JIMS 1277 Twin Cam Camshaft Remover and Installer Tool, Fits Twin Cam 88, Requires Hydraulic Press

JIMS 1277 Twin Cam Camshaft Remover and Installer Tool, Fits Twin Cam 88, Requires Hydraulic Press

• JIMS 1277 is a dedicated camshaft remover and installer tool for Harley Davidson Twin Cam 88 engines. It aligns the camshafts in the support plate for smooth press out and press in operations and services both front and rear cams as well as the associated ball cam bearing.
• Features:
  • Provides precision alignment of camshafts in the support plate to prevent binding and damage during removal or installation
  • Removes and installs both front and rear camshafts and the ball cam bearing for complete Twin Cam 88 service
  • Tooling interfaces at the bearing races to apply force correctly and help protect engine components
  • Engine specific fixture for Harley Davidson Twin Cam 88 applications, improving repeatability and service speed
  • Designed for use under a hydraulic press to deliver controlled, square pressing force
• Includes:
  • Support Block (1277-1)
  • Twin Cam Cup (1277-2)
  • Pilot, Installer (1277-3)
  • Instruction Sheet (1277-IS)
• Specifications:
  • Manufacturer: JIMS
  • Part Number: 1277
  • Category: Engine service tools
  • Product Type / Function: Camshaft remover and installer tool set for Twin Cam engines
  • System Compatibility / Application: Harley Davidson Twin Cam 88 engines; commonly listed for 1999 to 2006 Twin Cam except 2006 Dyna; use with a hydraulic press
  • Service Notes: Interfaces at cam bearing races; supports removal of camshafts with bearings from the cam support plate and installation back into the plate
  • Packaging: Each (tool set as listed in Includes)
  • Country of Manufacture: USA
• The Camshaft Remover and Installer Tool can also be referred to as Twin Cam camshaft installer, Twin Cam camshaft remover, cam bearing installer tool, Harley camshaft service tool, and JIMS 1277 cam tool.

JIMS manufactures precision service tools and performance components for Harley Davidson motorcycles, providing professional grade fixtures and gauges that improve accuracy, speed, and repeatability in engine and transmission work.

Q: Do I need a press to use this tool?
A: Yes. The 1277 is designed for use with a hydraulic press to ensure controlled, square force during camshaft and bearing service.

Q: What engines does it fit?
A: It is specified for Harley Davidson Twin Cam 88 applications and is commonly listed for 1999 to 2006 Twin Cam models, with exclusions noted for 2006 Dyna models. Verify your model before purchase.

Q: Which components of the tool are included?
A: The set includes the Support Block 1277-1, Twin Cam Cup 1277-2, Pilot Installer 1277-3, and the instruction sheet 1277-IS.