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[fxr4mikey]

I'll fix it Tim ..... I deleted my post ..... only needed it to get your attention to the broken link, Thanks Tim !!

[fxr4mikey]

This has been quite a while ago but I don't think the top heim joint must be removed in order to lower the engine for rocker box access.  It can simply pivot at each end when the motor movers down on the rear mounts.  I think.  But if it must be removed, it's not hard.  You may need to remove the coil for access. 

On the FXR4, I had to remove the coil and the coil mounting bracket. The top hemi joint has to be disconnected to lower the engine in the FXR4

[FXR2evo99]

Hello everyone---

Well I am just bringing this "THREAD" back up as I am currently involved in a engine rebuild which brings some updated information relative to this "THREAD".

Also wanted to mention that at least for the 2011 Harley Davidson Genuine Motor Parts & Accessories Catalog one can find on page # 807 Item # K   Hylomar Gasket And Thread Sealant HD# 99653-85 3.5 oz tube $15.95

Also I recently purchased a "Motion Pro" Rocker Box Tool         3/16"  This is a approx 11" long very thin stock metal bar that has a 3/8" cut out which is about 4" from the end, allowing one to get to those difficult to reach rocker cover 3/16" hex head bolts and be able to "torque" them.  Approx price inclusive of shipping $20.00.

Regards,

Tim

[fxr1234]

  I remember doing the rear rocker cover gaskets on 1989 fxr . I used a jack out of 1986 vw diesel placed under engine, removed front motor mount and alignment stabilizer and upper stabilizer engine mount and lowered engine  so front of engine was touching frame cross member. you may also loosen motor to trani bolts to lower it  a bit . I then cut off a allen screw wrench  and made a wrench out of thin flat steel to fit allen screw. FIRST use small vice grip pliers to loosen rear rocker left forward allen screw  it is the hardest to remove and with the least amount of clearance then loosen the other three allen screws. then remove them.

[FXR2evo99]

bump.....

 

[JamesButler]

  
Picking up a tube of the updated product: Permatex (#85249) "Hylomar Universal Blue Racing Formula Gasket and Flange Sealant" today at the local auto parts store.