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Old Nov 7, 2009 | 03:56 PM
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I plan on installing SE 255 cams into my 09 street glide with 4k miles. Do I really need to replace the inner cam bearings during the install? The tool cost for a one time use is a little high. Has anyone not replaced them?The miles are low and they are already roller bearings, is it really necessary? If so, does anyone want to rent me thier tools?
 
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Old Nov 7, 2009 | 04:24 PM
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Put the Torrington's in. B 168's. You can get them at George's garage for $20 each. It's worth it if you are already in there. You can get a bearing puller from Auto Zone for free. http://www.georges-garage.com/tc_engine_2.htm

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Old Nov 7, 2009 | 04:33 PM
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Originally Posted by HD REBEL
The tool cost for a one time use is a little high.
The cost of replacing the inferior INA's and the parts they take out is even higher!
 
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Old Nov 7, 2009 | 06:28 PM
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Originally Posted by HarleyGoodies
Put the Torrington's in. B 168's. You can get them at George's garage for $20 each. It's worth it if you are already in there. You can get a bearing puller from Auto Zone for free. http://www.georges-garage.com/tc_engine_2.htm

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$20 each seems high. Check your local dealership. Mine uses Torringtons too! I got them for $9.95 ea (and then a further 30% off but that was a special deal).
 
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Old Nov 7, 2009 | 06:40 PM
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+1 on the Torringtons!
 
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Old Nov 7, 2009 | 07:17 PM
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OK, Going to install them, cheap insurance! Found a set for $20. Thanks
 
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Old Nov 7, 2009 | 07:23 PM
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The cam bearing puller is $83 bucks on Ebay.
George's Garage brand.
You could buy it then resell it.
 
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Old Nov 7, 2009 | 07:32 PM
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No need to replace. The bearings in the older models did have a recall may years ago. There is no need to change the bearing. The OEM bearing are of good quality and will last as long as any other bearing in your engine. If your being told that they are week, then why not replace the crank and rod bearing also? Just my opinion. Good insurance would to be buy the extended warranty.
 
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Old Nov 7, 2009 | 08:43 PM
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Not changing mine,I am starting next week on my cam change in anticipation of my Fuelmoto pipe.I do not believe the sky is falling.
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Old Nov 7, 2009 | 09:03 PM
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The bearings are $7 something in amazon.com.
 
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