New XB12X Primary Oil weep?

[nsnate02]

So, my son just picked up a fantastic 2006 XB12X. It has a small oil weep at this primary case bolt. Would Loctite 565 Thread Sealer work or am I going to have to replace the entire gasket?
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[Cooter]

It's not coming from the threads, they are blind.

The gaskets are re-usable (usually). If you don't want to replace it, just take off the cover add a little sealer on the gasket where its weeping, re-tighten to spec (NOT OVERTORQUED) and that should stop it.

 

[dawiz45]

I would use a NEW gasket and torque to specs...gasket is not that expensive and will give you the chance to change the fluid too.

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[Pushr0d]

Normally I fully agree with Cooter - but since it's a 'new-to-you' bike, I'd go with dawiz45 - just put new gaskets (all three of them) in.

Heck, replace the shifter shaft o-ring while you're at it!

 

[Cooter]

Don't get me wrong fellas, replacing the gasket is a better choice. I assumed the obvious and my wording was suspect:upset: Good call Pushr0d, on the shifter shaft o-ring! Theres 2 sizes....

And with the primary off, a chain and clutch inspection would be prudent as well. If the OP is worried about a "small oil weep" from a Harley engine designed in the 50's, I hope he's the type to get all the maintenance done correctly:angel:

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[34nineteen]

Since you're buying gaskets, its a good idea to get the two replacement cover gaskets. I believe the book says they are single use only, and I have come across several XB's that leak from them with copious amounts of RTV to try to seal them. New gaskets work every time, RTV doesnt.

 

[nsnate02]

Don't get me wrong fellas, replacing the gasket is a better choice. I assumed the obvious and my wording was suspect:upset: Good call Pushr0d, on the shifter shaft o-ring! Theres 2 sizes....

And with the primary off, a chain and clutch inspection would be prudent as well. If the OP is worried about a "small oil weep" from a Harley engine designed in the 50's, I hope he's the type to get all the maintenance done correctly:angel:

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I went ahead and got the whole gasket set. I've always been a metric rider (Yamaha Stratoliner currently) so any oil weeping messes with my mind. Haha.

 

[Outlaw]

I had an 08 Raider and then 2010 Stratoliner. That is one impressive Vtwin. Beautiful torque monster.

 

[nsnate02]

I had an 08 Raider and then 2010 Stratoliner. That is one impressive Vtwin. Beautiful torque monster.

Truly is. I believe the numbers (after the Strat ECU flash and air mods) on HP and Torque are about the same. Except the Xb12x weighs nearly half as much.

 

[nsnate02]

Replaced the gaskets and no more oil weeping. Old gasket didn't look bad, so I added some sealer with the new gasket. However, the Clutch collar was frozen on the clutch shaft and broke. $40 at St. Paul and it's back running. I hate when an hour job turns into a couple days. :black_eyed: