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====== IH Swingarm Thread Repair Tool ====== | ====== IH Swingarm Thread Repair Tool ====== | ||
- | + | A wrecked right side bearing locknut 47515-52 [52 to E74] with a fitting welded into it. \\ Slots were cut into the threads and it is used to chase / repair the threads in the swingarm. ((IronMick of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-era-specific-and-model-specific/ironhead-sportster-motorcycle-talk-1957-1985/141422-tools-to-lend-out-to-forum-members?t=1532528)) | |
- | A wrecked right side bearing locknut 47515-52 [52 to E74] with a fitting welded into it. \\ Slots were cut into the threads and it is used to chase / repair the threads in the swingarm. ((IronMick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1532528)) | + | |
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- | | Swingarm thread repair tool ((photos by IronMick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1532528)) || | + | | Swingarm thread repair tool ((photos by IronMick of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-era-specific-and-model-specific/ironhead-sportster-motorcycle-talk-1957-1985/141422-tools-to-lend-out-to-forum-members?t=1532528)) || |
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- | | Swingarm thread repair tool ((photos by IronMick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1532528)) || | + | | Swingarm thread repair tool ((photos by IronMick of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-era-specific-and-model-specific/ironhead-sportster-motorcycle-talk-1957-1985/141422-tools-to-lend-out-to-forum-members?t=1532528)) || |
====== 1993-2003 Pivot Bolt Wrench Sizes ====== | ====== 1993-2003 Pivot Bolt Wrench Sizes ====== | ||
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To remove the pivot bolt, remove the pivot bolt screw and turn the bolt a few turns to loosen it up. \\ | To remove the pivot bolt, remove the pivot bolt screw and turn the bolt a few turns to loosen it up. \\ | ||
Put the pivot bolt screw back in a few turns and whack it with a hammer to initially drive it toward the right side. \\ | Put the pivot bolt screw back in a few turns and whack it with a hammer to initially drive it toward the right side. \\ | ||
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{{:techtalk:ref:tools:pivot_bolt_removal_1_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) {{:techtalk:ref:tools:pivot_bolt_removal_2_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) \\ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:pivot_bolt_removal_1_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) {{:techtalk:ref:tools:pivot_bolt_removal_2_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) \\ | ||
- | ====== Swingarm Bushing Removal / Installation ====== | + | ====== 1982-2003 Swingarm ====== |
- | ===== 1982-2003 Sportsters with square tube swingarms ===== | + | For 82-03 Sportsters with square tube swingarms. \\ |
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- | ====== Pivot Spacer Bushing ====== | + | ===== Pivot Spacer Bushing ===== |
See also [[techtalk:evo:susp03a#s_swingarm_bearing_bushing_inspection_and_replacement|1998 1200S Swingarm Bearing / Bushing Inspection and Replacement]] in the Sportsterpedia. \\ | See also [[techtalk:evo:susp03a#s_swingarm_bearing_bushing_inspection_and_replacement|1998 1200S Swingarm Bearing / Bushing Inspection and Replacement]] in the Sportsterpedia. \\ | ||
Use a socket or a flat piece of metal as a backing plate for installing / removing the bushing if the races are installed. \\ | Use a socket or a flat piece of metal as a backing plate for installing / removing the bushing if the races are installed. \\ | ||
- | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bearing_press_by_bykrdan.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by bykrdan of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=185355&page=2)) \\ | + | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bearing_press_by_bykrdan.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by bykrdan of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-era-specific-and-model-specific/ironhead-sportster-motorcycle-talk-1957-1985/47932-steering-head-swingarm-bearings-and-races/page2?t=185355&page=2)) \\ |
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- | ===== Removal ===== | + | |
+ | ==== Removal ==== | ||
This method uses the lockring inside the pivot to push / pull against for pressing the bushing out and back in. \\ | This method uses the lockring inside the pivot to push / pull against for pressing the bushing out and back in. \\ | ||
If the races are installed, simply use the outside pivot surface instead. The process is the same whichever bracing you use. \\ | If the races are installed, simply use the outside pivot surface instead. The process is the same whichever bracing you use. \\ | ||
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* (1) 1/2" washer (optional). | * (1) 1/2" washer (optional). | ||
- | {{:techtalk:evo:susp:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_1_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) \\ | + | {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_1_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) \\ |
Install the tool snug by hand and double check that the sockets are centered before tightening with a wrench. \\ | Install the tool snug by hand and double check that the sockets are centered before tightening with a wrench. \\ | ||
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You can damage / crack the swingarm if this is not done properly. \\ | You can damage / crack the swingarm if this is not done properly. \\ | ||
- | {{:techtalk:evo:susp:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_2_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) {{:techtalk:evo:susp:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_3_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) {{:techtalk:evo:susp:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_4_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) \\ | + | {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_2_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_3_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_4_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) \\ |
It may 'pop' several times before it breaks free enough to pull out easy. \\ | It may 'pop' several times before it breaks free enough to pull out easy. \\ | ||
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Then inspect the pivot bore for rust, pitting, cracks etc. Replace or repair the swingarm as needed. \\ | Then inspect the pivot bore for rust, pitting, cracks etc. Replace or repair the swingarm as needed. \\ | ||
- | {{:techtalk:evo:susp:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_5_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) {{:techtalk:evo:susp:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_6_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) {{:techtalk:evo:susp:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_7_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) \\ | + | {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_5_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_6_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_7_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) \\ |
