I pulled the tank for replacement and when I put it back in I really had to shove it in place but got it to fit. Wasn't too surprised given everything I've read here about the tank. Looked everything over and I saw that the cable didn't make into the tank indentation. No problem I thought, just push it into place. Well I've pushed, shoved, lubricated, try to pry the tank over, etc. but all I've done is firmly wedge it in place. Took the shelter off for better access but nothing helps. It isn't moving any further.
I decided to walk away before I broke something and now think the cable should go OVER the cross brace in front off the tank. It looks like it would be a more natural path and have fewer bends. It looks like it would clear the air box without trouble. The clutch was always stiff to pull (figured it went with the territory in a MAN'S bike
) but all the pushing, bending, prying and jamming I've done hasn't made it any worse. Maybe that's the problem?The cable comes through here and passes under the brace and is not jammed in here If it went over the top of the brace I think it would work
I know the prior owner pulled the tank for a Kreem job (it's a mess, bought another tank in surprisingly good condition) so maybe the cable was removed and put back incorrectly.
There's so much knowledge here so if I'm wrong, please tell me the trick for getting it right! If I have to pull the tank again I want it to be the last time.
BTW, sorry for the poor lighting and quality of the photos, but this is my "shop" until the new one gets built.
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