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Does the rear pulley need to come off to change the tire? How?
I'm changing the rear tire on my 21 RTL. Does the pulley have to come off for a tire shop to change the tire; and if so, how does the pulley come off?
I've removed the brake disk already. Shop manual is not clear.
Thanks
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 04-17-2024 at 06:23 PM.
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On my 2015 the pulley just pulls off. It is secured in rubber bushings and it will just pull out with a bit of effort. When you put the pulley back in place make sure it is aligned so you can get to the valve stem easily. I use a marker to make a small mark on pulley and wheel so I get it back in the original spot. the mark can be wiped off with a bit of alcohol when the job is done.
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ok thanks I'll try more pull presure
2021 RTL
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go round and round as pulling up
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success, didn't want to start and find out there was a clip or something. Tire should be here tomorrow. then reassembly
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Tip-
When reinstalling the rubber cushions apply white lithium grease to them as it makes sliding the drive pulley on easy. Lithium grease dosn't harm rubber. Any auto parts store should have white lithium grease in spray cans.
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Not so sure about the lithium grease in the previous post. I don't like to put anything on where it might cause a problem. Dish detergent will also make the parts slippery for assembly and then it dries completely without harming any parts, or leaving a slippery surface.
Not familiar with any kind of grease that just dries and goes away after assembly.
Ffrom the web----
Where should you not use lithium grease?
It's not advisable to use them on plastic parts. As lithium is based on petroleum, it tends to speed up the decay of rubber and plastic components. Lithium-based grease can withstand high temperatures and are perfect for cars, heavy machinery, and guns.Apr 19, 2021
bisleyinternational.com
Last edited by Gwolf; 04-18-2024 at 06:39 AM.
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I have been doing this for years with never an issue, but whatever makes you comfortable using, and soapy water works for tire mounting also.
2021 Sea To Sky, 2020 RTL
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but our benefits don't?
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thanks for the tips. Many pictures taken during disassembly. Things don't get forgotten that way.
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Originally Posted by Paddy4810
thanks for the tips. Many pictures taken during disassembly. Things don't get forgotten that way.
Made my living twisting wrenches and cell phone camera is among the top tools ever invented.
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