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Primary Chain Rubbing

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by ringo912, Jun 22, 2007.

  1. ringo912

    ringo912 Active Member

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    My brother has a 92 FLHS, (electraglide sport). Yesterday we replaced a leaking outer primary gasket. When we opened the primary case what we found was not to encouraging. The inner side of the primary chain is rubbing against the chain tension adjusting plate and has worn a groove in it.:( :eek:

    Any ideas on what would cause this?
    ringo912, Jun 22, 2007
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  3. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    something is out of alignment....or the brg in the clutch basket may be worn....or the chain has not been adjusted for some time.
    chucktx, Jun 22, 2007
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  4. ringo912

    ringo912 Active Member

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    Chuck...I forgot to mention that the bike had a total engine rebuild two summers ago. My brother had Bishop Performance here in Michigan do a stroker kit.
    ringo912, Jun 22, 2007
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  5. hotroadking

    hotroadking Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Call Bill or Amy at bishops they are top quality people and stand behind what they do.

    Sounds like it went out of adjustment.

    Had the shoe break on mine, had to clean out all kinds of plastic crud, PIA.
    hotroadking, Jun 22, 2007
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