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Old Apr 2, 2008 | 03:42 PM
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Check the intake seals for leaks first,what type of ignition?Try going back to points if you think its ignition related.What are your jet sizes?And are you sure you didnt lose one of the small orings if S&S bowl was off?My guess is its carb related.
 
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Old Apr 5, 2008 | 08:28 PM
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checked timing , marks line up but pistons not where they should be . i think something came loose on crank . thanks for the help !
 
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