IDS Rear Pulley - Questions
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My first IDS had 81,000 on it and the bearing was just fine, as well as the rubbers. It, the belt, and front pulley were replaced under warranty. The replacement now has 63,000 and when I changed the rear tire the other day I checked the bearing and it is just fine also. I think the problems were just with some of the initial batches, and due to the way the bearings were installed?? Not sure.
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I have 46,000 miles on my stock '08 IDS. I just did my 3rd tire change and everything looked like new. That said, after having a front wheel bearing come apart at 70 mph, I think I'll replace the rear bearings at the next tire change.
You know, if it's not broke, fix it until it is.
You know, if it's not broke, fix it until it is.
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My first IDS had 81,000 on it and the bearing was just fine, as well as the rubbers. It, the belt, and front pulley were replaced under warranty. The replacement now has 63,000 and when I changed the rear tire the other day I checked the bearing and it is just fine also. I think the problems were just with some of the initial batches, and due to the way the bearings were installed?? Not sure.
You must've only stopped long enough for them to change the last bearing!
Damn!
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Procedure
1. Support the vehicle in an upright position in neutral, and in a fashion that will not allow the rear wheel to rotate. Do not lift the wheels off the ground.
2. Remove left saddlebag.
3. See Figure 1. Hang a weighted string (1) on the left axle spacer as close as possible to, but not touching, the rear sprocket.
NOTE: A piece of masking tape on the face of the sprocket will protect the finish.
4. Place a piece of masking tape on the face of the sprocket where the marks will be drawn.
NOTE: Do not allow the rear wheel to rotate when rotating the sprocket. A false measurement will occur.
5. Rotate the rear sprocket by hand in one direction until it stops. Hold in place.
6. While holding the sprocket, carefully mark the masking tape along the edge of the sprocket in line with the string.
7. Rotate the rear sprocket in the opposite direction until it stops and again hold it in place.
8. Make a second mark in line with the string.
9. Measure the distance (2) between the marks along the edge of the sprocket. If the measurement exceeds 0.400 in (10.2 mm), the rubber isolator must be replaced. See the service manual for replacement procedures.
Components can be visually inspected when disassembled. Excessive play in the compensator components are caused by deteriorated, crumbling, or flaking of the rubber segments. Wear on the raised "nubs" or small amounts of rubber debris are normal and do not indicate a worn out isolator.
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I have 46,000 miles on my stock '08 IDS. I just did my 3rd tire change and everything looked like new. That said, after having a front wheel bearing come apart at 70 mph, I think I'll replace the rear bearings at the next tire change.
You know, if it's not broke, fix it until it is.
You know, if it's not broke, fix it until it is.
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From: General Sherman's Christmas Location 1864
4 yrs on mine and no problems,
Probably next tire change I will replace the rubber cushions..
They have little "ridges" That are showing wear.
I have put all purpose grease on them..just a slght coat and that has worked great..
It keeps then soft and "movable" and no dust/grime buildup
One of the best mods I did early
Probably next tire change I will replace the rubber cushions..
They have little "ridges" That are showing wear.
I have put all purpose grease on them..just a slght coat and that has worked great..
It keeps then soft and "movable" and no dust/grime buildup
One of the best mods I did early
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