Re: Our 1932 901

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2016/6/26 13:32:49

Isn't 45 ft-lbs for the cylinder head nut torque way low? Assuming they are 7/16-20 they should be about 62 ft-lbs.

It's accepted practice to soak leather accelerator pumps in gasoline for a few hours before installing to soften the leather. If yours was new and dry or had dried out over time it might explain the sticking and I'd think it will resolve itself as the leather gets wet and stays that way.

Great-looking machine, you should be proud as a peacock!