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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 06:54 AM
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Im rebuilding a 1993 evo from my Electra glide classic.
Ive never rebuilt a harley engine before, any special tips or tricks anybody have? Also, any special tools i might need to get before I begin?
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 10:43 AM
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What parts are getting "rebuilt"?
 
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Old Jul 30, 2007 | 07:40 AM
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full teardown major engine overhaul, bearings, rings gaskets, valves,valve seals etc...
 
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Old Jul 31, 2007 | 05:47 PM
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I think you'll just have to ask questions or probe for advice as you're going through. More specific guestions may trigger people to chime in with advice.

Start a rebuild thread to document the build all the way through. That'll get some attention.
 
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