I realize these posts are ancient, but I just joinedthis group, AND I’ve just finished replacing the internal parts of my ‘04 FLHTCI Cam Body (cams, oil pump, lifters, push rods) by myself, opting to buy the inner/outer cam bearing installation tool, and taking two days to remove/replace the chain-driven cams with gear drives.
The S&S kit I chose (.510 lift cams) was expertly packaged with all the necessary parts, lubrication, thread-locker, and gaskets, and included excellent step-by-step installation instructions. I have tinkered with all the different Harley’s I’ve owned over the years - 3 Sportsters, a Low Rider, a Wide Glide, and now the FL, and I feel very comfortable wrenching on my own - considering the fact that I have wrenched on a lot of stuff over the years, and can usually follow instructions when given - I have to say that this little project was by far one of the easiest I have undertaken.
If any of you are considering upgrading your Twin Cam HD from the standard wire-type cam chain tensioner to either hydraulic tensioner, or even gear driven cams, you will save about $700-$1000 in labor by doing it yourself.....and of course now there are many helpful Utube Videos on this very subject that I encourage you to look at. Also, I am happy to answer any questions you may have regarding this post.
Happy wrenching!
Steve