| Author | Message | ||
     Hogs |
I know there are a few here that wrench on these Xb engines from time to time, And Got all the necessary tools to do the JoB... Just wonder IF someone could mention all tools and Part Numbers wd. be nice to add to the list.. For all Main tools to Remove and Install a XB motor/transmison to have a New Pair Of engine cases installed.. This may be a long list , maybe NoT...? Also Wd. be nice to know what Tools in the HD. PArts one can either make or do without having to buy HD. Tools  | ||
| Point_doc |
A good mechanics set like this from Sears, http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_009351540 00P?adCell=A3 plus two torque wrenches, one 3/8" and the other 1/2" drive with a torque range up to 250lbs. I have this air compressor from Harbor Freight, http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem. taf?Itemnumber=93271 and a 1/2" drive pneumatic impact driver to remove the nuts on the crank and the clutch assembly and air line, etc. You will need to purchase the primary tool bar from American Sport Bike for the assembly of the primary. One drip pan and used oil container. This should get you going. | ||
| Glitch |
plus two torque wrenches Three, you'll need one measured in inch/lbs | ||
| Point_doc |
Glitch, I just convert the inch/lb to ft/lb. | ||
| Ducxl |
You cannot use a "foot pounds" wrench to gage inch pounds below 200. 200 inch pounds is something like 20 foot pounds. Engine builders tools? 1.) clearance wax and maybe Plastigage 2.) a top quality ring compressor and expander. 3.)bearing tools (press and pullers) 4.)seal tools 5.)snap ring pliers 6.) ECM diagnostic software 7.)clutch compression tool 8.)degree wheel??? | ||
| Point_doc |
It is a factor of 12 not 10. | ||
| Hogs |
Thanks Guys, I have a shop full of Mechanic tools, I guess perhaps should have mentioned that before, I mean to say, Special HD/Buell> tools for the cases etc, I do believe there is a special wrench to install the cases back together, But Don`t think there is any to split the cases... Stuff like that , Special HD./Buell tools or how to make instead of needing to purchase them.... ( StealerShip Pricing)  Just need a list of any tool that I may need to do the JoB...Don`t want to be at a spot , where I got to scratch Me Head and THINK...! Thanks | ||
| Skinstains |
Both Sears and Harbor Freight are Chinese junk. Buy something American and high quality. | ||
| Mmcn49 |
The manual calls for a Snap-On o2 sensor wrench, Snap-On P/N YA9375A for $43. You can buy a cheap chinese knock-off that looks the same for $13 from Shucks or similar discount auto parts suppliers. The knock off works great except that it is about 1/16" to wide on one side. 30 seconds on a grinder fixes that. Skinstains is right about your basic hand tools, (wrenches and sockets) these you want to be high quality. | ||
| Slaughter |
Buy the maintenance manual - you will see THE list of tools required. Fortunately, I've been able to borrow some of the higher dollar tools necessary... Especially tranny assembly tools. (Message edited by slaughter on December 15, 2008) | ||
| Hogs |
Thanks Slaughter, YEah one can buy the manual, or thats not the thing, Trying to get local wrenchers here on the forum that does it hand on, and More than once LoL... I`m sure they wd. know of any make up stuff one can get by with etc... What are the Special tools you speak of , That you borrow, I take it from your local buell dealer Buddy? | ||
| Hogs |
Btw, And thanks to all that gave their .04 cents worth, Maybe more will chime in... | ||
| Point_doc |
When I made a living "turning a wrench", I bought "Snap-On", "Matco", "Proto". When I made a living as a "Tool&Die Maker", I bought "Brown&Sharp", "Starrett". I make a living at neither, so there is no justification for purchasing a tool of this grade. I understand about having a good tool to accomplish the task without causing more work by damaging the hardware. But I believe for a person that is not wrenching forty plus hours a week, that a set of Sear’s tools will do the job and last. For a living; you need the best grade of tool to last and not to complicate the task, not for the weekend mech. Now if you can afford it, by all means. | ||
| Slaughter |
Crap - my $&%^-ING thread about resurrecting my racebike went into the archive limbo. I had some pics that showed the tranny tool in action... lemme see if I can resurrect the resurrection thread (grrrr... archiving, don't get me started)  | ||
| Slaughter |
Found my archived thread - some pics of the tranny assembly tool in operation:  .jpg)   | ||
| Skinstains |
Stop giving China your money. Buy a good American tool and Ebay it when you're done with it. | ||
| Point_doc |
Skinstains, lol...  . Here is a rhetorical question; what is wrong with giving China our money, Pres. Clinton gave them our missile launching technology and other guarded military information/technology!  slaughter, nice "parts cleaner" (Message edited by Point_Doc on December 17, 2008) | ||
| Slaughter |
Yeah - that lid on the "parts cleaner" isn't exactly spill-proof. That started with simple green, went to gasoline for the really icky stuff. Gas was in a different steel tub. | ||
| Rhun |
When buying hand tools, initial cost isn't the only thing to consider. Cheap tools have bad tolerances and can round nuts. A trip to the ER to have your hand stitched because when the wrench broke it slammed your hand into that sharp thing will cost you more than a good Craftsman, Mack or snap on set. | ||
| Bombardier |
Good move about the gasoline in a different tub to the detergent. The word Napalm come to mind!!! |
