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Savage "Plug/Cap" Leak
02/18/14 at 14:17:32

I replaced the plug/cap this weekend. Took a long time since I haven't done this before.

My hats off to Savage_Greg, Versi, Digger, OldFeller and all others who added valuable information to the ongoing thread. I could not have done it without all your help.

So, the bike is not leaking anymore but since then there is a loud ticking sound coming from it (underneath the head cover, possibly the cam chain). I am attaching the sound file and will appreciate if anyone can help me figure this out. It is very likely I messed something up when putting the headcover back on.

The bike is '99 stock except Raptor petcock and had 5,750 miles on it.

Thanks.

BikeSound_wav.zip

1999, Black, Raptor petcock, K&N air filter, otherwise stock. 5,800 miles.

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verslagen1 YaBB Moderator ModSquad Offline Where there's a will, I want to be in it. Posts: 28886 L.A. California Gender:	Re: Savage "Plug/Cap" Leak Reply #1 - 02/18/14 at 14:25:54 try readjusting the valves. If 1 (R vs. L) is slightly tighter than the other... you'll get a tap.
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old_rider Serious Thumper Offline Backyard Bill Productions Posts: 3147 flordia panhandle Gender:	Re: Savage "Plug/Cap" Leak Reply #2 - 02/18/14 at 14:36:22 Since you remove the head to replace or reseat the plug, does the amount of sealant you use make a difference in the gap for your valve clearance?
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verslagen1 YaBB Moderator ModSquad Offline Where there's a will, I want to be in it. Posts: 28886 L.A. California Gender:	Re: Savage "Plug/Cap" Leak Reply #3 - 02/18/14 at 15:02:33 old_rider wrote on 02/18/14 at 14:36:22: Since you remove the head <<<cover>>>to replace or reseat the plug, does the amount of sealant you use make a difference in the gap for your valve clearance? yes, that's why you need to readjust afterwards.
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