Compensator bolt lock
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Road Warrior
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Compensator bolt lock
What do you think? Good insurance or unnecessary ?
Our Compensator Bolt Lock ensures your 2007
and later* Harley's compensator bolt stays torqued!
Highly recommended for high performance motors.
The Comp Bolt Lock Kit includes lock plate and two socket
head capscrews. For SE comp kit p/n 40724-08A it also includes
two spacers for the socket head screws (not shown). You are
requided to drill and tap two holes in your retainer (p/n 37810-08B).
Or send it to us and we will drill and tap for you for an add'l $10.
For stock comps and SE Comp kit p/n 40274-08 we offer a
pre-drilled and tapped retainer (p/n 37810-08A) for an add'l $10,
or you may drill and tap your own. kit p/n LP08K only $39.00
http://www.automotivemachine.com/ind...emid=53#clbolt
Our Compensator Bolt Lock ensures your 2007
and later* Harley's compensator bolt stays torqued!
Highly recommended for high performance motors.
The Comp Bolt Lock Kit includes lock plate and two socket
head capscrews. For SE comp kit p/n 40724-08A it also includes
two spacers for the socket head screws (not shown). You are
requided to drill and tap two holes in your retainer (p/n 37810-08B).
Or send it to us and we will drill and tap for you for an add'l $10.
For stock comps and SE Comp kit p/n 40274-08 we offer a
pre-drilled and tapped retainer (p/n 37810-08A) for an add'l $10,
or you may drill and tap your own. kit p/n LP08K only $39.00
http://www.automotivemachine.com/ind...emid=53#clbolt
Last edited by Sailrider 1; Jan 6, 2014 at 06:24 PM.
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Road Warrior
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I have read many times here about using red loctite on the compensator bolt. I was reading my 2007 manual today and no where in the manual does it mention putting red loctite on the bolt. Not saying it's wrong to do so and I will use red loctite but why is it not specified in the service manual or did I just miss it ?
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Road Warrior
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I have not see the newest compensator. I have the SE version on my 07 Road King. I installed it about 5 years ago strictly as a preventative measure as I was not experiencing any issues with the stock one. I'm planning a big bore build soon and just wondering if this lock is a worthwhile addition to the big bore kit as insurance against the bolt coming loose.
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Torque properly, finishing off at 140 ft lbs and it ain't coming loose. The red locktite is recommended. This is the highest torqued fastener on your pre-2014 bike. The new torx 70 compensator bolt for the 14's get 170 ft lbs.
This locking mechanism is not very precise given the hole spacing. You will either over- torque or under torque to force the hole to line up with the screw lock holes.
IMHO, compensator bolt problems are caused by cheap torque wrenches lying to the user and people re-using old compensator bolts.
This locking mechanism is not very precise given the hole spacing. You will either over- torque or under torque to force the hole to line up with the screw lock holes.
IMHO, compensator bolt problems are caused by cheap torque wrenches lying to the user and people re-using old compensator bolts.
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Road Warrior
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Torque properly, finishing off at 140 ft lbs and it ain't coming loose. The red locktite is recommended. This is the highest torqued fastener on your pre-2014 bike. The new torx 70 compensator bolt for the 14's get 170 ft lbs.
This locking mechanism is not very precise given the hole spacing. You will either over- torque or under torque to force the hole to line up with the screw lock holes.
IMHO, compensator bolt problems are caused by cheap torque wrenches lying to the user and people re-using old compensator bolts.
This locking mechanism is not very precise given the hole spacing. You will either over- torque or under torque to force the hole to line up with the screw lock holes.
IMHO, compensator bolt problems are caused by cheap torque wrenches lying to the user and people re-using old compensator bolts.
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I have read many times here about using red loctite on the compensator bolt. I was reading my 2007 manual today and no where in the manual does it mention putting red loctite on the bolt. Not saying it's wrong to do so and I will use red loctite but why is it not specified in the service manual or did I just miss it ?
Yes, that device is overkill. No real issues with 07 up bikes loosening bolts. 06 back had nuts instead of bolts... and yes, with the nuts, there were many issues.
Wanna keep that comp alive? Buy a Compusaver instead.
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Your Service Manual states to ALWAYS use a new bolt. Guess what? That new bolt will come with a patch of locktite on it.... hence... use locktite.
Yes, that device is overkill. No real issues with 07 up bikes loosening bolts. 06 back had nuts instead of bolts... and yes, with the nuts, there were many issues.
Wanna keep that comp alive? Buy a Compusaver instead.
Yes, that device is overkill. No real issues with 07 up bikes loosening bolts. 06 back had nuts instead of bolts... and yes, with the nuts, there were many issues.
Wanna keep that comp alive? Buy a Compusaver instead.
Can you provide a link or information on the compusaver? I did a search but cannot find a link to the actual product.
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From: SC
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Your Service Manual states to ALWAYS use a new bolt. Guess what? That new bolt will come with a patch of locktite on it.... hence... use locktite.
Yes, that device is overkill. No real issues with 07 up bikes loosening bolts. 06 back had nuts instead of bolts... and yes, with the nuts, there were many issues.
Wanna keep that comp alive? Buy a Compusaver instead.
Yes, that device is overkill. No real issues with 07 up bikes loosening bolts. 06 back had nuts instead of bolts... and yes, with the nuts, there were many issues.
Wanna keep that comp alive? Buy a Compusaver instead.