Workshop Walkthrough
Ironhead XL Sportster top-end — animated diagram walkthrough
A step-by-step animated walkthrough of the XLH cast-iron cam-chest sequence — separate engine and primary oil drain (1965-1977 XLH shares the sump), the non-symmetrical cam-gear mark to the pinion, the H-D 91810-65 compressor lift before cam pull, and the cold 0.10-0.15 mm intake / 0.15-0.20 mm exhaust clearance at TDC with two-stage head torque 27 N.m cross + 54-61 N.m re-torqued hot.
Workshop Walkthrough
Watch each step animated on-canvas, then run the numbered steps below at the bench. Tap to pause; pinch to zoom when paused.
Step 01 - Drain oil and primary case lubricant separately -- the XL...
Drain oil and primary case lubricant separately -- the XLH shares the engine sump with the primary for 1965-77.
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