Are there problems with a Twin Cam 88B engine?
Yes. It’s like any other machine, they need preventative maintenance. If you let it go then you’re asking for bigger problems. A buddy of mine has an 2001 TC with no problems, mine is an ’06 and my engine has been trouble free. Tensioner has minor wear on it. This winter I’m switching to the hydraulic system, BEFORE it becomes a problem.
Are there cam chain tensioners on a freind Fatboy?
My freind has 76K on a fatboy his wife now drives. It’s had cam chain tensioners at 40K and just normal maintence. You do need to check the cam chain tensioners though.
What happens if you leave a twin cam engine unfixed?
If this problem is left unfixed and not noticed, there is a chance that the entire engine of the Twin Cam will be destroyed; pistons, cams, even engine cases. It is a really serious engine problem that needs a lot of attention to get fixed.
Are there any problems with the Harley Davidson twin cam engine?
There are plenty of defects in the Twin Cam engines. Enough potential issues to actually alarm you and make you think twice before buying one. The main problem of the Twin Cam engine of the Harley Davidson is probably it’s the design aspect of the cam chain system. The actual design itself is designed poorly.
Are there any problems with the Harley Davidson Fat Boy 114?
Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114 Clutch Problems Among the many things Harley-Davidson has been known for are the clutch issues. In 2018, they issued another clutch recall for 178,000 bikes.
If this problem is left unfixed and not noticed, there is a chance that the entire engine of the Twin Cam will be destroyed; pistons, cams, even engine cases. It is a really serious engine problem that needs a lot of attention to get fixed.
There are plenty of defects in the Twin Cam engines. Enough potential issues to actually alarm you and make you think twice before buying one. The main problem of the Twin Cam engine of the Harley Davidson is probably it’s the design aspect of the cam chain system. The actual design itself is designed poorly.
Yes. It’s like any other machine, they need preventative maintenance. If you let it go then you’re asking for bigger problems. A buddy of mine has an 2001 TC with no problems, mine is an ’06 and my engine has been trouble free. Tensioner has minor wear on it. This winter I’m switching to the hydraulic system, BEFORE it becomes a problem.
What to do if your twin cam engine run out?
Check the tensioners for 99-06, crank shaft bearing on 03-06. plenty of fixes for the tensioners, either upgrade to the hydraulic cam plate or swap to a gear drive (if crank runout is in spec). CSB’s, fix is to have the 2002 and earlier timken bearings installed.
What’s the idle RPM on a V twin?
By the end of the season it was idling low, around 700, 750 rpm. According to the manual I am supposed to hook up a diagnostic tool to a connector, find a voltage and make adjustments. The connector has 4 pins according to the wiring diagram.
What kind of motor does a Harley Davidson Twin Cam have?
Combine an even bigger 4″ bore with the longer 4.375″ stroke, and CVO had a new Twin Cam 110 motor in their Dyna, Softail, Electra Glide, and Road King Customs. There were not any major upgrades or updates to the Harley lineup this year, but there was major work from the styling department in two new, wild, Softail models.
How much horsepower does a Harley Davidson 88B have?
So there I was, thumbing thru a large, colorful coffee table history of the Harley which I recieved for Christmas from some well meaning in laws, when I stumbled across a write up of a 2000 Softail which says the stock Twin Cam 88B only puts out 67 bhp, about 3 bhp less than a stock Evo.
Check the tensioners for 99-06, crank shaft bearing on 03-06. plenty of fixes for the tensioners, either upgrade to the hydraulic cam plate or swap to a gear drive (if crank runout is in spec). CSB’s, fix is to have the 2002 and earlier timken bearings installed.
When did the Harley Davidson twin cam engine come out?
Also, their Twin Cam engine was defective from 1996 to 2003 and came with a chain tensioner problem. Although Harley has had its setbacks, it has still succeeded as a legend in the motorcycle world.
What to do about twin cam engine problems?
Harley Cooling is an effective way to help your twin cam engine. The oil cooler features a controlled fan that provides a continuous flow of cooling air, thus helping your engines cool down and reduce the wearing of the plastic shoes. This is recommended since it directly tackles the problem head-on.
Is the V-twin hydraulic cam chain tensioner silent?
It’s #288902 and supplies all the same stuff as the HD system but uses roller chains for the inner and outer drives. Sales personell says that they are goin like hot cakes! Still have to buy a the cams but at least its not using the silent chain style in the inboard site. Don’t know what HD is thinking but I’ve had it with their system.
Is the new hydraulic cam chain tensioner truely outlast the old style?
Cheers. Does the new hydraulic cam chain tensioner truely significantly outlast the old style? Cheers. Click to expand… Sheeshh…hard to say for sure, but I just checked my obsolete tensioners at 22K miles and didn’t look used at all. Beautiful rkc! Longevity of hydraulic cam chain tensioner?