How do you remove adjustable pushrods?

I screw the threaded portion up all the way into the pushrod. You have to keep threading the cup down while doing this. eventually you will have enough of the threaded rod up in the main rod, the cup will simply fall off. Once the cup is off, screw the rod the rest of the way you can.

Which pushrod is Exhaust Harley?

Premium Member. Black pushrods are exhaust, outer tappets are exhaust tappets.

How do you adjust Screamin Eagle pushrods?

Keep the pushrod tube from rotating with a 1/2 in or adjustable wrench. Slowly turn the adjusting screw with a 5/16 in wrench 2-1/2 complete turns counterclockwise (lengthening the pushrod) as viewed from the bottom. Hold adjusting screw and tighten locknut with 1/2 in open-end wrench against the pushrod tube.

What is a rocker box on a Harley?

Above the Cylinder Head is what is called a Rocker Box on this Sportster. Other engines may have valve covers or other components. The Rocker Box contains the mechanisms that control the rocker arm assemblies that open and close the valves.

How much torque does a Harley Davidson 103 have?

75 horsepower and 90 ft torque from the 103 engine.

Which pushrod is longer exhaust or intake?

Consequently, Exhaust pushrods on G.M. 3.1 and 3.4 engines are longer than their intake counterparts. As a result, It’s critical to reinstall, the correct length pushrods in the correct place.

How do I adjust my push rod?

Pushrod Adjustment

1. Bring Cam to Base circle for the tappets you wish to adjust. Rotate the engine.
2. Adjust the pushrods. Bring pushrods to Zero lash, no up and down movement, tight against rocker arm, and tight against tappet/lifter.
3. If you cannot spin the pushrod, you have S&S Limited Travel tappets (HL2T kit).

What are adjustable pushrods?

Adjustable pushrods allow you to change cams without removing the cylinder rocker boxes. You can cut the old solid ones off, install the cam and put in the adjustables since they can be “shortened” to do the install.

Can you use adjustable pushrods on a Harley?

In addition, you’ll receive sixteen video downloads, access to GOLD member LIVE events, and so much more! Learn how to remove the Harley cam cover and cam lifters. We remove the lifter blocks and Harley lifters in this procedure to give you a better view. We cut the pushrods and will use adjustable pushrods during reassembly.

How to remove retaining clips from Harley pushrods?

Step 1: Remove the retaining clips. These are the thingies (technical term) at the top of the pushrods that look like they have a little “suitcase” handle sticking out the front. The key here is leverage and using the fins of your engine for support.

What’s the difference between a pushrod and pushrod installation?

Part 1 will be on Harley Pushrod Removal and Part 2 will be on Harley Pushrod Installation. I joke a lot with my wife, because Pushrod is a very fun word to say. Over the years, I have become quite adept at successful Harley pushrod removal and installation, and I figured I would share some knowledge on this issue here.

What makes Screamin Eagle pushrods tapered and adjustable?

The one-piece chrome moly tube adds rigidity and durability, and the threaded adjustment feature provides easy cam installation without removing the cylinder heads or rocker boxes. These premium pushrods are tapered for enhanced clearance at the cylinder head, allowing the use of higher lift cams.