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- If gap exists, fabricate shim just thick enough to

fill gap

- Install opposite corner shim and mounting bolt

and nut, and tighten identical to other bolt.

9- Check other corners with feeler gauge to confirm

thickness required is same as before. If not,

determine cause and correct.

NOTE- S&S

T124V engine installation in 1984-1999 design

otorcycle frame is essentially the same as stock, although

additional clearancing and shimming may occasionally be

required. When this style of case is solid mounted instead of

rubber mounted, additional care must be taken in installing

the case. Main areas of concern are between cases and frame

motor mounts. Checking clearance around and between case

mounting bosses and frame is necessary to insure that

crankcase r

ests squarely on motor mount pad and no stress is

applied to crankcases when mounting bolts are tightened.

Shimming may be required to compensate for variances

between frames.

Replace all other motorcycle components removed for

engine installation. Consult authorized Harley-Davidson

service manual for installation procedure for stock parts

not covered in S&S instructions.

NOTE- On certain models it may be necessary to switch the

shift linkage to the outside of the shift lever. Make certain

that there is clearance between the shifter rod and the engine

crankcases.

5- Ignition System Installation

A-

All Carbureted S&S T124 and T124V assemblies come

with an S&S IST (Intelligent Spark Technology)

ignition. Use of this ignition system is highly

recommended. All aspects of ignition timing-

advance, r

etard, and curves are handled

automatically by the S&S IST ignition.

B- Once the IST ignition has been installed per the

included instruction sheet 51-1155, no other

adjustments ar

e necessary

NOTES

● If the S&S IST ignition is not used, S&S recommends using

electr

onic ignition with adjustable advance cur

ve in S&S

T124 and T124V engines. Adjustable cur

ve permits

slowing rate of advance to control or eliminate pinging

under heavy load or when elevated temperatures or poor

quality gasoline encounter

ed.

● All other ignition systems other than the included S&S IST

ignition install per manufacturers instructions.S&S

recommends setting the total ignition advance to 28

degrees. Timing degree recommendations given by S&S

take pr

ecedence over the ignition manufactur

ers

instructions.

Timing that is too advanced will result in detonation and

engine damage. Timing that is too retarded will result in

ngine over-heating and engine damage. (This caution

applies only to installations other than the S&S IST Ignition)

If S&S determines that engine damage was caused by

improper ignition timing, repair will not be covered under

arranty.

xcessive ignition advance

ill cause engine to kick back

against the starter during start-up and “buck” when ridden at

steady speed with partial throttle. An advanced condition can

also cause pinging or ignition knock and possible piston

damage. These symptoms may not be noticed if electronic

ignition with “soft” advance curve is used.

Excessive ignition retard causes sluggish performance and

severe overheating with possible subsequent damage to the

engine, and must also be avoided. Immediate or rapid exhaust

pipe discoloration is usually a sign of retarded ignition timing.

6- Fuel system installation and tuning

NOTES - S&S

Engine assemblies are available with either

carbureted or fuel injected systems.

Assembled Engines are shipped with the carburetor or fuel

injection system installed. Refer to the included instructions for

operation and tuning .

A- Install fuel system.

1- Engine assemblies supplied with Super “G”

carburetors, refer to included instruction sheet

51-1012.

Engine assemblies supplied with Super “D”

carburetors,refer to included Special Application

Racing Carburetor Supplement for additional

information.

3- Engine assemblies supplied with fuel injection, r

efer

to included Induction System instruction Sheet.

B- Re-install and connect fuel tank.

1- Refer to appropriate service manual. Inspect fuel

lines and clamps - r

eplace as necessar

Check fuel line connections and r

outing. A

void

hot surfaces. Make certain that the protective

cover has been placed over fuel line, and that it

is clear from sharp edges and abrasive surfaces.

3- Fill the fuel tank with a sufficient quantity of

gasoline for the initial star

t-up pr

ocedure.

Double check that all fuel line connections have

been made correctly and there is no gas leakage

at any point in the system.

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