I am changing my fluids, and I would like to know what to torque the various fittings at: the three derby cover screws, the primary drain plug, the oil tank drain plug, and the transmission drain plug. I’ve looked at my Clymers and the HD manual as well as various websites. All that I am coming up with is “snugly.” I’d like to be a little more correct. (1998 Softail)
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On a bike this old, you should use recommended torque specs for reference only. Components have been in service for 25+ years. If you follow recommended torque specs, you may strip aluminum threads or not tighten a component securely enough. You need to go by feel. Make sure your hardware and hardware allotments are clean, and use Loctite.
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