cross thread front axle

[oh9bolt]

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[mrlogix]

If hole are not perfect across from each other, then they'll bind up simulating a cross thread.

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If threads in the fork leg or the axle bolt look damaged, re-tap. If not then don't remove anymore material than necessary. Fork should be good.

 

[UMDterp13]

You could just buy a right lower leg, probably only $100 or so from surdyke.
Surprised thstermetc or oh9 haven't posted part numbers yet.

It's pretty tough to cross thread either XB axle. Have your forks been off individually before? If they aren't exactly across from each other it will bind also

New forks seems like a waste when you don't need new forks.
I saw your post on FB as well.

 

[303xb]

Can you buy just the lowers? I looked in the service manual-looked to be one piece. Any help appreciated.

 

[303xb]

To my knowledge, forks were never off.

 

[08herobolt]

My 08 XB12R parts catalog doesn't show lowers either. It doesn't mean they don't sell them. Call a dealership and find out.

 

[oh9bolt]

They do and I dont have the part number, I did but now cant find it. I want to see pics of the threads and if the forks are aligned height wise

 

[oh9bolt]

I would also get the wheel out of the way twist the right lower and see if you can thread the axle in the right fork by itself.

 

[303xb]

I did that---it's as hard to thread as when the wheel; is there. I found this (http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/3842/249047.html) which shows a lower. might be able to get away with that and a fork rebuild.

I'd be terrified to re-tap the front fork/axle seat. It would be in the back of my mind the entire time I ride.

It's January, I'll see if they sell the lowers only and go that route if they do. What a PITA....believe it or not, I'm not even pissed off...this is pretty par for the course for anything I ever try.

 

[08herobolt]

Hope you find a new lower. I would try to tap it and not worry about it. Remember, the axle threads left-handed so it highly unlikely to move when installed, and more importantly, there are 4 pinch bolts holding in place. Good luck my brother.

 

[303xb]

you just fixed my problem I think...I only loosened 2 pinch bolts...stand by!!

 

[303xb]

only see 2 pinch bolts on the left hand shock. is there anything on the right? I don't see anything there

 

[UMDterp13]

There's only 2, maybe that member is talking about lower triple.
I'd also ride it as is, it won't move but if it's crooked it could wear the tire funny.

Oh9 should have part numbers, posted them on my thread once

 

[303xb]

you're a braver man than I. with the torque specs being so critical on these bikes>leading to bearing failure, I don't want to chance it.

I'll look for new shocks and chalk this up to a learning experience.

I've been scouring the internet for part numbers, I found some but they are for the black shocks, I'm going to want aluminum.

If anyone sees any out there for sale on this or other forums, or on ebay, etc, I'd be appreciative if you could give me a head's up.

Truly appreciate the support.

 

[08herobolt]

Terp, that's exactly what I meant. Only if you get the axle to go all the way.

 

[303xb]

axle is in all the way. but how would I torque it to spec?

 

[08herobolt]

Honestly, I just torque mine to feel and tighten the pinch bolts. It sounds like you have a torque wrench, so go ahead and torque it that way.

 

[oh9bolt]

^this

Ive never used a torque wrench front or rear.

 

[Theycallmecrash]

^^^^ pretty much most things on a Buell atnthis point.

 

[303xb]

I had the torque wrench past 80ft lbs to get that ****** in, no way I'm riding like that. What a ****** day