual, just an 03, and my bike had the cartridge. If there are just the springs/damper then it's easier. Was just assuming the 09's still had the cartridge, and you know what happens when you assume........
Just finished mine yesterday, along with a bunch of other work.
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Just finished mine yesterday, along with a bunch of other work.
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I don't have an 09 service manual, just an 03, and my bike had the cartridge. If there are just the springs/damper then it's easier. Was just assuming the 09's still had the cartridge, and you know what happens when you assume........
Just finished mine yesterday, along with a bunch of other work.
During:
After:
Just finished mine yesterday, along with a bunch of other work.
During:
After:
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