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Old 10-31-2009, 09:02 AM
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Angry Oil leaks out of Pushrod covers?

I am getting oil coming out my pushrod covers, i pulled the covers down and looked at the o-rings but they appear to be fine. Its a 2005 Roadking, can anyone help me out on this one?
 
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Old 10-31-2009, 10:32 AM
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There is really no way to get a visual inspection of the push rod gaskets. If oil is leaking from that area, it is time to change them. If you don't want to have to pull the rocker covers, you could just buy some adjustable rods,and use bolt cutters to cut your stock rods. Then, replace gaskets and adjust the rods, and you're ready to go ride.One thing to check first, is that your crank case vent is doing its job. But, usually if it is plugged or pinched, you will see smoke from the exhaust.
 
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Old 10-31-2009, 10:33 AM
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Cut and replace with adjustable as stated above. A little over $100 for all if you order from a 20% discount dealer.
 
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Check your breather system first. You could just have a little over pressure forcing the oil past the o-rings.
 
 
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