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Jun 20, 2024 | 11:25 PM

#21

jasonxkeller

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From: CA

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Originally Posted by multihdrdr

Seems like you were really emphasizing that it was hard to find the 08 Rear wheels? Fwiw, 02-08 are the same exact wheel. The 08 is just using different bearings, sleeve & shim.

In addition, if you're referring a Laced Spoke wheel (not 9-spoke wagon wheel), then you could add 05-07 Sportsters to using the same wheel

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You are an absolute legend. I've been refrained from asking you directly because I've seen you addressing the same issue from various angles. I thought it was 00-08. The big issue I've found is people not knowing the pedigree of the wheels they are selling. I have the part number for the laced wheels, but many I've seen have a tire on them that covers the part number. I initially searched for a replacement hub, so I could have Buchanan's re-lace it, but I quickly realized it would end up cheaper to buy the whole wheel, especially when you add new bearings and swapping the tire.

I went as far as rolling the dice on a touring wheel I was told was from that date range, but the hub wasn't right.
Alas, I finally found a set of wire wheels from another 08 Road King that even had new tires on them. Guy only asked $300 for them!

Now I'm stuck with the task of finding another compensator basket. A Harley tech told me I could use some star washers and run the bowl with the wallowed-out holes, but I'm not sure I want to risk that. I wonder if anyone has tried welding one up and redrilling the holes? Seems that would work if you had a template for the hole spacing.

That same tech also told me the first few damaged threads weren't a big deal, as HD taps the holes in the hub about a half inch deeper than they need to be, meaning some longer M8 Bolts would secure it. Another thing I might try in a pinch, but I'm not in a pinch.

Jun 21, 2024 | 12:35 PM

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dynoking

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From: Queens NY

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Originally Posted by jasonxkeller

HD taps the holes in the hub about a half inch deeper than they need to be, meaning some longer M8 Bolts would secure it. Another thing I might try in a pinch, but I'm not in a pinch.

The holes are tapped deeper so the shoulder of the bolt gives the bolts extra support. I would not play with any wheel with damaged holes. How about contacting a wheel restoration shop for advice?

Jun 21, 2024 | 12:56 PM

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jasonxkeller

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Originally Posted by dynoking

The holes are tapped deeper so the shoulder of the bolt gives the bolts extra support. I would not play with any wheel with damaged holes. How about contacting a wheel restoration shop for advice?

Oh, I'm with you on that one. I actually found a good set of wheels off another 08 Road King. I'm gonna run those as soon as I get the bowl and hardware for this damn kush drive.

Jun 21, 2024 | 06:49 PM

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multihdrdr

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Originally Posted by jasonxkeller

... I thought it was 00-08. The big issue I've found is people not knowing the pedigree of the wheels they are selling. I have the part number for the laced wheels, but many I've seen have a tire on them that covers the part number. ...

I didn't include the 2000-01 rear wheels as they use a 3/4" axle/sleeve. They would need the center bore enlarged to use. The Part# you would see under the Tire would be for the Rim Only and Not the complete wheel assy. While it is true that a lot of "Sellers" misidentify wheels, when you become familiar with differences (often subtle), it's easier to self identify which is needed particularly for online purchases.

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Alas, I finally found a set of wire wheels from another 08 Road King that even had new tires on them. Guy only asked $300 for them!