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Old Feb 5th, 2006, 07:51 PM   #1
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Hello to all,
I'm having to replace the rear cyl. exh. push-rod tube seal (center position)again! I've tried doing it exactly as the o.e. manual states;It still leaks after a few higher R.P.M./freeway miles of riding.I've tried using a thin coating of PERMATEX AVIATION glue which lasted slightly longer than the recommended procedure,But eventually failed.Heres what I got:'00-FXDWG/95' carbureted(42mm MIKUNI),S&S 570 gear-drv. cams,Delkron cam plate,FEULING superpump,FEULING "HP"-lifters,S.E. adj. pushrods w/new tube springs & new inner tube(s),JIMS roller rocker arms,DELKRON rocker supports,S.E. PERF. heads,& a THUNDER-HEADER.I'm aware of the crankcase pressure with these motors,But what am I doing wrong here!?.Any suggestions would greatly be appreciated,THANKS!!!
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Old Feb 8th, 2006, 06:35 AM   #2
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I simply added an aluminum oil drain gasket(auto-type)to the bottom of the push-rod tube spring(increasing the springs tension)& solved the leak...I think.
I've ridden it for 25 miles so far & all seems good.
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Old Feb 8th, 2006, 02:57 PM   #3
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Strange perhaps a bent pushrod tube or one that is damaged or a bad spring not holding it down but you'd get a leak out of the bottom more than likely.
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