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Old Aug 25, 2016 | 10:10 PM
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Old Aug 26, 2016 | 03:50 AM
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I wonder if the special material washer they are talking about is made out of PEEK. I know that there is already an upgrade on the market that uses that same material in the previous version of the compensator.
 
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Glad they are starting to take notice of other peoples ideas, thoughts and complaints and addressing this f'd up mess they call a compensator.
 
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Old Aug 26, 2016 | 07:48 AM
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They talk about two spark plugs per cylinder but, I can only see one per cylinder.
 
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Originally Posted by smokindave
They talk about two spark plugs per cylinder but, I can only see one per cylinder.
The 2nd plug is in the top of the head instead of on the side, under the gas tank. My Yamaha Stratoliner is the same way. Gotta remove the tank to get to it, but not a big deal to remove the tank. I still cant believe they are sticking with that chain primary, what a waste of power and more maintenance.
 

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Originally Posted by Helomech74
I wonder if the special material washer they are talking about is made out of PEEK. I know that there is already an upgrade on the market that uses that same material in the previous version of the compensator.
Another forum thread mentioned the new HD washer looks like the "Compensaver" thrust washer.

I've never seen one in person, but several people acquainted with Compensaver products thought it was a very close copy..
 

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HD introduced that T70 in 2014. You torque it to 175 foot pounds. 200 works better. No issues.
Got it thanks.
 
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