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+====== REF: Engine Mechanicals - Sub-01P ======
+====== Removing the Rivets on the Timing Inspection Cover ======
+Pop rivets were first installed on the timing cover on 1980 models to help prevent anyone (except the dealer) from tampering with the timing system. \\
+They were to be removed by the dealer for servicing the ignition and then replaced with new ones. \\
+Removal of the rivets are fairly simple. Just drill out the center of each one (which is the strength of the rivet).
+The size drill bit used is not critical. It should be wider than the center hole of the rivet but not as wide as the rivet head O.D. \\
+The head may start spinning while you are drilling it. \\
+If that happens, just hold one end down with a screwdriver and continue drilling. \\
+Try not to drill too deep. \\
+Once the center has been drilled, sometimes the head will just fall off. \\
+If it doesn't, you can use a small screwdriver to pop it off. \\
+|  Drill the center of the rivets. ((photo by Phillober of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-motor-engine/sportster-motorcycle-bottom-end/119176-timer-cover?t=1156460))  |  Chisel off the head if it didn't fall off. ((photo by Phillober of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-motor-engine/sportster-motorcycle-bottom-end/119176-timer-cover?t=1156460))  |
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+|  Then lift the cover out. ((photo by Phillober of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-motor-engine/sportster-motorcycle-bottom-end/119176-timer-cover?t=1156460))  |  This second plate is in the back. ((photo by Phillober of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-motor-engine/sportster-motorcycle-bottom-end/119176-timer-cover?t=1156460))  |
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