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Old 04-05-2012, 01:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Maury
also, if you have the L shaped allen wrench, try slipping a box end wrench on it for leverage
Or a length of pipe over the end. I would also take a center punch and strike the inside of the allen bolt to shock it and break the bond. Similar affect as an impact driver.
 
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Old 04-05-2012, 01:28 PM
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Originally Posted by baust55
the bolt head takes a large Allen . i just have a big key no socket .
If you're doing any of your own wrenching on a Harley, you really need to buy a set of allen head sockets. Even a cheap set will get you by, with a socket and 3/8" ratchet you would probably be able to break that bolt. Almost impossible with a hand key wrench.
 

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Old 04-05-2012, 01:31 PM
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ya i better buy a set of allen sockets hummm.. Harbor Freight.


MUARY my bike does have two positions for the front and rear floorboard bolts .

i moved them both up on the right side . now working on the left side .

lots of good suggestions so far.
 

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Originally Posted by baust55
the bolt head takes a large Allen . i just have a big key no socket .
i was going to see if i could find a CHEATER pipe maybe 12" to fit over the key.


What is a "PB blaster"....?
Just go and get the propped socket. Buy just the one you need and it will only cost a couple of bucks. That way you do not have to MacGyver a fix. Also as said before PB boaster is much better than WD-40. Buy some when you get the socket.
 
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Allen sockets are a "must have" with a Harley!!
 
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Originally Posted by baust55
ya i better buy a set of allen sockets hummm.. Harbor Freight.
Try to find a 1/2 drive one. It will be stronger especially if it is impact rated.
 
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Originally Posted by baust55
ya i better buy a set of allen sockets hummm.. Harbor Freight.

I got a set of hex sockets from Lowes when I put my Harley Goodies footboard extensions on. My Allen set wasn't cutting it. Especially the left side..... Even the BFH wasn't helping.
 
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Try Kroil penetrating oil-one of the best. Use a socket and Sears sells a hand impact you hit with a hammer.
 
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Not sure if i can get a socket or a impact driver on the bolt as it is in a very tight spot on the inside of the frame . i will take a few measurments before i go tool shopping.
 
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Originally Posted by baust55
Not sure if i can get a socket or a impact driver on the bolt as it is in a very tight spot on the inside of the frame . i will take a few measurments before i go tool shopping.
Just pick up a universal swivel with the sockets. It will get you on to the bolt at a bit of an angle which will be what you need.
 


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