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Old May 15, 2017 | 07:23 PM
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Does anyone know the angle and dimension at which the holes are drilled for compression releases on a Twin Cam?
 
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I found this on another forum, I just don't understand the 2-5/16" measurement. Is it from the spark plug?

What I do is:
Measure in between the head bolt(short one on the intake side},and the spark plug hole 2 5/16" from the outer fin.
Center punch the spot.
Set the head up on an angle plate set at 15 degrees.
Use a wiggler or other method to keep the quill on the center punch mark.
Spot face with a 3/4" center cutting end mill.
Chuck up a 11/32" drill,and drill down 3/4".
Chuck up a .090" drill,and drill down through the chamber.
Set up a 10mm. tap,cut threads,and you're done.
 

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Not sure how they compare to HDs specs, but you can pull this off the HD service portal..
 
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Not sure how they compare to HDs specs, but you can pull this off the HD service portal..
Awesome!
thank you so much.
 
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when we install them,we put them right in front of the plug.alot easier to get too.i can get the specs to you if you want
 
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when we install them,we put them right in front of the plug.alot easier to get too.i can get the specs to you if you want
That would be great.
Thanks!
 
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Originally Posted by Road Star
That would be great.
Thanks!

email me at veetwinracing@hotmail.com ,I can include pics & stuff.to hard to put pics on the forums
 
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