+ | ==== Installation ==== | ||
+ | Clean the pivot bore and the new bushing with solvent, acetone, brake cleaner etc. \\ | ||
+ | It has to install dry with no grease in the bore on the bushing. \\ | ||
- | ====== 1982-2003 Swingarm Races ====== | + | {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_8_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} \\ |
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+ | Install the bushing with the beveled end toward the bore. If both ends are beveled, it installs either way. \\ | ||
+ | Line up the bushing square to the bore. The socket below had rounded edges which allowed it to kick sideways when torque was applied. \\ | ||
+ | So a larger 1/2: washer was used to create the flat surface to initial pull in the bushing and keep it straight in the process. \\ | ||
+ | Once you get the bushing snugged up by the tool, you can give that nut a sharp whack with a rubber hammer to 'set' the bushing face in the hole. \\ | ||
+ | Then snug it back up, check for square and start pulling it in with the tool. \\ | ||
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+ | {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_9_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_11_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_12_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} \\ | ||
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+ | When you start tightening the tool, the nut will get hard to turn as the bushing gets squeezed into the bore. \\ | ||
+ | But once it starts pulling in, the pressure should be consistent. \\ | ||
+ | If the nut gets hard to turn all of a sudden, don't be afraid to remove the tool and check for obstructions and alignment. \\ | ||
+ | Actually, a cheater bar was used on the wrench to pull the bushing in on the last 1/4" or so on this one. \\ | ||
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+ | {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_13_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_14_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_15_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} \\ | ||
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+ | Check to make sure the bushing wasn't damaged on installation. \\ | ||
+ | Install the pivot bolt spacer to make sure it glides freely without bumps or stops. \\ | ||
+ | The spacer is a slip fit and should not bind during operation. No reaming required. \\ | ||
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+ | {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_16_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} {{techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bushing_remover-installer_17_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} \\ | ||
- | ===== Removal ===== | + | ===== Swingarm Races ===== |
+ | ==== Removal ==== | ||
A slide hammer can be used to remove the outer races. \\ | A slide hammer can be used to remove the outer races. \\ | ||
You just need to make a sleeve to protect the pivot bushing when removing the inner race. \\ | You just need to make a sleeve to protect the pivot bushing when removing the inner race. \\ | ||
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- | ===== Installation ===== | + | |
+ | ==== Installation ==== | ||
**The race has got to be straight before a regime of pounding or pressing to install it**. \\ | **The race has got to be straight before a regime of pounding or pressing to install it**. \\ | ||
By far, the easiest way to start the race straight into the bore is to use a wood block or soft flat metal like aluminum to smack the race in straight. \\ | By far, the easiest way to start the race straight into the bore is to use a wood block or soft flat metal like aluminum to smack the race in straight. \\ | ||
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| Using a threaded 3/8" threaded rod and socket press. \\ Both races can be pulled home with sockets on the races due to the lock ring in the middle. ((photos by Hippysmack)) ||| | | Using a threaded 3/8" threaded rod and socket press. \\ Both races can be pulled home with sockets on the races due to the lock ring in the middle. ((photos by Hippysmack)) ||| | ||
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+ | ===== Bearing Lockring ===== | ||
+ | ==== Removal ==== | ||
+ | **Caution**: Use eye protection as the lockring may pop out on you. \\ | ||
+ | **There is no reason to replace this ring unless it's damaged or rusted to the point it will hinder proper bearing race installation**. \\ | ||
+ | The races butt up against this ring on both sides and that determines distance apart from each other thus how far the inner bearing race sticks out the end. \\ | ||
+ | So the races have to be installed correctly. \\ | ||
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+ | The ring can be used for both internal and external applications. However, the tool for these rings only works on external applications. \\ | ||
+ | It pushes each end outward to expand the ring to remove it from shafts and the like. \\ | ||
+ | There are no known pliers to compress the ring due to it having no holes or slots for pliers. \\ | ||
+ | So it will need to be pried out with screwdrivers in a circle pattern to get the ring out of the groove in the pivot. \\ | ||
+ | Once the ring is completely out of the groove, you can push it out of the pivot with a socket sized smaller than the pivot and near the same size as the ring. \\ | ||
+ | Or it may just pop out on it's own. ((photos by Hippysmack)) \\ | ||
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+ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bearing_lockring_5_on_1998_xl1200s.jpg?direct&300|}} {{:techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bearing_lockring_6_on_1998_xl1200s.jpg?direct&300|}} \\ | ||
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+ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bearing_lockring_7_on_1998_xl1200s.jpg?direct&300|}} {{:techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bearing_lockring_8_on_1998_xl1200s.jpg?direct&300|}} {{:techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bearing_lockring_9_on_1998_xl1200s.jpg?direct&300|}} \\ | ||
+ | \\ | ||
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+ | ==== Installation ==== | ||
+ | The ring needs to be installed with a tapered sleeve so you can set it in one side and knock it into the bore while the sleeve taper narrows the ID of the ring. \\ | ||
+ | But without having that tool, a socket was bolted up into the bearing bore sitting on top of the open end of the ring to keep it from popping out. \\ | ||
+ | Then the other side of the ring was carefully knocked into the bore with a wooden dowel and a hammer. \\ | ||
+ | Once the ring was fully in the bore, the socket was used to push the ring down so it snapped into the groove. ((photos by Hippysmack)) \\ | ||
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+ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bearing_lockring_10_on_1998_xl1200s.jpg?direct&300|}} {{:techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bearing_lockring_11_on_1998_xl1200s.jpg?direct&300|}} {{:techtalk:ref:tools:swingarm_bearing_lockring_12_on_1998_xl1200s.jpg?direct&300|}} \\ | ||