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3 Extra screws... Really? HAPPY FRIDAY
So I'm hoping you find this somewhat amusing and can add to this as well. I took several body panels off my 2011 RT, changed the oil, checked fluids, cleaned really good behind or underneath (because I'm a neat freak). Only thing I didn't do was put the same screws I took off (said panel) with that panel as I worked. I put them in a large pile on my work bench and then grabbed what I needed to re-assemble the bike. at the end I had 3 extra screws. "WHAT", so I took panels off again here and there to see if I missed a screw or two. Could not find anything missing.
Took bike for a ride and everything seems tight and no issues. So am I alone in this conundrum? Has this happened to you at all??
Thanks
Rich
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Not alone
I've got two extra body panel screws in my glove box. Maybe next time I remove the tupperware I'll find where they belong.
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How about if you posted a pic of the screws?
(Along with something to add some perspective as to their size...)
It might help us: help you!
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Not looking for an answer :)
I know where the screws will go once I enventually find a missing one. I just thought it to be funny that I was very careful re assembling and still have 3 extra.
Nice to know I'm not alone and others have one or two until the next tear down of our Plastic.
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I could use a few extra ones. My spyder has had missing ones since I had it and I have stripped out the head of one. I need to go to the dealer and get some more. Also there was no springs on the left exaust intake when I got my bypass. If I tell them they man not believe me because I did the work.
2017 F3 Limited
2017 F3 Limited , Lamonster Black Dymond brake pedal with brake rod at #5 Pure Magnesium Metallic
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As the wife says to me while I have something apart "Spare Parts again?"
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Originally Posted by AY4B
I could use a few extra ones. My spyder has had missing ones since I had it and I have stripped out the head of one. I need to go to the dealer and get some more. Also there was no springs on the left exaust intake when I got my bypass. If I tell them they man not believe me because I did the work.
On the left side the exhaust no springs are installed from the factory and are not needed. Also on the left side there is a spot for 2 screws for the lower side panel. Again not installed from the factory and not needed. In fact if you install the spring clip nut and screws it will make it a pain in the a$$ for changing the oil. Requiring the removal of the rear side panel. On a limited also requires removing the the left saddlebag and mounting frame. So don't do it. Check it out for yourself on the BRP online parts fiche.
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Originally Posted by rworell
I know where the screws will go once I enventually find a missing one. I just thought it to be funny that I was very careful re assembling and still have 3 extra.
Nice to know I'm not alone and others have one or two until the next tear down of our Plastic.
All of my "projects" over the years, have left me with enough spare parts to build several snowmobiles, ATVs, dirtbikes, and streetbikes.
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Zip lock bags???
I know this won't help with the three screws that don't have thier home now but:
I put the panel screws in a sandwitch bag and tape it to the panel.
Works every time.
There is no:
Kaos
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Not unusual....
Though I have found the spots I missed, I have learned to set the panels aside with their respective screws to avoid this. You will notice some have a nylon washer and some don't . Painted panels should get the washer black panels don't need them. And, you can't thread a torx screw where a push pin goes....
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I use a small multi compartment parts box, type you buy at hardware store with the plastic lid. I always keep each components fasteners in a separate compartment so I know how many and what size each part takes. Just take note of what size screw goes in which hole, I put a sticker on the back of each unique screw size hole for quick reference.
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Originally Posted by rworell
So I'm hoping you find this somewhat amusing and can add to this as well. I took several body panels off my 2011 RT, changed the oil, checked fluids, cleaned really good behind or underneath (because I'm a neat freak). Only thing I didn't do was put the same screws I took off (said panel) with that panel as I worked. I put them in a large pile on my work bench and then grabbed what I needed to re-assemble the bike. at the end I had 3 extra screws. "WHAT", so I took panels off again here and there to see if I missed a screw or two. Could not find anything missing.
Took bike for a ride and everything seems tight and no issues. So am I alone in this conundrum? Has this happened to you at all??
Thanks
Rich
Rich this has happened to anybody and everybody at least once who does their own work. It is funny and frustrating at the same time. You're careful,you know you put a screw in every hole,you know you know you did it right, it works,nothing is loose or falling off, yet there they are laughing at you those **** extra screws( or parts or whatever)
There are screws that are hidden under an overlaying panel and you will find those holes next time you take it apart. And you learned a valuable lesson about keeping things together in a set order,which for you being a self confessed neat freak will be easy to remember. And now you have done a great service to all those Spyderlovers here that want to do their own work but are a little nervous about diving in. Thanks for the story and giving us all a chance to laugh at ourselves a little.
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I've always used a muffin tin or two and put screws in the same order as i set the panels down to keep them together .
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Do they go along the front of the left saddlebag?
As I recall when changing oil on our 2011 I usually removed the left long panel to get easy access to the trans filter, etc. When I removed the three screws in the black saddle bag (hidden by the lid), I usually placed them in the open lid close to where they went back. Just a thought. I have also managed to accumulate a few spares as well as some new replacements especially for the black pushpin fasteners that get mangled after a while.
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another story
I used to do a lot of sailboat racing on the gulf coast, and it was great fun to pitch a cotter pin or two onto a competitor's deck....then watch while they look around to see where it came from, eventually sending a man aloft to check all the rigging. Laughter is the best medicine.....
jb
John B.
Current ride: 2020 Spyder RT-s Petrol Metallic Blue dark with OEM top case
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when i used to take my wing apart to do some work, i always had extra stuff. i was surprised the bike still stayed together lol
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This is going to be a looooooooong thread.
Everybody has a frustrating/ funny story about "extra" screws.
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Originally Posted by cuznjohn
when i used to take my wing apart to do some work, i always had extra stuff. i was surprised the bike still stayed together lol
Did you ever get a chance to talk to it's next owner?
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no bob, i traded it in and a wholesaler bought it from ct.
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