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Old 05-10-2014, 07:41 PM
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Recently installed S&S SPO mufflers on Rush True Dual head pipes. After a couple hundred miles I noticed the right muffler was loose. Clamp was tight but muffler would move back and forth. Loosened the clamp, moved it a little and was able to tighten it up. Couple hundred miles later and muffler is a little loose again. Suggestions? New clamp? Thanks.
 
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It's recommended that you use a new clamp ( although many get away without it ) when installing new mufflers. I had a similar situation on my 2009 FLHTCU. Be sure to "fully engage" the muffler on the head pipe, and a block of wood and a gently love tap on the end of the muffler to ensure that it is all the was=y will help.
 
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