New driveshaft install

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Apr 6, 2009 | 08:30 PM

#11

kjordan

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Three Wheeling

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From: Rockwall, TX

Thanks for the help, I guess I will try again tomorrow.

Apr 6, 2009 | 08:41 PM

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Night Train

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From: West Virginia

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spike555

Thats your problem, the wheels must be hanging free with no resistance.
Put the front axle on jack stands and you can spin the front driveshaft with one finger.

I did mine on ramps, I just used a swivel on the socket for the rear bolts. Come in from the passenger side and reach over the top. Be sure and fully grease it "after" its installed.

Spot on!

Apr 7, 2009 | 08:31 PM

#13

kjordan

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Three Wheeling

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From: Rockwall, TX

Got it done on the ramps, not as easy as I thought. Thanks for your help and suggestions.

It smells real bad, but seems to be OK, no vibrations or anything.

Thanks Spike and Night Train (nice bike for a roadie