[NVDucati]

Slight set back today
The install was going good till I opened the packaging for the magneto cover and clutch covers

I found both of the where broken. 

So I had to order two more

Then the jugg install went south after I clipped a ring on install and broke it

So I was forced to order a new set of rings from wiseco  for the motor build

Yes. Wiseco is the manufacturer of the pistons used in the s&s 865 kit

Sorry to hear that. But that's just the way it goes sometimes.
As for Wiseco pistons, I can't think of a company with more specialized experience then them. I've used them going back decades. Chin up. 

[Gremlinsteve]

Yea
I have made a custom ring compressor that will allow me to get it finished

Otherwise it really is a pain in the rumo

[Breaker Express]

Nice pics of the cases in black. I have ordered the gaskets for the clutch and magneto covers as well as the oil seal in the clutch cover so I should be taking it apart to powder coat at the 6K service or when the gaskets arrive. Which ever comes first.

[wfdTamar]

Very interested in this. I've bought the S&S 865 kit, cam and clutch. Also have Powertronic and a full quality exhaust by a local company here in Tasmania (Verex). I'd be ok with the same engine characteristics, just turned up to 11. So like others wondering about the difference between just doing the bolt on stuff (well, there's the machining for the 865) vs that plus head work. By what Revelry in Sydney said about the street bike they did for the Queensland customer (stock head) it may suit me. (they charge A$3000 for a worked head!).

Great thread and can't wait to hear results.

[NVDucati]

As an aside:  S&S President announces retirement.

[Gremlinsteve]

After waiting two weeks almost the new rings have arrived
Tomorrow I’ll install the piston and get this motor running

[GravyDavy]

Head out on the highway?

[Gremlinsteve]

Mostly together

[Gremlinsteve]

Intake port

[zimmemr]

Looks like it's almost ready to make some noise. Nice job.

[Gremlinsteve]

Yes it is

[Gremlinsteve]

Rocker gear

[Gremlinsteve]

T bodies installed.

[Gremlinsteve]

Looking good in black

[Gremlinsteve]

For lack of better words. This install has been a royal pain in the ass