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Old Jul 28, 2008 | 01:06 PM
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I was wondering how to check the intake gaskets on my 98 superglide. I want to stay away fromanthing that willl hurt my grey motor Thanks
 
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Old Jul 28, 2008 | 01:11 PM
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Have'nt tried it, but have read on here a unlit propane torch will work.
 
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What are the results when checking. Thanks
 
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Old Jul 28, 2008 | 01:43 PM
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If you have a leak, your idle will speed up a bit. Try going in from the left side of the motor. You dont want the propane just entering thru the air cleaner giving you a false result.
 
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Just a trickle of propane . You dont want or need it blasting out of the UNLIT torch.
 
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spray a little carb cleaner around the intake and if there is a leak the engine will rev up.
 
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I am going to try carb cleaner being that I have some. Do you know where the best way to get that red extender so it doesnot go all over
 
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I can just about guarantee that any '98 HD would need the seals replaced by now, especially if they never have before.
 
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98glider Why do you think that there is a problem? I have a 99 and don't expect any issues anytime soon.
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I would use starting fluid. Listen for idle changes as you go around. Even could drop. Starting fluid evaporates fast enough so it wont leave anything behind
 
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