Driveshaft clip Oring or Metal Clip????? Sportster

[larrybr45]

I have 96 sportster and ready to put shaft in for 3rd time (long story)

Before installing i put on the metal clip/retainer and noticed that the stainless steel seal carrier/support ring does NOT slide over the metal clip.

I put on a rubber oring and noticed that the stainless steel seal carrier/support ring goes OVER the oring and covers it and the oring forms a perfect seal around the stainless steel piece. This looks like a better seal.

Can someone clarify if the stainless steel carrier/support ring is supposed to slide over the metal clip or oring?

Again, when using the rubber oring it appears the stainless steel piece covers it and slides a little over the oring. When i use the metal "C" clip it actually holds the stainless steel ring at an edge so there is about 1/4 inch of gap from edge of stainless steel support ring underneath that is wasted. Also, when using the "c" clip it only covers 1/2 the driveshaft. Curious if I should have the stainless steel support ring cover the oring or metal clip?

 

[racerxxx]

Yes it should be covered. Make sure the groove is clean and the clip is fully seated.

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[Coastiejoe]

SS is the way to go.. Much stronger and it is easy to replace. If nothing else, use the O-ring style but have a C-clip with you.