General Information; Important Notes; Special Tools - Victory Cross Roads Classic Service Manual

CYLINDER HEAD & VALVE TRAIN

GENERAL INFORMATION

Important Notes

• This section covers service of the cylinder heads, camshafts, cam chains and tensioners, cam chain guides and
rocker arms. Cam chain tensioners can be serviced with the engine in the frame. Most other cylinder head
components require engine removal.
• Refer to Chapter 6 for engine removal and installation.
• If cylinder heads are removed the cylinder base gasket must be replaced also.
• Head and base gasket replacement is recommended if camshaft carrier fasteners are loosened or removed.
The 1-piece camshaft carrier design on these engines uses common fasteners for the carrier, the cylinder head,
and the cylinder.
• Mark and store all mating parts for correct engine assembly.
• Use Moly Assembly Paste P/N 2871460 or Victory Semi-Synthetic 20W/40 Engine Oil P/N 2872176 to lubricate
parts where indicated.
• Handle and store all parts in such a way that they will not be damaged or contaminated.
• Some fasteners have a pre-applied locking agent, and must be replaced if loosened or removed. Always
replace fasteners that have a pre-applied locking agent or as directed in this service manual.
• There are some precision machining steps to be performed in this section. If you are not sure of your
capabilities in these areas, have a competent machinist perform these operations.
• Valve guide and seat reconditioning should be performed by a technician proficient in cylinder head
reconditioning techniques using high quality equipment with grinding stones. Do not attempt cylinder head
repair without the proper equipment or experience in cylinder head reconditioning techniques.
• The intake and exhaust valves cannot be re-faced.
• Cleanliness of parts is critical to engine life and accurate parts inspection. Use clean solvent to clean all
disassembled parts. Dry parts with compressed air and lubricate before engine inspection and engine assembly.

Special Tools

• Valve Spring Compressor PV-1253 or PV-4019 with adapter PV-43513-A
• Crankshaft Rotation Socket PV-48736
• 8mm or 5/16 pin punch (Commercially available)
• Engine lock Tool: PV-43502-A
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