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Old 03-21-2014, 10:13 AM
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So I have all the parts and just need the cam bearing tool to do a 107 kit on my 2009 Harley cross bones. The parts are used wiseco pistons, Carl's speed shop heads, bored cylinders, woods tw9b cams, tp roller rocker arms, and hydraulic lifters. I have all the gaskets and bearings (these are new) the rings are already on the pistons.
I am interested in doing it myself but this is my daily driver and I don't want to screw it up! The things I've done to my bike are handlebar swap and labriola jockey shift kit (which I burned the clutch on by improperly adjusting). So what say you wise ones ya or nay?
 
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Old 03-21-2014, 10:24 AM
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Are the cylinders the same ones that the pistons were fitted to with rings?If not make sure the rings are fitted to the cylinders or you may end up spraying an oil vapor trail.
 
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Old 03-21-2014, 10:28 AM
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Yes pistons and cylinders and cams from same motor.
 
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MY OPINION ONLY.

I would never use a used piston. they are cheap enough.

just my opinion though.
 
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Originally Posted by stockglock1927
MY OPINION ONLY.

I would never use a used piston. they are cheap enough.

just my opinion though.
Thanks they are in excellent condition.
 
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Old 03-21-2014, 10:45 AM
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Originally Posted by rgjujitsu
Thanks they are in excellent condition.
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Originally Posted by rgjujitsu
I am interested in doing it myself but this is my daily driver and I don't want to screw it up!
That sentence screams NAY!
 
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Old 03-21-2014, 12:34 PM
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I've never done it, but if you don't have to go into the case, it might not be too bad of a job...
 
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Old 03-21-2014, 01:05 PM
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I've never done that project, but having done a few sets of cams this last month, I'd go for it in a second. One piece of advise is to get and USE the service manual. The only problem I had on the first project I did was to follow the videos from a reputable company on YouTube and I didn't comparing the instructions in the manual. Cost me an oil pump, but luckily I discovered the issue before I completed the install and was able to replace it before I started the bike.

Following the assembly instructions from the manual and the parts kits makes it a fun, doable project.
 
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I did my own 107" build. Just pay attention to cleanliness, torques, clearances and use assembly lube. It's a great feeling when you fire it up for the first time. One more thing, your stock clutch ain't going to hold the extra hp.
 


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