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Old 06-24-2006, 10:06 PM
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Hi all! I just purchased a 2003 Fatboy and I'm loving it. I just have one problem; I can't get the danged oil dipstick out! I've twisted, rocked and pulled until I think I'm gonna break something but the thing just won't come out. Any help, ideas or suggestions?
 
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Old 06-25-2006, 06:34 AM
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Try spraying some WD-40 on it right where the dipstick meets the tank , otherwise twist and pull HARDER !!!
 
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Old 06-25-2006, 01:21 PM
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Thanks, I'll give it a try.......
 
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It's pretty tight on my 05 Fatboy as well. WD40 works great.
 
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I did the WD-40 trick; worked like a charm!!
 
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