Clutch was making unusual noises ....
Lots of play between inner hub and outer basket.
Replaced balls with rollers, clutch is quieter.
Jerry
Clutch hub noise
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Re: Clutch hub noise
You might be due for some different clutch parts, Jerry. Looks like the roller surface is about shot on both parts. And some pretty healthy grooves in the hub studs.
You can replace the studs, it's an easy job, but maybe not worth it given the shape of the bearing surface, IMHO.
Harley didn't change the clutch for decades, you can even run a newer shovelhead clutch. Shouldn't be hard to find a decent one at a swap meet.
You can replace the studs, it's an easy job, but maybe not worth it given the shape of the bearing surface, IMHO.
Harley didn't change the clutch for decades, you can even run a newer shovelhead clutch. Shouldn't be hard to find a decent one at a swap meet.
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Re: Clutch hub noise
Rusty spocket??
Turn your oiler up a bit. Snail tracks are good for finding your way home
Turn your oiler up a bit. Snail tracks are good for finding your way home