The external threads won't get hurt?I prefer to put the cover back on, use an air wrench and 6point 12mm deep socket, takes it off every time.
I kinda thought the same thing. I've dealt with screw and locknut clutch adjusters before, never remembered them requiring king kong strength to get em' loose. Gonna be sure to use my head and take preventative measures for next time.That screw and lock nut are just plain steel. Be sure to anti-seize the heck out of them when re-assembling so they don't seize up again. And the lock nut needn't be super tight.
That is Too Clean !In other news, got it to come pretty clean.
Awesome advice. I'm finding lots of loose hardware from PO. Gonna invest in torque wrench set soon.Yes you did. Liberally grease the worm and don't tighten the nylon part's mount screws too much or it will distort and bind up the worm rotation. You can check it's operation by hand before you install the cable and cover to see if it's binding.
That is Too Clean !
Good work, Im watching your project too.
Hey, this reminds me, do you have a chain guard ? I Didn't see one on your pics.
And is the black dirty one from a 77 thru 79 Standard on my garage floor the same as yours ?
-RT
That is Too Clean !
Good work, Im watching your project too.
Hey, this reminds me, do you have a chain guard ? I Didn't see one on your pics.
And is the black dirty one from a 77 thru 79 Standard on my garage floor the same as yours ?
-RT
Got it , Ya, yours is as ugly as mine so have at it Lol..Figured I'd leave it off until I was ready to ride. Gonna maybe clean that up today as well.
LOL! I did notice that... The gasket had some tears so I decided it best to replace it entirely.Yes you did. Liberally grease the worm and don't tighten the nylon part's mount screws too much or it will distort and bind up the worm rotation. You can check it's operation by hand before you install the cable and cover to see if it's binding. And as you've probably deduced, you need a new cover gasket. Large portions of yours are missing .....
So what you're saying is, if I manage to get the cover on flush with the motor with no gaps I don't need it?? It seems like an important part for keeping dirt out of the alternator?Seen plenty made out of cereal box working just fine, (bran flakes is popular..) it's more of a spacer than a seal on this cover.