Ultima SHOVELHEAD ENGINES Spécifications

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Exhaust System SelectionUltima Shovelhead motors utilize a 3-bolt exhaust mount for added durability, but stock single-bolt exhaust can be used. When

10Ignition SystemsUltima®Shovelhead engines come with an Ultima Fixed Curve Single Fire Ignition System (by Dynatek) with advance Curves and the RevLi

STATUSVIOLETGREENVIOLET(VOES)PINK(TACH)PINKWHITEBLUEREARCYLINDERCOILFRONTCYLINDERCOILCOILS: 2.5 - 3.5 OHMREARCYLINDERCOILFRONTCYLINDERCOILBLUEPINKWHI

Setting Aftermarket Ignition SystemsThese instructions are provided for professional mechanics when replacing the OEM Ultima®fixed curved ignitions af

13Mark 4. = ( ) TDC on the rear cylinder. This mark is rarely used for ignition timing and is only listed as a reference for professional enginebu

14Example for settings on Ultima & Dyna 2000i Programmable Ignitions1. Follow the Manufacturers instruction to set the Static timing and understa

Example for settings on Ultima SF Hi-Perf. & Crane HI4 Ignitions1. Follow the Manufacturers instruction to set the Static timing and understand t

Carburetors and Initial TuningUltima Shovelhead engines are not supplied with a carburetor or intake manifold. It is the responsibility of the origin

17START UP AND BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONSTo give your engine maximum life and performance please read these recommendations thoroughly. These recommenda

18Priming the oil system prior to Start-upAll engines should be checked for oil pressure prior to start up. Oil pressure should bevisible at the top

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Initial Start UpOne of the most important parts of the break-in procedure is the initial starting of your engine!!!!Read this completely before starti

Break-in procedures for Ultima® EnginesFollow these guidelines closely or you may void your warranty.Avoid over heating your engine!!!!!!!!!!!The heat

TroubleshootingBelow you will find a list of common issues we have encountered with new engine installations. If you do not see your problem or cannot

Oil blowing out of Lower End/Case Breather Vent:Common causes:1. Oil tank is over filled.2. Oil Tank vent lines and return lines are crossed.3. Oil fi

Lifter Adjustment procedure for Ultima® EnginesWhen performing any service work always disconnect the battery!!!Remove the spark plugs and pushrod tub

General Torque Specs and AdjustmentsRocker Cover Nuts 12-15 ft lbsRocker Arm Shaft Locknut 12-18 ft lbsCylinder-Head Bolts 55-75 ft lbsCylinder-Base N

First 100-150 MILE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE❑ Change oil❑ Change oil filter❑ Check fuel valve, lines & fittings for leaks❑ Check oil lines & fitti

Ultima requires following the scheduled maint. guidelines every 3000 miles after the firstinitial 3000 miles. In an event warranty is needed, Ultima

SHOVELHEAD WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARDTHIS CARD MUST BE FILLED OUT AND MAILED TO THE ULTIMA WARRANTY DEPARTMENT WITHIN 30 DAYS OF ORIGINALPURCHASE BY T

AFFIXSTAMPHEREULTIMA COMPANY., LLC WARRANTY DEPARTMENT2100 HIGHWAY ZPEVELY, MO 63070

2ULTIMA®SHOVELHEAD ENGINESDISTRIBUTED EXCLUSIVELY BY MIDWEST MOTORCYCLE SUPPLYFailure to read and comply with this document completely may Void Warran

3General Specifications 96”Displacement CI 96CiDisplacement CC 1564Bore 3.625” Rod Length 7.440”Stroke 4.625” Flywheel Forged 5PcCompression 9.5:1 Cas

4FIG. 2CRANKCASEVENTOIL FEEDFROM TANKOIL RETURNTO FILTERFEED LINE POINTS TOWARD TRANSFIG. 3OUTSIDE LINEVENTFIG. 4DRAINPLUGFEEDLINEVENTLINERETURNLIN

5FIG. 5OUTSIDE LINE = GOESTO COOLER ANDBACK TO TANKINSIDE LINE = FROM OILPUMP (RETURN)Oil RecommendationsFor break-in and standard operation of the U

FIG. 16General InformationCompression Release Valves All Ultima®Shovelhead engines are supplied with manually operatedpush button compression release

7FIG 1.FIG 2.FIG 3.FIG 4.Clutch and Driveline Considerations:When installing any performance engine you should consider upgrading your clutch and insp

8Gearing Considerations:When installing a performance engine selecting the proper gearing is very important in achieving the performance levels you de