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Old 13 January 2019, 03:45 AM   #1
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Strap Change on a 5712R

Does anyone have a good reference on how to change the strap on a 5712R. I’d like to get a few Rubber B straps so I have some versatility but am having trouble finding instructions. Also, a list of specific tools needed to accomplish this would be helpful. If this was already posted somewhere, I apologize I was not able to find it. Lastly, I live an hour and a half to the closest AD so it’s not an easy feat to just have them swap it out.

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Old 13 January 2019, 05:00 AM   #2
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Sorry I'd say an AD or if a local retailer who sells the rubber b

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Old 13 January 2019, 08:04 AM   #3
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I’d go this extra mile to change it at an AD.

PLease post some pics when you replace it.
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Old 18 January 2019, 04:59 AM   #4
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Thanks for the advice fellas!
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Old 18 January 2019, 05:51 AM   #5
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It's not that bad. Just the screws are tiny. Good set of screwdrivers and eyes and you can do it.

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Does anyone have a good reference on how to change the strap on a 5712R. I’d like to get a few Rubber B straps so I have some versatility but am having trouble finding instructions. Also, a list of specific tools needed to accomplish this would be helpful. If this was already posted somewhere, I apologize I was not able to find it. Lastly, I live an hour and a half to the closest AD so it’s not an easy feat to just have them swap it out.

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Old 18 January 2019, 07:49 AM   #6
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Does anyone have a good reference on how to change the strap on a 5712R. I’d like to get a few Rubber B straps so I have some versatility but am having trouble finding instructions. Also, a list of specific tools needed to accomplish this would be helpful. If this was already posted somewhere, I apologize I was not able to find it. Lastly, I live an hour and a half to the closest AD so it’s not an easy feat to just have them swap it out.



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Old 19 January 2019, 02:07 AM   #7
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My recommendation is to get some high quality screwdrivers from Otto Frei.
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Old 19 January 2019, 06:20 AM   #8
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It's not that bad. Just the screws are tiny. Good set of screwdrivers and eyes and you can do it.
All I have to do is remove the one screw on the underside as shown in the photo?
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Old 19 January 2019, 06:22 AM   #9
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All I have to do is remove the one screw on the underside as shown in the photo?
Noooooo she s a bleeder don't do ittttttttttt

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Old 19 January 2019, 07:19 AM   #10
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2 at the case. Slide out the bar which holds the strap. 1 small one at the 6 o'clock & a larger one at the 12. 4 total screws. It really is not that bad but definitely need a comfortable space & good screwdriver as mentioned by the other member. If not done properly you can damage the screws and thats not good! If in doubt always take it to a professional.


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