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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 03:13 PM
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I have a 07 road king 96ci. i am looking into new cams and have heard people say that its a easy install but havent found any threads on how to, and do i need any special tools. i am mechanically skilled just never worked on a bike. any help is appreciated Thanks Joe
 
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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 04:52 PM
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Get the service manual for your bike; read and then ask questions. It is not difficult but you do need the service manual. You should also upgrade the inner cam beariings while you have the cam chest open and that will require a purpose designed tool.
 
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