TANK CONSOLE REMOVAL
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TANK CONSOLE REMOVAL
I have a 2004 RKC and I am trying to remove the center console on the tank. The bolt/stud that the acorn nut ( nut above ignition switch )is screwd on to is stripped in its slot so I cant free the nut in order to remove the console. Any suggestion s on removing this besides using a cutoff wheel on the nut??thanks
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RE: TANK CONSOLE REMOVAL
Right.Can't break the nut loose from the stud due to the stud has let loose and is just spinning in its slot. The dealer ship told me that if I removed the aft tank bolt I should be able to just push the console forward and the stud should slide out of its slot. but no luck yet on that. I was just trying to install a H.D tank bag.
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RE: TANK CONSOLE REMOVAL
I think your best option is what the dealer suggested, take the bottom bolt out and try pushing the console forward. the stud should slip off the top plate. just be careful because there are wires inside the console that only have so much play. you said this isn't working. why not? a nut splitter might work. as far as what your going to have to replace, you need to see what the problem is first. the stud is simply held in place against the top plate by tightening the acorn nut. it's a pretty simple setup and my guess is it somehow got dislodged and is now spinning free.
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