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2007 Buell P3: Engine 3-29
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Rocker Arm Assemblies
1. Check each rocker arm, at pad end and push rod end, for
uneven wear or pitting. Replace rocker arm if either con-
dition exists.
2. Measure and record rocker arm shaft diameter.
a. See Figure 3-51. Measure where shaft fits in lower
rocker arm cover.
b. See Figure 3-52. Measure where rocker arm bush-
ings ride.
3. Measure and record rocker arm shaft bore diameter.
a. See Figure 3-53. Measure bore of lower rocker
cover.
b. See Figure 3-54. Measure rocker arm bushing inner
diameter.
4. Check the measurements obtained in Steps 2-3 against
the
SERVICE WEAR LIMITS. Repair or replace parts
exceeding limits.
5. Assemble rocker arms and rocker arm shafts into lower
rocker cover.
6. Check end play of rocker arm with feeler gauge.
7. Replace rocker arm or lower cover or both if end play
exceeds 0.025 in. (0.635 mm).
Figure 3-51. Measuring Rocker Arm Shaft Diameter
(Rocker Cover Position)
Figure 3-52. Measuring Rocker Arm Shaft Diameter
(Rocker Arm Bushing Position)
6606
6605
Figure 3-53. Measuring Rocker Arm Shaft Bore Diameter
in Lower Rocker Cover
Figure 3-54. Measuring Rocker Arm Bushing
Inner Diameter
6607
6608