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S&S Cycle Billet Oil Pump for Big Twin Engines User Manual

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A. Wrap masking tape around .203" (13⁄64") drill bit .850" from point to use as depth guide. Carefully drill hole in Picture 15 .850" deep. See

Pictures 15 and 16.

Picture 15

Picture 16

NOTE - Drill size is very close to hole size and may distort hole if drill is not steadied.

Distorted hole may cause poor thread fit after hole is tapped.

B. Using 1⁄4-20 tap, carefully thread hole deeply enough for 1⁄4 -20 set screw provided in kit to bottom out with screw head .540" to .600" below

gear cover gasket surface. See Pictures 17 and 18. Remove tap periodically, clear chips, and install set screw to check depth.

CAUTION

Picture 17

Picture 18

NOTE - Do not tap hole deeply enough for set screw to block tappet screen oil feed passage. This will restrict oil supply to lifters and cylinder heads.

Restricted oil supply may cause extensive engine damage.

CAUTION