Anti-seize question
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Anti-seize question
Stupid question I think but, would adding anti-seize to the muffler so I can remove it for tire change a bad idea. Can't see any problems but, had one seize up none couldn't remove it form head pipe and that sucked. Thanks
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I used anti-seize when I installed my Jackpot mufflers - not only on the pipes, but also on the inside of the clamps. It's a good idea, IMHO.
Whenever you have adjoining metal surfaces, there is always the possibility of a difficult removal.
If you've never done it before, it's a little scary the first time or two that you fire it up - you'll get smoke from the excess anti-seize burning off. After that, it's smooth sailing.
Do it, and save yourself some aggravation down the road...
Whenever you have adjoining metal surfaces, there is always the possibility of a difficult removal.
If you've never done it before, it's a little scary the first time or two that you fire it up - you'll get smoke from the excess anti-seize burning off. After that, it's smooth sailing.
Do it, and save yourself some aggravation down the road...
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Hey, Tucci, I think the OP might be talking about the head pipe outlets, where the mufflers slide in, although I've used it on exhaust flange bolts when I replaced the stock exhaust system on my Yammy Road Star.
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my mufflers stay on for a tire change.
it is just quicker to disconnect the shocks and move the swingarm up or down so you can get on the axle, assuming you can't get at the axle once the saddlebags are removed
Mike
it is just quicker to disconnect the shocks and move the swingarm up or down so you can get on the axle, assuming you can't get at the axle once the saddlebags are removed
Mike
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Anti Seize and or PB blaster... I like anti sieze but I am always careful where I use it. I use it on the muffler, axle and plugs.
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This thread was worth reading just for that tip! Thanks for posting!
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thanks guys antisieze it is. using on the head flange bolts to. good advice. my swing arm doesnt drop below the muffler, so setting tq is a bitch. so i figure drop the left muffler and set it right. use AS so removal next time is easy.