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What year did Harley switch from steel to aluminum levers? It was some time in the late fourty. Thanks, Bob
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As always, Palmer's is best consulted for such distinctions.

The 45017-41 lever that is most commonly found as aluminum was cast steel for many WLA issues.

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The steel lever and bracket were also used on civilian models late 42 to mid 46. Black for civvies and OD for military.
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