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Removing front brake switch. Or should I say "attempting" to remove!!

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16 Nov 2020 11:11 #838559 by z1kzonly
And yes, there is a permanent locking agent for D.O.T. rules. Plus? I am sure there is a forum member that has one to give away cheap ?
I use a small block Chevy oil pressure switch, snap-on socket. fits nice & tight.
Then You want to get custom, after all the years I had this, when adding a second stabilizer to the left side. I forgot about clearance Clarence!

Livin in "CheektaVegas, NY
Went thru 25 of these in 40 yrs.
I SOLD OUT! THE KAW BARN IS EMPTY.
More room for The Old Girl, Harley 75 FLH Electra Glide,
Old faithful! Points ign. Bendix Orig. carb.
Starts everytime!

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17 Nov 2020 05:08 #838577 by Kozman011
Sorry for my late posting. Been in training all week. The bike is a77' KZ650. I think I'm going to remount the t-junction back on the bike and go at it there. THe banjo bolts came out pretty easy. Thanks for everyone's input and it is greatly appreciate. As always! [/i]

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18 Nov 2020 20:12 #838621 by Irish Yobbo
If someone has assembled it with a permanent threadlocker (eg. red loctite), there aren't many penetrating fluids that will help, except ones with a powerful solvent in them (an ATF + acetone mix being a good one).

But permanent threadlockers (and any threadlocer for that matter) will soften with heat. A propane torch on the thread for 20 seconds or so should make it easy to remove. The only problem here is that may well ruin the brake switch.

1981 KZ750 LTD
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19 Nov 2020 04:48 #838627 by Kozman011
Irish. Yes, I was going to replace the switch regardless. I'll get that thing in a vise and hit the threads with some propane!

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21 Nov 2020 10:40 #838717 by Kozman011
Just an update and to close the loop. A bit of heat to the threads of the switch and got it off. Thanks everyone for the assistance! Have a great weekend..
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22 Nov 2020 07:55 #838739 by Rick H.
Thanks for the update Kozman. It's always nice to hear how something turns out. Heat can be your best friend or worst enemy.
Rick H.

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1977 Kawasaki KZ-1000A1
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