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S&S Cycle Easy Start Camshafts for X-Wedge Engines User Manual

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9- The intermediate cam cover can now be installed onto the crankshaft and crankcase—be sure not to damage the pinion shaft seal.

NoteS:

Before installing the intermediate cam cover, apply a coating of high-temp wheel bearing grease to the inside of the pinion seal.

Position all four cam lobes toward the center of the intermediate plate before installing on to the crankcase to aid in clearing the rollers on the tappets.

10- Treat the six ¼-20 intermediate cam cover fasteners with blue Loctite® 242 and torque to 90-120 in-lbs.

Note: The tensioner is a non-service item and should be replaced as a unit.

11- Install the cam belt cover with a new gasket. Treat the ¼-20 fasteners with blue Loctite 242 and torque to 90-120 in-lbs.

PINION SPROCKET INSTALL
1- Be sure the engine is at top dead center front (TDCF) cylinder.

Note: It is possible to install this 180° off. Be sure the dot matches the mark on the sprocket and front piston is at TDC.

2- Slide the sprocket over the pinion shaft. You must align the notch on the sprocket to the dot on the crankshaft and the FTDC mark on the

intermediate cam cover. Make sure that the front piston is at TDC!

3- Apply oil to the threads of the head of the bolt.
4- Do not apply Loctite®.
5- Slide washer onto bolt. Tighten bolt and washer to crankshaft by using TP45 (Torx® Plus 45). Torque to 35 ft-lbs.

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