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Pan head style rocker covers for twin cam

Started by Coff 06, November 17, 2021, 11:07:08 AM

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Coff 06

Has anyone used the aftermarket pan head rocker boxes on a twin cam ?
There's a few different ones out there.Just wondering if I could find someone who's tried some.I'm sure there's good and bad.Trying to sort it out before I pull the trigger on some.
Also going to get a flat style timing cover to match the look.
     TIA.       Coff 06
       
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Coff 06

Anyone familiar with Dirty Bird Concepts?        Coff 06
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Coyote

A guy I know in Sac that did some customizing used them all the time. He was pretty fond of them. I have no personal experience with them tho.

Coff 06

Thanks Keith,been kicking this around for some time now.     Coff 06
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calif phil

I have used the Vulcan kit on a sporty years ago. They looked good but the rubber gaskets were tough to keep from seeping. 

Coff 06

Thanks for that info Phil.I've been looking off and on for a while now. I seem to always end up back to the Dirty Bird Concepts kit.There's certainly a few different ones.I'm still open but I think it's what I'm going for.      Coff 06
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jsachs1

November 19, 2021, 02:02:17 PM #6 Last Edit: November 19, 2021, 02:06:36 PM by jsachs1
I did a build for a customer,124" conversion, who supplied me with a Vulcan pan conversion he bought at a swap meet. Needless to say, he was ill informed, and was sold a set up for an EVO. I ordered him the proper ones (#1) for his build specs. They come in 2 different height configurations depending on cam lift. 1- They can be removed without removing the engine. 2- The other, engine has to be removed. :banghead: 
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Appowner

Read some reviews of the Vulcan that they tend to start leaking after a time.  Any thoughts?

I also wonder how they compare to stock when it comes to keeping them clean?

Dan89flstc

Quote from: Appowner on November 21, 2021, 03:23:50 AMRead some reviews of the Vulcan that they tend to start leaking after a time.  Any thoughts?

Maybe they made them to work like the original panhead rocker covers, which start leaking as soon as you install them and start the engine the first time... :soda:
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Coff 06

I've ordered a set of the Dirty Bird pan head covers.They can be removed in frame.I'll let you know when I get them for an update.    Coff 06
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WhipLash96

Quote from: Coff 06 on December 09, 2021, 12:01:25 PMI've ordered a set of the Dirty Bird pan head covers.They can be removed in frame.I'll let you know when I get them for an update.    Coff 06

Curious as to how these turned out? Have any pictures? These things would look SICK on my 16 Slim!
Thanks,
Whip

Coff 06

They told me about 30 days. :angry: It's only been 2 weeks  :cry:    Coff 06
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WhipLash96

Quote from: Coff 06 on December 22, 2021, 09:40:26 PMThey told me about 30 days. :angry: It's only been 2 weeks  :cry:    Coff 06

Please post pictures with your thoughts on these. I read that you can get these in black. :bike:
Thanks,
Whip

cheech

In the mean time, 2 softail shots courtesy of his website.



Hossamania

Quote from: cheech on December 23, 2021, 07:22:48 AMIn the mean time, 2 softail shots courtesy of his website.




Needs a tear drop air or old school round  cleaner...
If the government gives you everything you want,
it can take away everything you have.

Coff 06

I'll be more than happy to post some pics when they show up.Been thinking about this upgrade for years.Just came up with some MAD money and finally pulled the trigger.Also picked up a flat billet cam chest cover to add to the look.
Sorry Hoss, I run an open element with a end cap  :wink:  :hyst:
         Coff 06
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Coff 06

Yes Whiplash,they do come in black.       Coff 06
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Hossamania

Quote from: Coff 06 on December 23, 2021, 11:13:16 AMI'll be more than happy to post some pics when they show up.Been thinking about this upgrade for years.Just came up with some MAD money and finally pulled the trigger.Also picked up a flat billet cam chest cover to add to the look.
Sorry Hoss, I run an open element with a end cap  :wink:  :hyst:
         Coff 06

I'm ok with that!
If the government gives you everything you want,
it can take away everything you have.

CraigArizona85248

Quote from: Dan89flstc on November 21, 2021, 07:14:26 AM
Quote from: Appowner on November 21, 2021, 03:23:50 AMRead some reviews of the Vulcan that they tend to start leaking after a time.  Any thoughts?

Maybe they made them to work like the original panhead rocker covers, which start leaking as soon as you install them and start the engine the first time... :soda:

I can confirm there is much truth in this statement.  :hyst:

WhipLash96

Quote from: Coff 06 on December 23, 2021, 11:13:16 AMI'll be more than happy to post some pics when they show up.Been thinking about this upgrade for years.Just came up with some MAD money and finally pulled the trigger.Also picked up a flat billet cam chest cover to add to the look.
Sorry Hoss, I run an open element with a end cap  :wink:  :hyst:
         Coff 06

Yep, I am an open air element guy as well! :smiled:
Thanks,
Whip

Coff 06

Still in limbo.Sent a message to try and find how far out my order is.When I get some info back I'll update things.    Coff 06
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jmorton10

Quote from: Hossamania on December 23, 2021, 08:09:05 AMNeeds a tear drop air or old school round  cleaner...

Needs a setup like this  :up:  :up:



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Coff 06

Just talked to Dirty Bird after a month. Parts are getting plated and I should have them in 2 weeks.Good to know,but having patience is a waist of time  :angry: Hopefully all is good and they are worth waiting for.Keep you informed when I know more     Coff 06
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Coff 06

Just got UPS notification that parts are supposed to be delivered on Monday 1/24/22. I can't wait,it seems like it's been forever.Will post some pics when they show up.     Coff 06
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Coff 06

Waiting for the brown truck to come  :smiled:  This is a before pic
I'll add more when the parts get here.     Coff 06
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Coff 06

Eye candy arrived      Coff 06

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Hossamania

Purty! Bet you can't wait to get those on.
If the government gives you everything you want,
it can take away everything you have.

hattitude

Is that cam chest cover also by Dirty Bird....??

Coff 06

Quote from: hattitude on January 24, 2022, 06:19:12 PMIs that cam chest cover also by Dirty Bird....??


No,that's actually a Covingtons Custom. I looked at a lot of them
(all brands) and this is the one that suited me     Coff 06
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Coff 06

Quote from: Hossamania on January 24, 2022, 06:03:18 PMPurty! Bet you can't wait to get those on.


That's an understatement Hoss.Ordered these on 12/9/21.   Coff 06
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jmorton10

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Appowner

January 26, 2022, 03:24:16 AM #31 Last Edit: January 26, 2022, 03:37:40 AM by Appowner
You've sold me!  Think I'll order a set.

Coff 06

Here you go."Twin Pan"?  My best impression.      Coff 06You cannot see attachments on this board.You cannot see attachments on this board.
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Appowner

Nice!  It has that "What's different?" effect.

So what do we call this?  A Twink Pan?  :)

Hossamania

Twink is not the word you're looking for....
If the government gives you everything you want,
it can take away everything you have.

Coff 06

January 27, 2022, 04:36:26 PM #35 Last Edit: January 27, 2022, 05:44:59 PM by FSG
Last couple of pics,then I'll put this to rest.     Coff 06

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