Installing a new clutch?
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Installing a new clutch?
I'm thinking about beef'n up the OEM clutch to either Barnett clutch plates or Kevlar Friction plates. How difficult of a job is this? And what "special" tools are required? There's nothing wrong with the clutch now, just thought I might want a stronger clutch for pulling the new trailer.
Last edited by kjelders; Feb 23, 2011 at 10:06 AM.
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I would suggest you purchase a HD Manual before doing "ANY" work on your ride. I paid $55. I'm not sure about your year. I have a 2011 & no special tools needed to just replaced clutch plates/ect. But again, make it easy on yourself & get that manual. I'm sure someone else can give you more info. Good luck.
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Take a look at the AIM VPC. It's a clutch "hat" and has a very light pull, two fingers, but will hold. It retains the stock clutch.
http://www.aim-tamachi.com/home.php?cat=3
http://www.aim-tamachi.com/home.php?cat=3
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Take a look at the AIM VPC. It's a clutch "hat" and has a very light pull, two fingers, but will hold. It retains the stock clutch.
http://www.aim-tamachi.com/home.php?cat=3
http://www.aim-tamachi.com/home.php?cat=3
Are you using the AIM VPC?
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Yes, the 83T (discontinued) on my 95" FXSTD and the 92T on my 107" FLHT. Some will tell you that it won't bite off idle but I can light the rear tire up on both bikes off idle with the VPC. I don't think you would need the SE spring with a VPC but it might not be a bad idea with the trailer (that's a lot of trailer). Either way, the lever pull will be lighter than stock.
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The trailer body is all aluminum, total dry weight is 190lbs. All my camping gear loaded, total weight 300lbs. Did you go Stage 1 or Stage 2 VP Performance Kit?
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Actually, when I bought my first one, the units were not classified as Stage I, 2, etc. There was a 70T, 83T, 92T and one more IIRC. The only difference in the Stages is the spring; the VP92 is common to all stages. Stage I = 280#/120TQ, Stage 2 = 340"/140TQ, Stage 3 = 380#/153TQ and Stage 4 = 480#/182TQ. The spring rating will help with the bite off idle, once the clutch is spinning the counter weights take over. I would think Stage I would be adequate for your application; for sure Stage 2 would get the job done.