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Oil Drain info

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by 99 Softail Custom, Apr 9, 2006.

  1. 99 Softail Custom

    99 Softail Custom New Member

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    I have a 99 Softail custom and I can't seem to locate the engine oil drain plug. I've looked under the engine and I see no plug or screws under there anywhere. The only thing I see is where the chrome oil lines run up to the oil filter from the engine. Thanks in advance for any help you can give on the subject. :confused:
    99 Softail Custom, Apr 9, 2006
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  3. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    i am not positive, but i think the softtail has a seprate oil bag under the seat.....but i think the best advise is to get a service manual.....it will help you to not pull the wrong plug and save you a ton of money and time......let alone the aggravation of screwing something up........they are not expensive and will save money.......and time:)
    chuck
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    Oil Drain

    On the right side of the bike, just behind the transmission on the inside of the frame rail you will see a oil hose that has a plug in the end. The plug should be held in the hose by a worm geared hose clamp and the other end of the plug will be secured to the frame by a bendable loop on the frame. All of this is in the shop manual and it will be the most valueable tool in your toolbox.
    VYBR8R, Apr 10, 2006
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    Thanks for the Help

    Thanks for the help. I also went out and got a Service manual yesterday and it helped with other questions that I had. :)
    99 Softail Custom, Apr 11, 2006
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    Oil Change

    Always glad to help a brother in uniform. Thanks for the job that you do and the sacrifices that come with the territory. I'm retired Air Force and have a son serving in Iraq with the Marines
    VYBR8R, Apr 13, 2006
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