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Apr 14, 2010 | 12:52 PM

rkoivisto

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25K service

Just did my 25K service except for the fuel filter. Didn't know that was required till after I got done. I'm going to Orlando from Ark in June, so I guess it would be good to change the filter, but the book says an "upper plate removal tool" is needed. The part number the book gave me was no good, but the local HD mechanic said it was about $180.

I'm just wondering what the best option is to get the filter changed out. 180 bucks seems a little steep to me.

Apr 14, 2010 | 01:42 PM

dawg

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You don't need the tool to remove the cam on the 08 tank. If you insist on buying one, JIM's makes/sells them. HERE's one for $130ish. You can use a blunt object and tab a few of the tabs to work off the cam. Very easy swap.

Apr 14, 2010 | 02:06 PM

rkoivisto

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thanks Dawg

I was hoping you'd say that.

Apr 14, 2010 | 03:33 PM

hog-doc

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Just make sure that blunt object is brass or aluminum and NOT steel. Sparks and gas fumes dont get along to well!

Apr 14, 2010 | 03:38 PM

1uglybob

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i had my filter replaced at 30,000 miles and it was clean as a whistle

Apr 14, 2010 | 05:22 PM

Uncle Scrooge

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Removed the petcock twice to clean my carbed Dyna's fuel filter screen. Didn't find a speck either time. I've decided I'm going to push for at least 50k before I mess with that fuel cartridge. 37k so far and no trouble.