Pushrod and Gasket Question

[luckyd20]

So I've installed a new Pushrod Grommet but it seems to still be leaking oil. I guess I didn't set this one in as well as the others. I have not yet started engine yet nor put in any oil. Can I still reset the grommet and use the current gaskets or do I need to replace the gaskets again...Currently the bike has new gaskets.

Thanks!

[Barry]

If it was me I'd try without replacing the gaskets. What's to lose ?

Alternatively do you have the type of pushrod tube where the stop ring is an interference fit on the tube rather than welded. ? In which case you can fabricate a tool to tap the ring down a little to seat the rubber. If it is a welded ring you can still try if it's sitting further out than the others but it will pull the tube out of the head a little. Cured a leak on mine using this tool.

[nhmaf]

It is also considered acceptable to put some gasket dressing on the PRT seals to help with their sealing when installing new ones

[luckyd20]

Thanks guys! I'll try to pull the heads off again and readjust them. ALso I'll try and put some gasket sealer on them just to help prevent leaks.

[Julio A.]

Be very careful with that tool. My Bike's PO had one and hammered the thing so badly to the point that the stop ring is already loose on the pushrod tube.

[montmil]

Note of caution: Not all Airheads have "hammer n' tool adjustable" push rod tube rings.

The rings on both my '81 and '83 are OEM welded in place.

Danger, Will Robinson, Danger!