Clutch Leak

[zippo6]

Hi guys, I noticed I've developed a leak on my clutch line where the 'soft' line connects to the solid line at the motor. Can I just try to tighten this?

Stupid question I know...

 

[Firewrench]

You may be able to tighten it but the optimum repair is to replace with a braided steel line from White Bros. Firmer action, good looking too. <100.00 money well spent.:twocents:

 

[maxcruiser]

If I remember right, I think that it can be tightened up.

I have a spare one that I took off to put on braided lines. If you need it, I can send it out on Tuesday.

Mike

 

[dannymax]

Hi guys, I noticed I've developed a leak on my clutch line where the 'soft' line connects to the solid line at the motor. Can I just try to tighten this?

Stupid question I know...

I would Zippo, just be gentle. If the worst happens and the metal pipe is all corroded (which I doubt) and breaks all the parts are replaceable.

 

[zippo6]

Thanks guys, it looked like it could be but thought I would ask first since I wasn't in a rush anyway. Just shotgun'd my carbs now I need to sync.
I'll let you guys know how I make out.

 

[zippo6]

Ok, so I 'tried' to tighten it. Needed a 17mm and a 10mm wrench, but I couldn't get them to budge. I didn't want to make it worse so I left it... I'll top up the fluid to be safe for now.

Suggestions??

I'm not sure exactly where it's leaking.

 

[dannymax]

It's prolly leaking at the end of the hose where the hex nut is crimped.....like the guys said, best bet is to replace with Galfer s/s braided line.

 

[zippo6]

It's prolly leaking at the end of the hose where the hex nut is crimped.....like the guys said, best bet is to replace with Galfer s/s braided line.

Sounds like a winter project :biglaugh:

Bikes will be going down into the basement for winter sleep so it's a great time to do it. I'll keep an eye on it in the mean time though. Blowing a clutch line would severely suck.... :bang head:

 

[dannymax]

Sounds like a winter project :biglaugh:

Bikes will be going down into the basement for winter sleep so it's a great time to do it. I'll keep an eye on it in the mean time though. Blowing a clutch line would severely suck.... :bang head:

That's a nice winter project, that way you won't be rushed. Get the clutch lever mod from Turbovmax, Galfer s/s braided line, rebuild the slave and put in new fluid. You won't believe the difference!!!

I just finished doing that and the clutch is 'better'n new'....(I think, never really had a new bike :biglaugh

 

[zippo6]

That's a nice winter project, that way you won't be rushed. Get the clutch lever mod from Turbovmax, Galfer s/s braided line, rebuild the slave and put in new fluid. You won't believe the difference!!!

I just finished doing that and the clutch is 'better'n new'....(I think, never really had a new bike :biglaugh

Sounds like a plan :clapping:
I'll have to start pricing and ordering parts unk:

 

[naughtyG]

Sounds like a plan :clapping:
I'll have to start pricing and ordering parts unk:

Get your Galfer line(s) from Sean Morley - great price!

Any other parts to rebuild the S/C - from Gary McCoy!

All in the VMF links :eusa_dance:

 

[dannymax]

Get your Galfer line(s) from Sean Morley - great price!

Any other parts to rebuild the S/C - from Gary McCoy!

All in the VMF links :eusa_dance:

+1 Also, be sure to call or e mail Gary for prices don't use his on-line prices for comparison.

He gives the forum members a hell of a discount that can't be beaten, IMO, but you need to contact him!

 

[zippo6]

So I'm looking at the schematic for the slave, which parts do I need? Do they sell a kit that includes everything? (remember Neeeeewwwwb here...)

:worthy:

 

[maleko89]

When I rebuilt a friends I just had him order #27. This includes the cylinder and all seals. You will need to re-use your slave pipe, crush washers and bleeder.

 

[zippo6]

When I rebuilt a friends I just had him order #27. This includes the cylinder and all seals. You will need to re-use your slave pipe, crush washers and bleeder.

Thanks! That helps!