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Old May 26, 2018 | 08:40 PM
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I just recently finished customising my 1989 Sportster, new springer front end, new spoke rims, chopped the rear fender, etxc. I recently took off the air filter to change it and the gasket broke apart, as i did not have another gasket I just bolted it back on and now I am getting a popping noise. I am just wondering if this can be the reason I am getting this noise. This is my first bike and am fairly new to working on motorcycles. Idid all the customizations myself and would really appreciate some help. Thanks in advance.
 
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Old May 26, 2018 | 11:29 PM
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You might try posting your question for some help in the proper forum. This is the Softail Forum.
 
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Old May 27, 2018 | 07:29 AM
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I thought i was in the sportster section. That is the section i clicked on, but anyway thanjs a lot for all the help and not being an ******* about it.
 
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In answer to the question. In my opinion yes it can, I would get a new gasket, plus you don't want to dust your motor for lack of buying the proper part. Ride safe.
 
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