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Dec 23, 2010 | 06:42 AM

VA_Grumpy_Biker

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From: Fredericksburg VA

Won't start

Have 04 softtail std. 88 ci - changed from chain cams to gear cams and now bike won't start. Engine turns over VERY slow and hard. Using an old auto method of checking spark - it appears there is no spark at the plugs. That may not be true, but not sure. Need some advice on where to look next.

Dec 23, 2010 | 07:05 AM

RHillbilly

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could be out of time

Dec 23, 2010 | 07:25 AM

oldbiker771

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From: L.A. (Lower Alabama)

Sounds like the cams are mis-indexed (you didnt line up all the little dots). Carb or FI? What cam?

Dec 23, 2010 | 08:03 AM

VA_Grumpy_Biker

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From: Fredericksburg VA

Thanks to both replies. That is my next check to open the side cover and check the dots on the gears. I installed the outside gears and had HD dealer install the cams into the cam plate. So if it is out of time, I hope I did it and not the dealer. Cams are S&S 510s.