Do Harleys have hydraulic lifters?
Harley-Davidson engines use roller tappets, which means they have a small wheel on the lower end that rolls on the cam as it turns. Hydraulic tappets contain a hydraulic piston that moves to automatically compensate for engine height growth from thermal expansion, keeping the valve train lash at zero.
Are my lifters solid or hydraulic?
Another way to quickly determine solid or hydraulic lifters is to push down firmly on the lifter end of the rocker arm. Hydraulic lifters will allow for some movement, whereas solid lifters will not budge.
What kind of hydraulic lifters does Harley Davidson use?
Since late 2001, HD has used Delphi brand hydraulic lifters. That’s why there was a Harley p/n change from 18538-99 to 18538-99A and now 18538-99B. However, Delphi did not
What is the displacement of a Harley Davidson 88B engine?
Although they’ve subsequently been 88B models. Read on for a brief overview of the specs of these engines. cubic inches. The 88B is 96 cubic inches, for a total of 1584 cc displacement. This is a marked improvement over the previous engine models, allowing for greater horsepower for the motorcycles. 88B twin cam engines is the dual coil system.
What’s the name of the Delphi Harley Davidson lifters?
That’s why there was a Harley p/n change from 18538-99 to 18538-99A and now 18538-99B. However, Delphi did not specifically designed for Harley as found in the Johnson-Hylift lifters.
What causes a Harley Davidson lifter to bleed?
After doing some small to stand up to Harley’s heavy valve spring pressure. The oil reservoir inside the lifter is too small. It doesn’t hold enough oil to let the lifter bleed valve train slack. Note: ALL lifters bleed off during operation and even
Where can I find information on Harley Davidson lifters?
– Harley Davidson Community here is some good reading check the search box for more lifter related info:s Been there, done that. I’ve read thru many threads and have searched “lifters” & Evo lifters.
Can a Harley Davidson lifter be changed without CAM?
I’ve read thru many threads and have searched “lifters” & Evo lifters. Some good info in there but all I kept reading was when one should change them, which way to have oil holes facing upon installation, if one could change lifters only without cam, etc etc.
When did I swap out my lifters on my Harley Davidson?
Discussion in ‘ Engine, Fuel and Exhaust ‘ started by PeteRock, Aug 17, 2011 . I’m looking to swap out my lifters. I’m looking for some advice on which brand to get.
Are there hydraulic lifters on a twin cam?
The twin cam has hydraulic lifters and the old sporty was solid lifters. I had cam bearings go out now putting motor back together and need to adjust the valves they are oversized cams with adjustable pushrods.