Harley Davidson Engine Timing
And now theres another manufacturer looking at VVT for the future.
Harley davidson engine timing. Twincam 88ci 1442cc 95ci 1556cc 8896ci bore 375in 9525mm. Coming in two different models of V-Twin engine 88 and 88B the twin cam was initially released for the production year 1999. Harley-Davidson has filed a patent for a new engine design that uses variable valve timing.
If you are not familiar with it VVT adjusts an internal combustion engines cam timing. Check for proper RPM and ignition timing as follows. Harley-Davidson plans VVT V-twin.
The term Shovelhead refers to a Harley-Davidson Big-Twin engine that was produced from circa 1966 to 1984. A collection of tips and tricks how tos and real experiences in the restoration of my 61 Duo Glide. But to meet the new standards Harley Davidson might be upgrading their V-Twin engine with pushrod cam trains with a new VVT Variable Valve Timing system.
On the right side of engine casesbelow where the 2 cylinders meet is a large Allen screw. Once implemented a VVT system optimizes both intake and exhaust valve timing to ensure the most efficient burning of fuel possible. This will expose your Ign.
Watch for the pair of dots that mark the advance timing position. Thread TIMING MARK VIEW PLUG Part No. Im aiming to publish updates as I go forward the object is to help fellow Panhead owners promote these classic bikes and entertain.
Early TCs also used a cam position. This seems logical and gives the engine a balanced feeling. And that manufacturer is Harley-Davidson.