Ok, a simple question,
If the Dana inlet is already too big to match the size of the header pipe, (everyone says they are) then why would you make it bigger. And how does that cure the alignment problem ? Is making a hole that is already too big, being used in place of the 7-10 degree alignment problem ? Please say you're kidding ! Or tell me what I'm missing.
Arthur wrote on 03/16/10 at 15:41:10:

Thanks Gort.

Arthur wrote on 03/16/10 at 18:15:53:


I still don't understand this.   My header pipe is 2 and 7/16 to the collar.   The header goes a full 2 inches into the Dyna before it stops against the lip on the inside of the muffler, leaving only 7/16 left.   I don't see how 5/16 versus 7/16 makes any difference here.  2 inches of surface is plenty for the clamp.  Getting the header into the Dyna isn't the problem.    See pictures below.





Arthur wrote on 03/16/10 at 18:15:53:


This is where the problem lies, and I think it's a difference in the manufacturing of the header pipe.   On my bike, it's more than 10 degrees.  In fact, if I allow the muffler the follow the natural angle of the header pipe, THE FAR END OF THE MUFFLER IS BANGING AGAINST THE REAR WHEEL HUB.   The rear end of the muffler needs to be bent out to the right about 4 INCHES before it will line up with the support bracket, and this puts stress on the exhaust pipe and the flange/studs.  (Not to mention the fact that you can only get 1 bolt into the support bracket.)  





This muffler WILL NOT fit properly or safely on MY bike, and I can easily see why it doesn't work for some other people too.  

Now, I've already found a solution to my problem so I no longer have much interest in this.   But for the sake of all the future newbies who might stumble into this mess like I did, please start attaching some disclaimers to the whole "bolt on a Dyna muffler" mantra.  It doesn't "just work" for everybody.

Joe

Here is how mine fits in relation to the rear wheel.  It is close to the brake cable but doesn't rub it.  The Savage header pipe is 5/16" from the mouth of the Dyna.  Everything bolted up.  

These Dyna's cost close to $30.00 off Ebay and less from Harley shops that remove them.  They sound good, and can be made to sound louder. Myself I think its worth the try to see if it can be fitted to a Savage, in light of how easy it has been for so many owners.

siriusjoe wrote on 03/17/10 at 12:10:00:


I will be curious to see how well the Jardine bolts on, and promise not to laugh if it also requires a little "encouragement."

Ok so you got an 05 model.. any signs that the bike was tipped over on the right side?  Because if the previous owner dropped it and tweaked the rear mount, that would explain why the rear of the dyna muffler was too far left for it to go on.

I'll bet money that Jardine is not straight and it will have a kink to get the muffler out from the bike.

 Yes thats what I meant.

its does fit perfect     just like the raptor petcock which I blindly bought off ebay, on recomendation.  just fitted that as well

is there like a library list of age/part numbers that will defiantly fit for these pipes