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Left hand threads

Posted: Wed Aug 21, 2019 2:37 pm
by windmill john
I have a 2004-ish 350 bullet, 4 speed, kick start, just a little question.

I am aware, or I am led to believe that some threads are left handed, can someone confirm:

Is the alternator nut left handed? I read it was, just checking.
Are any external engine nuts left hand thread?

Many thanks.

John

Re: Left hand threads

Posted: Wed Aug 21, 2019 2:50 pm
by vince
Hi, timing side crankshaft nut and gearbox mainshaft nut are both left hand thread. Alternator nut and clutch nut right hand. Vince

Re: Left hand threads

Posted: Wed Aug 21, 2019 5:42 pm
by windmill john
Thanks for that Vince, I’m sure I read the alternator nut was left hand, but happy to listen to someone on the forum.
I think it was an old magazine I read it in.

John