RE: Leaks?

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RE: Leaks?

RE: Leaks? 
Chris Parker said 2002-10-28 04:12 
 
Hi Rick-
My 2002 FLSTFI (full-stiffy...) had the exact same problem, same mileage, same conditions. I had the primary gasket replaced a couple times, but the problem remained *UNTIL* the third time, when the gasket was replaced WITH A RUBBERIZED-METAL gasket. It turns out that Harley made a design change because of the leak, and replaced the paper-based gaskets with the new rubberized metal, which expands with the heat along with the case cover & doesn´t leak. I´ve had it up to 110MPH in the Arizona heat and still no leaks -- the third time was the charm.
-cp
 
 
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