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Old Aug 12, 2017 | 09:16 PM
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Just changed cams,injectors,roller rockers,and installed acr's on my 08 flhr now the engine won't fire it seems like is wanting to fire but doesn't what should I check to try solving my issues..
 
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Old Aug 13, 2017 | 06:51 AM
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Recheck cam Timing....... Is it popping out the exhaust or intake?
 
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Roller rockers are hitting the webbing in the upper covers. Check compression to verify but that's most likely the issue.
 
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Old Aug 13, 2017 | 08:25 AM
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We checked the timing marks on the cams and crank that looks good but will check timing with timing lite to see if there is a cam issue thank you
 
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Roller rockers are hitting the webbing in the upper covers. Check compression to verify but that's most likely the issue.
Thank you jbarr1 I will check this issue as well we will check this am checking compression this morning
 
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Originally Posted by 98hotrodfatboy
Recheck cam Timing....... Is it popping out the exhaust or intake?
It's not popping it is wanting to run but only having exhaust out of front cylinder no popping ..seems like is wanting to to run
 
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Old Aug 13, 2017 | 09:08 AM
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Roller rockers are hitting the webbing in the upper covers. Check compression to verify but that's most likely the issue.
This is your problem.. Bet JB got it right.. Need to remove the web right above the valve.. Roller hits right there.. Heck Loosen the top covers and see if it starts..
 
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This is your problem.. Bet JB got it right.. Need to remove the web right above the valve.. Roller hits right there.. Heck Loosen the top covers and see if it starts..
That may be what is going on went to larger lift cams so the rollers just maybe hitting the webbing thank you Max..
 
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Not popping from exhaust and the Throttle body
 
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Not popping from exhaust and the Throttle body
What about it? Need compression to generate spark and deliver fuel.
 
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