This is the best tool you will ever find for replacing the tappet rollers on Knuckles, Pans, Shovels, and Ironhead Sportsters. This tool is 100% made in the USA and is built to last. It's not cheap, but it's the best one you'll find anywhere.
Product Info:
- Allows for fast, easy, and precise replacement of tappet rollers.
- Fits lifters from 1936-1983 Big Twin models, 1957-1985 XL models, or any other lifer with a .730-.740 body diameter, .850-.855 roller diameter, and .355-.370 roller width. Will not fit evo or twin cam lifters
- Precision machined with very tight tolerances for a perfect fit. Lifter will not move around when performing operations.
- Type III mil spec hard anodized finish for incredible durabilty.
- Easily clamps into vise to make the whole job easy.
- 100% made in USA
- Lifetime warranty
How to Use:
Step 1: drill out ends of old axle
- Use included 7/32" drillbit and drill about 1/16" into each side of the old tappet axle.
- Lightly oil the drill bit before putting in through the hardened drill bushing. Be sure to blow chips out in between drilling the two sides of the lifter.
Step 2: Drive out old axle
- Carefully drive out the old tappet axle using the included pin punch. This should take a few firm strikes from a 16oz ballpeen hammer. If 2-3 firm strikes aren't enough to start moving the old axle out, take out the lifter and move it back to station/step 1 and drill out a little more of the end of the axle before continuing again to step 2 and driving the axle out.
Step 3: Install new roller assembly and set the ends of new axle
- Install new/replacement roller assembly and axle into lifter body. New axle should slide right through lifter body without being forced. Set lifter assembly into station/step 3 of the tool and use the included roll pin punch to lightly set the ends of the new axle on each side. This should take just 2-3 light/medium strikes with a 16oz ballpeen hammer.
- Its best to flip the lifter back and fourth a couple of times between the first few light strikes with a hammer. Axle should remain centered within the lifter body, with an equal amount of the axle protruding out of each side.
Warning:
- Be sure the new axle is secure and has no detectible movement.
- Be sure the new roller moves freely
