Free Rocker Shaft Fix (new version)
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Re: Free Rocker Shaft Fix (new version)
I think I'll be doing this on my 92,000 mile '78.
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Re: Free Rocker Shaft Fix (new version)
So, what would be the fix after another 50,000+ miles?
New shafts, if available?
Used shafts in better condition, if available?
Build up & re-machine existing shafts, if affordable?
Could the shafts be machined smooth, with the rockers re-bushed and honed to fit?
New shafts, if available?
Used shafts in better condition, if available?
Build up & re-machine existing shafts, if affordable?
Could the shafts be machined smooth, with the rockers re-bushed and honed to fit?
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Re: Free Rocker Shaft Fix (new version)
lots of options. i think i would wait until i hit 150k before worrying about it. i have more then that on cyborg, and they are still fine
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Re: Free Rocker Shaft Fix (new version)
Does this Happen to the GL1200 as well ? and if so is there any difference in proceedure ? I got the bike with 153,000 on it and i have added something like 5k in the last 7 monthes I do hear a slight tap tap noise but its not real loud. I assumed it was a exhause leak at the header to adapter pipe on my bike (i have harley take offs on it) with no gasket. There is a little smoke that puffs from it when i start the bike on a cold morning and have the choke on.
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Re: Free Rocker Shaft Fix (new version)
I'd tend to think that's an exhaust noise. The 1200's have hydraulic lifters.
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Re: Free Rocker Shaft Fix (new version)
Isn't that the the restrictor orifice, at the head gasket joint, is for? To maintain oil pressure in the bottom end?Old Fogey wrote:The the top end will get over oiled, the crank bearings will be starved......
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Re: Free Rocker Shaft Fix (new version)
Yes.
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Re: Free Rocker Shaft Fix (new version)
Is there any way to get the pictures back to this article?
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Re: Free Rocker Shaft Fix (new version)
will PM Old Fogey
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