[rb7632]

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My clutches have started slipping and I think I need to replace the friction plates. I have purchased the new plates but am looking for a detailed "How To' including all the required tools to complete the job.

I understand that this can be done without pulling the engine or the rear tire. There appears to be enough room to get to the bolts out and remove the clutch assembly without too much trouble.

I have read a couple of things on this and I don't want to get halfway through the job and then not have a tool that I need and be stuck unable to reassemble.

Any suggestions folks??

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[Brian K]

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RB, I changed my plates on my GL1100 last year. It took a few hours but I dod not have to remove the rear wheel or engine.
There are some tight areas you have to get into, but it is all do able. There is a tool required and i made one after following someoneslese lead. Check this link. http://www.goldwingfacts.com/forums/view_topic.php?id=29273&forum_id=1&highlight=clutch+replacement.
You will need a piece of hardwood or something to put through the rear wheel spokes so that when you try to take off the nut inside the clutch housing with the modified socket the nut will stay in place and not turn the shaft. In other word a force to pull against on the nut. Also there is a security washer with a shoulder on it that has to be removed before taking the nut off.
Get yourself a copy of the manual, follow it and find a 1 inch socket you can cut up and modify .

Good luck. Check the link above.

Brian

 

[SmokinJoe]

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If you use an electric or air impact wrench for the clutch nut removal you won't need to secure the rear wheel. Removing the rear wheel gives you more room to work, good time to change wheel bearings, etc.