Workshop Walkthrough
Panhead 74"/80" big-twin top-end — animated diagram walkthrough
A step-by-step animated walkthrough of the 7/16" head-stud + rocker-stud two-stage torque — non-symmetrical cam-gear mark to the pinion, the reverse-sequence head removal (75 → 34 → 14 N.m), the cam-chain tensioner plunger travel check (6-9 mm at rest), and the cold 0.10-0.13 mm intake / 0.13-0.15 mm exhaust clearance on the 1948-1965 Panhead.
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 Pa...
Drain oil and primary-case lubricant separately -- the Panhead shares no sump between engine and primary.
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