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Old Apr 2, 2007 | 10:42 PM
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Default What size socket

do I need to loosen the locknut on the clutch adjuster screw? Does "lightly seated" mean stop when you can feel it?
 
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Old Apr 3, 2007 | 10:36 AM
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Default RE: What size socket

That locknut is like a 3/4 if I remember correctly. It is not very big, just find the socket that fits it.

At this point, the clutch cable should be loosened completely. Before adjusting the locknut, make sure that splitring is installed. Adjust the locknut, until you can see anything in the clutchpack move. Then adjust the clutch cable until it has the right feel.

If more adjustment is needed and the cable will not allow it. Go back to the locknut and adjust a little more. Then go back to the cable and adjust.

It really is not that difficult to do. The manual makes it sound more difficult that it actually is. Just go back and fourth until it is adjusted right.
 
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Old Apr 3, 2007 | 03:19 PM
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Thanks EVO.
I'll give it a shot.
 
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Old Apr 3, 2007 | 09:28 PM
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The nut is 9/16. The hex is 1/2" Just very snug will work. Carefull not to ding your finder when the nut breaks loose.

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