Indian Motorcycle Chief 2003 Service Manual page 159

INDIAN CHIEF SERVICE MANUAL
Install the second compression ring with the dot facing
upward.
Figure 300 — Positioning ring gaps
Piston and Cylinder Installation
Inspect the cylinder head studs to make sure that they
are clean and undamaged. If cleaning is necessary,
place clean cloths around the connecting rods and in
the cylinder bores of the crankcase to protect the
crankcase from falling debris. Clean the threads of the
cylinder head studs, using carburetor/brake cleaner
and a clean cloth. Finally, blow off any remaining
debris and excess cleaner with compressed air and then
remove the cloths from the crankcase cylinder bores.
Place protective sleeves on the cylinder studs to protect
the pistons and rings from damage during installation.
Remove the rod alignment tool from the connecting
rod and lubricate the wrist pin and connecting rod
with clean engine oil. Place the piston in position on
the connecting rod with the notched skirt facing the
middle of the engine. Then, install the wrist pin.
Figure 301 — Installing piston and wrist pin
For early 2003 models, set up the tools for installation
of the spiral locks as follows:
• Place a new spiral lock in the modified collar tool,
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JIMS 96781-72-2, as shown. Make sure the split
end of the spiral lock is facing down. Use the back
end of the driver, JIMS
the lock ring in the collar tool.
• Turn the driver tool around and insert the long
narrow shaft end into the collar until the shoulder
contacts the spiral lock. The tool is now ready to
install the spiral lock in the piston wrist pin bore.
Note: To modify the tool, grind or cut the tool collar for
piston crown relief and fit for the spiral lock. Refer to the Tool
Drawings in the TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT section for
dimensions.
Figure 302 — Spiral lock installation tool setup
ENGINE
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96780-58A-2, to position
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