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Old May 17, 2011 | 03:44 PM
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I picked up some new rocker box "covers" only form a fellow member .

Before I tackle this I want to make sure I have it down .

REMEMBER THIS IS JUST THE COVERS .

So reading and searching am I correct in assuming by just replacing the covers its basically remove bolts take off and put on . New gasket most likely.

I have read some guys have to deal with push rods ect ... but isint that if you are replacing more than just the cover ?

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Old May 17, 2011 | 03:47 PM
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Just the covers no need to mess with the pushrods. If you were pulling the heads you would need to deal with that. New Gaskets for peace of mind.

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Old May 17, 2011 | 03:51 PM
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Thanks Drew

I kinda figured it was simple and I have the TQ values from the book .
 
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My manual does not have a part number for the gasket ? Anyone know what it is or where to get it .. dealer is a *** I will buy someplace else if need be
 
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Not sure on the year of your bike. Here is one on ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...em=#vi-content

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cool thanks again Drew
 
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Both Evo and Twin cam rocker boxes are multiple piece, and to replace the entire cover you have to remove the rocker arms...so yea you have to mess with the push rods. Here is a picture "how to" for a twin cam...Evo is similar.

http://www.nightrider.com/biketech/d...rocker_box.pdf
 
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^^^ That is for everything ... Im not changing everything .. just the top covers .
 
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Just a quick hint...make sure the old loctite and other crap is out of the holes before reassembly, or you may get bad torque readings.

I took the time to chase the threads and sucked the debris out with a choked-down shop vac, but that's me.

Yes to the new gaskets and butterfly valves. No need to skimp, they don't cost that much.

Swapping out rocker boxes is easy.
 
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