[Ducati] ' 96 900SS clutch holding tool anyone?

[JHB]

Fred,

Try LT at:  http://www.desmotimes.com/

Great tool.

Joe Bowling
'95 900 SP #003

On Apr 30, 2007, at 7:53 PM, fhecker at earthlink.net wrote:

> greetings earthlings -
>
>     I am in need of the toool that holds the clutch center since I  
> am the in the process of replacing my clutch basket along with a  
> few other clutch-related parts.  I could buy the special tool, but  
> I am thinking that it would take a long time to get it.  I could  
> make one by sacrificing a few steel plates and welding on a  
> suitable handle to counteract the torque of the 32mm nut that holds  
> the clutch center to the input shaft.   About 125 ft. lbs. or so.    
> So, are there any generous souls out there willing to lend me this  
> tool?  I am open to creative financial solutions.  Anyone know  
> where one of these special tools are sitting on the shelf, so I  
> could buy it right now?  I will listen to the experiences of others  
> who have done this themselves.  Step right up, don't be shy, speak  
> of tales past, whether they be good or not so good.  Many thanks  
> for your time.
>
> ciao,
> Fred Hecker
> ' 96 900 SS SP  B-52    16k miles
> Saint Louis MO
>
>
>
> fhecker at earthlink.net
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