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Old May 14, 2015 | 09:20 PM
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Hi guys,

I do not speak english very well, but I 'll try to explain my problem. I try to adjust my timing on my Softail 1987. I reinstal the ignition modul and I look in the inspection hole. I put the vertical line in the middle. I don't now if its good procedure. After I have a timing lamp but I know what to do. Is it any one who can help me.

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Old May 14, 2015 | 09:44 PM
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Try this link

http://www.nightrider.com/biketech/i..._timing_00.htm
 
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Old May 15, 2015 | 07:18 AM
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OK, I will try this.

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