98 fat boy

bustertm · 04-22-2007, 12:20 PM

Hello to all fellow riders, I live in WI close to Milwaukee. Its riding time here again and I'm looking for some suggestions on a problem that I'm having with my Fat Boy. The primary drain plug is leaking and not sure what I want to do about it so I'm open to suggestions (tried lots of teflon tape) ie tapping a bigger hole, changing to dry clutch ??? so fire away with your suggestions.
Thank You
Buster

firechief26 · 05-13-2008, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by bustertm

Hello to all fellow riders, I live in WI close to Milwaukee. Its riding time here again and I'm looking for some suggestions on a problem that I'm having with my Fat Boy. The primary drain plug is leaking and not sure what I want to do about it so I'm open to suggestions (tried lots of teflon tape) ie tapping a bigger hole, changing to dry clutch ??? so fire away with your suggestions.
Thank You
Buster

I use non-hardening aluminum-safe pipe dope. (sparingly)

glider · 05-13-2008, 01:18 PM

How about replacing the plug itself. It's a tapered plug and inserting it too far can damage the threads and even crack the cover not to mention contacting the clutch basket. It's not a major job to retap it and use the newer type plug with the "O" ring on it either. Many choices here for this including a thread sealant on the plug itself.

Take a look here.

Primary Chain Case Servicing - Harley Davidson Community

joyflyin · 05-14-2008, 10:15 AM

I agree with Glider, the new primary drain plug cost me $3.95 at the dealer. Cheap fix if that is the problem.

smitty901 · 05-14-2008, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bustertm

Hello to all fellow riders, I live in WI close to Milwaukee. Its riding time here again and I'm looking for some suggestions on a problem that I'm having with my Fat Boy. The primary drain plug is leaking and not sure what I want to do about it so I'm open to suggestions (tried lots of teflon tape) ie tapping a bigger hole, changing to dry clutch ??? so fire away with your suggestions.
Thank You
Buster

Hello from Lowell WI
Glider pretty much naile it, if a little sealer aint working time to move to next step

04-22-2007, 12:20 PM	#1 (permalink)
bustertm New Family Ride: 1998 FLSTF Fat Boy Join Date: 2007, Apr 22 Posts: 2	98 fat boy Hello to all fellow riders, I live in WI close to Milwaukee. Its riding time here again and I'm looking for some suggestions on a problem that I'm having with my Fat Boy. The primary drain plug is leaking and not sure what I want to do about it so I'm open to suggestions (tried lots of teflon tape) ie tapping a bigger hole, changing to dry clutch ??? so fire away with your suggestions. Thank You Buster

05-13-2008, 01:18 PM	#3 (permalink)
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: 2007, Jun 21 Posts: 10,118 My Mood:	Re: 98 fat boy How about replacing the plug itself. It's a tapered plug and inserting it too far can damage the threads and even crack the cover not to mention contacting the clutch basket. It's not a major job to retap it and use the newer type plug with the "O" ring on it either. Many choices here for this including a thread sealant on the plug itself. Take a look here. Primary Chain Case Servicing - Harley Davidson Community __________________ Psssst! Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. click me!>>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

05-14-2008, 10:15 AM	#4 (permalink)
joyflyin Community Guru Wannabe Ride: 2005 Deuce Join Date: 2008, Jan 05 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,688 My Mood:	Re: 98 fat boy I agree with Glider, the new primary drain plug cost me $3.95 at the dealer. Cheap fix if that is the problem.

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