3way Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 I'm thinking of removing the left side casing (alternator/generator cover) due to some damage. Is this straightforward or is there anything I need to be aware of ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koth442 Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 I haven't done it on this bike, but assuming its like every other bike: 1. Don't pinch your fingers, the stator magnets will want to pull that case back on 1.5 Don't pry on mating surfaces with a screwdriver. There should be some tabs you can pry against. Otherwise use your man hands and pull! 2. The starter clutch / gear / shaft will likely fall out. 3. Have a new gasket ready. 4. Don't over torque stuff going back together, use 1/4" drive ratchet / sockets Good luck! '15 FJ09 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3way Posted October 7, 2018 Author Share Posted October 7, 2018 Good tip on stator magnets pulling case. Why a new gasket ? Is there any fluid behind there, or just to stop water/dust getting in ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koth442 Posted October 8, 2018 Share Posted October 8, 2018 There is some oil in there. I neglected to mention that. Even if you drain your oil before hand, you'll still have some oil dribble out, just a lot less (assuming this bike is like the others I've done). '15 FJ09 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skipperT Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 Good tip on stator magnets pulling case. Why a new gasket ? Is there any fluid behind there, or just to stop water/dust getting in ? Anytime you remove something that seals with a gasket, it should be replaced. BTW- I’m fairly certain the coolant has to be drained as well when replacing the LH crankcase cover. The water pump attaches to the cover. That makes it a bit messier unfortunately. -Skip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3way Posted October 14, 2018 Author Share Posted October 14, 2018 Good tip on stator magnets pulling case. Why a new gasket ? Is there any fluid behind there, or just to stop water/dust getting in ? Anytime you remove something that seals with a gasket, it should be replaced. BTW- I’m fairly certain the coolant has to be drained as well when replacing the LH crankcase cover. The water pump attaches to the cover. That makes it a bit messier unfortunately. -Skip I'm giving it a miss in that case, and just going to use a bit of jbweld to smooth over the scratches without removing, it's not bad enough to warrant pulling case with what's involved. Thanks for the tip on coolant ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member roadrash83 Posted October 14, 2018 Supporting Member Share Posted October 14, 2018 Anytime you remove something that seals with a gasket, it should be replaced. BTW- I’m fairly certain the coolant has to be drained as well when replacing the LH crankcase cover. The water pump attaches to the cover. That makes it a bit messier unfortunately. -Skip I'm giving it a miss in that case, and just going to use a bit of jbweld to smooth over the scratches without removing, it's not bad enough to warrant pulling case with what's involved. Thanks for the tip on coolant ! Throw some case slider on to hide the scratches and you will get some protection in the bargain. He who dies with the most toys wins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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