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KX 500 clutch removal

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Motorrad:
I have run into them red loctited by previos owners..  Takes some heat to do away with it...  And a impact gun is ur friend on dissasembly.  Easyer on parts..

jonny500:
i use an impact wrench my self. but when i didn't have 1 i would put a normal socket and wrench on the nut. you need a freind to hold the socket on the nut. then use a hammer and hit the end ot the wrench and it will give the same effect as an impact wrench. it is a good idea to have the bottom end in the frame as it does a good job of holding it still. needless to say you need to be carful not to damage anything or your freind. this does work i have used it on several flywheel and clutch nuts. i am sure 10 or 20 impacts will have it off

greencannon:
just do yourself a favor, follow Sandblasters instructions with dremel before you do anymore damage. then go to autoparts store and buy a cheap electric impact gun with some impact sockets and work on it the proper way. It will save you time, money, and headaches. An impact is a must for certain things on your bike. I think I got mine at  Autozone for $ 60....A great alternative if you dont have an air setup.  Jonny5's method is what i used back in the day and have ended up rounded many nuts and busted many knuckles - no good and bad for your temper...lol

jbehunin:
Well, I tried the impact wrench, and it failed. This impact wrench is capable of 250 ft pounds.....

So, I have no choice now but to cut the d**n thing off!!!!!  :x :x :x

greencannon:
Sounds like some numbskull used loctite and had the incredible hulk tighten it on so it would withstand a nuclear blast....Im surprised impact wouldn't do it. was it because the nut is too rounded off already or is it really that tight ??
were you  using an impact socket ? those fit tighter have thicker walls and wont blow apart like Sandblasters picture

If all else fails, the dremel and a steady hand is the solution. use a small cutoff wheel to fit in that tight spot. have patience and dont try to bite too much at a time with dremel tool.
I always make sure there is a good working dremel tool in my garage. It is a must have...

 P.S. - dont forget a little heat if you suspect there is loctite

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