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Removing th compensating sprocket..

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by Tommyc, Dec 26, 2010.

  1. Tommyc

    Tommyc Active Member

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    :witsend:Hi, on my 1983 FXE shovelhead, I need to pull the shaft extention off the motor shaft that compensating sprocket mounts onto. Is there a special puller to remove the extention from the shaft or can I use a regular gear puller form the auto parts store?
    Anybody out there have experience with this?
    I am installing a belt drive and I am at the final obstacle which is removing the shaft extention of the moter shaft. Aftet I get it off I can install the belt and not have to worry about my primary leaking anymore.
    Thanks guys!!!
    Happy holidays.!
    TC
    Tommyc, Dec 26, 2010
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  3. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    tom, ya really need to get a factory service manual.....will save time and money. a buddy was doin what your doing and went the wrong way with the wrench......ended up cutting with a die grinder and spending a lot of money on the parts he ruined........i cant remember the extension your talking about......not sure on the puller......
    chucktx, Dec 26, 2010
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    FLHTbiker Moderator Staff Member

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    My book for my 01 Springer say's I need a Primary drive locking tool as a tool to use when removing the compensating sprocket nut. I would strongly suggest as Chucktx said a HD factory service manual.
    FLHTbiker, Dec 26, 2010
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    I'm wondering the same thing. My Evo manual just says to remove the shaft extension, doesn't say how to go about it.
    Wideglide85, Dec 26, 2010
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  6. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    normally, if it doesnt state a tool is needed.........then ya dont need anything special. there is a tool section in the back of the book.....see if one is listed there....
    chucktx, Dec 26, 2010
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    I have manuals for both my bikes. Thanks.
    There's a collar type thing that goes over the engine shaft and inside the comp. sprocket.
    I just don't know how to pull it off.
    Tool section in back of manual is a good suggestion , thanks Chuck! You lost me for a second with the wrong way wrench and die grinder comment.
    I will check the tool sectionof the manual. Thanks guys!
    Tommyc, Dec 26, 2010
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    It should just slide off...in a perfect world:rolleyes: try some penetrating oil and wiggle, wiggle or GENTLY use a couple of pry bars on each side and penetrating oil or you can try a little heat(heat gun or hair dryer)under that there will be a spacer used to align the primary chain.
    Lucifer, Dec 27, 2010
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    Thanks Lucifer. Nice picture by the way.!!
    Tommyc, Dec 27, 2010
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  10. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    to help in siezing.....use a small bit of "never sieze"...........great on sparkplugs also...
    chucktx, Dec 27, 2010
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