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Jun 15, 2009 | 06:09 AM

ddwyer

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Compression Release Install

I was driving on the interstate this weekend, and the compression release fitting on my rear cylinder decided to fly out, leaving me with a blue flame coming out the top of my cylinder. I bought the new compression release and installed, but I'm not sure I tightened it down all the way. I couldn't seem to get a deep socket over the bolt. I ended up using an open end wrench, but not sure I got it tight, as I couldn't verify the torque spec. Does anyone know if there's a special tool for this?

Jun 15, 2009 | 06:26 AM

maineultraclassic

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Thin walled 12-point 1/4" drive socket.............that's what I used on mine.

Steve

Jun 15, 2009 | 06:51 AM

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How did the threads in the head look?

Jul 13, 2009 | 08:27 PM

ddwyer

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Originally Posted by maineultraclassic

Thin walled 12-point 1/4" drive socket.............that's what I used on mine.

Steve

Steve,

Do you have a link to purchase a thin walled socket? I went to Sears over the weekend, and they didn't have any - neither did the local auto parts store or Ace Hardware.

Jul 13, 2009 | 09:45 PM

maineultraclassic

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Mine are Craftsman..........bought them at the local Sears store.

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Jul 13, 2009 | 10:44 PM

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Did you use some red Loctite?

Dont know what kind you have,but I used a 1/2" deep set socket.

Jul 14, 2009 | 07:40 PM

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Did you use some red Loctite?

Dont know what kind you have,but I used a 1/2" deep set socket.

I think I used the Blue Loctite when I did my install. The guy from the dealer said there was no trace of Loctite on the one that popped out (nice job by my dealer on the install).