clutch
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RE: clutch
I installed the kit in my 05 softail deluxe and its very easy. The difference is amazing, no more hand cramps.
I took off the primary cover and with it off adjusted the primary chain. Much easier with the cover off as opposed to trying to do it through the inspection cover. You will need a torque wrench with IN LBs Scale, not FT LBS. I made that mistake and had to replace a couple of screws in my clutch.
Use new gaskets and have the manual handy, its very detailed about how to tighten the various screws to prevent oil leaks. You only remove the clutch retainer plate to replace the spring so its very easy job to complete. The tranny side you have to remove the cover also so if you have aftermarket pipes that mount to your lower frame rail you will have to remove your pipes.
I was installing V&H Big Shot Staggered Pipes, SEAC and V&H Fuelpak and the clutch at the same time so it was easy.
Make sure you remove the two screws in the primary inspection plate that hold on the primary cover before trying to pull the cover off. Some folks don't realize they are holding the Primary cover and they can't figure out why it won't come off. Make sure the two little gaskets on the back of the cover under those two screws stays on the cover when you reinstall the primary cover. I did not find it necessary to replace them. You will see a reference to them in the manual.
Its a fun project and will help you have a better understanding of how your machine works. It takes a little time and I streched it out into day two since I was doing other stuff also. Good Luck!
Good time to change all the fluids, including oil filter and engine oil, in my opinion. Don't forget to put all the plugs back in and replace the o-rings on the plugs if they are damaged.
I took off the primary cover and with it off adjusted the primary chain. Much easier with the cover off as opposed to trying to do it through the inspection cover. You will need a torque wrench with IN LBs Scale, not FT LBS. I made that mistake and had to replace a couple of screws in my clutch.
Use new gaskets and have the manual handy, its very detailed about how to tighten the various screws to prevent oil leaks. You only remove the clutch retainer plate to replace the spring so its very easy job to complete. The tranny side you have to remove the cover also so if you have aftermarket pipes that mount to your lower frame rail you will have to remove your pipes.
I was installing V&H Big Shot Staggered Pipes, SEAC and V&H Fuelpak and the clutch at the same time so it was easy.
Make sure you remove the two screws in the primary inspection plate that hold on the primary cover before trying to pull the cover off. Some folks don't realize they are holding the Primary cover and they can't figure out why it won't come off. Make sure the two little gaskets on the back of the cover under those two screws stays on the cover when you reinstall the primary cover. I did not find it necessary to replace them. You will see a reference to them in the manual.
Its a fun project and will help you have a better understanding of how your machine works. It takes a little time and I streched it out into day two since I was doing other stuff also. Good Luck!
Good time to change all the fluids, including oil filter and engine oil, in my opinion. Don't forget to put all the plugs back in and replace the o-rings on the plugs if they are damaged.
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RE: clutch
I did mine, very easy. I did not mess with the clutch adjusyment before removing the cover like I believe it said to. I also installed the auto primary chain adjuster as well since I took the primary cover off to install a chrome one. Thank god I installed the reduced effort kit when I did. I got stuck in stop/crawling traffic that weekend. What a huge difference.
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RE: clutch
Hey NiteTrain, keep us informed on how you make out.
I recently rented a 2006 Dyna Wide Glide for a weekend and the E-Z Clutch comes stock. I'd have to say it was pretty sweet. The dealership wants big bucks for this installation.
I figure between my H-D manual and the installation instructions It can't be that difficult.
Good luck!
I recently rented a 2006 Dyna Wide Glide for a weekend and the E-Z Clutch comes stock. I'd have to say it was pretty sweet. The dealership wants big bucks for this installation.
I figure between my H-D manual and the installation instructions It can't be that difficult.
Good luck!
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RE: clutch
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Hey NiteTrain, keep us informed on how you make out.
I recently rented a 2006 Dyna Wide Glide for a weekend and the E-Z Clutch comes stock. I'd have to say it was pretty sweet. The dealership wants big bucks for this installation.
I figure between my H-D manual and the installation instructions It can't be that difficult.
Good luck!
Hey NiteTrain, keep us informed on how you make out.
I recently rented a 2006 Dyna Wide Glide for a weekend and the E-Z Clutch comes stock. I'd have to say it was pretty sweet. The dealership wants big bucks for this installation.
I figure between my H-D manual and the installation instructions It can't be that difficult.
Good luck!
Just wanted to say a quick thanks...back during my decision making process,your to the point objective comments about the Nightrain were helpful in making my decision,that's right,still bought one anyway !
And I phoqueing love it !!!
Seriously thanks Alien...