| Author | Message | ||
     Blasterd |
Guys, I don't have a spring compression tool, If I remove the snap ring will the spring fly out with such force that it will cause death like the manual says? Ken | ||
| S1w98buell |
Yes, Get the proper tool for the job. It ain't worth the accident or an eye. Make it really simple. Don't do anything dumb. Buy a tool. borrow a tool. Luv John | ||
| Blasterd |
Anyone willing to loan me some tools for a week or so?  Ken | ||
| Koz5150 |
I have nothing meaningfull to add to this thread. I just read it and couldn't stop thinking of the Christmas story Movie... You'll shoot your eye out..... | ||
| Shot_gun |
When I took mine apart I used an OTC universal clutch pack compressor that you put in a shop press. You might find one at local auto parts store. | ||
| Buellnuts |
Which spring, Clutch, shock,.......... Bob | ||
| Blasterd |
clutch, buellnuts. Ken | ||
| Evaddave |
AutoZone has a free specialty tool loaning service. If there's one near you, check it out. They might have what you need. -Dave | ||
| Reepicheep |
Blastard... you don't have to take the clutch apart to look at what is causing your shifting problems. I do seem to recall one big snap ring in there, that holds in the adjusting screw (I think), I bet that is what you are talking about. It is not under any tension at all when the clutch lever is not pulled (as it can't be once you have the primary cover off). You are not releasing clutch pack spring tension. The first time I pulled it, I think I just used a pair of forceps, spring clip remover tools are easy to find an cheap as well. On my 2000 cyclone manual, the procedure you are looking for is on page 6-13, steps 1 through 5. Step 3 is the removal of the snap ring you are talking about, no mention of immenent death. Once you get to 5, your clutch pack, primary chain, and rotor will be off the bike and you can get down to work on the tranny. I can scan that page if you can't find it in your manual. | ||
| Blasterd |
I'm sorry Bill, you are correct. I misunderstood the manual. I will more than likely go buy me a set of snap ring pliers tomorrow. thanks for all the help, Ken | ||
| Reepicheep |
No apology necessary Ken, I was a *total* deer in the headlights when I first went down the road you are on. Your post brought back a chuckle, as I remember two or three parts that I cringed as I removed, waiting for some enraged spring loaded clutch part to leap at my throat.  Have you gotten to the "every tool you use has fallen into the open pan of primary fluid, regardless of where you move it too" yet? Bill "who's socket wrenches are well lubed with mobil 1 tranny fluid" Kilgallon |
