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Old 08-17-2016 | 06:50 AM
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Mick, did you you adjust the torque on the drain plug too?
 
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Old 08-17-2016 | 06:51 AM
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Morning Mark and Al.


I need to change the oil in Ol' Blue before I ride her a whole lot more. Getting close to 5K on the last change (just before heading out to WS16) at this point.
 
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Old 08-17-2016 | 06:52 AM
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Originally Posted by PapaThiele
Mick, did you you adjust the torque on the drain plug too?
As a matter of fact I did. I heard a rumor that two additional pounds of torque will increase horse power and fuel mileage. Can't wait to verify the results.
 
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Old 08-17-2016 | 06:52 AM
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What brand did you go with, Mick?
 
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Old 08-17-2016 | 06:55 AM
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Originally Posted by OKMICK
Mornin, Al. Since I went synthetic on my recent oil change I will be re-calibrating my gas cap this morning prior to kubbing.
'Mornin', back at you guys.

Mick,I changed to synthetic last time,too. Didn't know I had to recalibrate the gas cap! ....Does Harley sell the tool or does the dealer have to do it?
 
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Old 08-17-2016 | 06:57 AM
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Synthetic will also make your seat more comfortable and reduce muscle fatigue on long rides
 
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Old 08-17-2016 | 07:00 AM
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Originally Posted by PapaThiele
Synthetic will also make your seat more comfortable and reduce muscle fatigue on long rides
I did notice a 10hp increase, 5 mpg more and 50* cooler temps. Might have to try shampooing with it.... is that what Stan uses?
 
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Old 08-17-2016 | 07:01 AM
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What brand did you go with, Mick?
Lucas

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'Mornin', back at you guys.

Mick,I changed to synthetic last time,too. Didn't know I had to recalibrate the gas cap! ....Does Harley sell the tool or does the dealer have to do it?
Independent shop is recommended for such a highly technical adjustment.
 
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Old 08-17-2016 | 07:02 AM
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I did notice a 10hp increase, 5 mpg more and 50* cooler temps. Might have to try shampooing with it.... is that what Stan uses?
That must be his secret.
 
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Old 08-17-2016 | 07:03 AM
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Originally Posted by OKMICK
Lucas



Independent shop is recommended for such a highly technical adjustment.
Lucas??? OMG, there goes the warranty!
 


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