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I don't know why it took me so long to realize, but the plain chrome timer cover on my 96 flstn has mounting screws at the 3/9 position, not 6/12. I removed the outer cover (3/32 hex) and there are vertical holes, as well, on the inner cover. Was this a common mod, drilling and tapping for horizontal covers? Just curious. Thanks for any insight.
The stock timing cover was pop riveted at 12 and 6. Most came with a V2 embossed aluminum cover. Most have been changed out through the years, It’s cool these days when I see one in its original state.
The stock timing cover was pop riveted at 12 and 6. Most came with a V2 embossed aluminum cover. Most have been changed out through the years, It’s cool these days when I see one in its original state.
I would love an NOS v2 cover. My rivets are long gone. I have s3 cams, se ac and se ignition. I'm just wondering about the inner cover not being attached to the outer cover.
Ok, last question. Looking at the inner cover, the 3-9 position accepts a screw, but the 6-12 position is not threaded. How can I mount an Evo designed (vertical) cover when there are n threads to screw into on the inner cover. This is probably obvious but I appreciate any feedback.
You need special rivets that aren't too hard to find. Most dealers probably still have them. Part# 8699
They are called "sealing" rivets or closed end rivets and can be found at some parts stores especially if they stock body shop supplies.
The head of the mandrel is encapsulated in the rivet so when it "pops" off, it remains. A regular pop rivet will work, but if the remaining part of the mandrel vibrates loose and falls into the timing sensor area, it could be bad.
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