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Old Sep 16, 2022 | 12:15 AM
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Which is the preference for adjustable pushrods in my 1991 FLH? Cold or after operation?
 
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Old Sep 16, 2022 | 12:44 AM
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I do them cold.
 
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Always cold
 
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Old Sep 16, 2022 | 10:13 AM
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I adjust them always cold.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2022 | 10:54 AM
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Another vote for cold.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2022 | 11:47 AM
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Always cold!
 
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Old Sep 16, 2022 | 12:40 PM
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Maybe I'll do 'em cold then......
Thanks all.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2022 | 02:29 PM
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Definitely cold engine, and you should know the TPi of the PR type.
 
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Haven't done it a lot but always cold

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