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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: menger69 on August 13, 2013, 05:41:32 AM

Title: reinstaling cluch
Post by: menger69 on August 13, 2013, 05:41:32 AM

  hi should anti seize be used on the shaft and what should it be torqued at thanks

Title: Re: reinstaling cluch
Post by: Tory944 on August 13, 2013, 06:13:36 AM

  Yes, use anti seize and 70 ft/lbs.  Most importantly, check for burrs, rust, ect on the end of the crankshaft taper.  Most people overlook this, but all it takes is a small nick "raised metal" to hang the primary up upon removal.  Needs to be smooth!  Emery cloth and a finger is all it takes.

Title: Re: reinstaling cluch
Post by: gixxer6 on August 13, 2013, 08:20:21 AM

I disagree.  I NEVER use anything on the taper.  It is a friction fit, and anti seize will reduce friction.  The manual states:  "Tapers must be clean and dry." 

I do use a little on the threads of the clutch bolt. 

Title: Re: reinstaling cluch
Post by: kawhead on August 13, 2013, 12:04:56 PM

re torgue after a short ride to prevent split washer problems

Title: Re: reinstaling cluch
Post by: AdrenalineJunky on August 17, 2013, 11:49:10 AM

I clean clutch bore and crank taper with an emery cloth, then I wipe 'em with wd-40, and install.  Grease or heavy lube may prevent taper from fully seating resulting in a possible flying clutch assy!