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Old Nov 5, 2014 | 08:24 PM
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Hey guys, I'm gonna be wrapping up my cam install and want to know prior to starting the bike do I need to change the oil first or can I go ahead and start it.. I lost a lil oil taking off the cam cover but not enuff to say grace over.. Thanks in advance!!!! Holla
 
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No problem. Start it up,listen, and then check oil level and add if necessary.
 
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Aight then!!! Kool!!!!
 
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Originally Posted by bosshog919
Hey guys, I'm gonna be wrapping up my cam install and want to know prior to starting the bike do I need to change the oil first or can I go ahead and start it.. I lost a lil oil taking off the cam cover but not enuff to say grace over.. Thanks in advance!!!! Holla
I just did my cams last weekend as well. What did you go with?
 
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I just did my cams last weekend as well. What did you go with?
I did too. 255s for me.
 
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I always change the oil when I do cams. How many miles are on the oil? Pump the oil to the top end before you start it. (pull the spark plugs and crank the engine over until the oil light goes out)
 
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Originally Posted by harleytuner
I always change the oil when I do cams. How many miles are on the oil? Pump the oil to the top end before you start it. (pull the spark plugs and crank the engine over until the oil light goes out)
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Grt!!! Went 204's for the cam with fuel moto adj rods!!! Stay tuned!!!!
 
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I don't change the oil until I after I have ran the engine. I use assembly lube when installing and want it flushed out.

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