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Yep...everything needs tightening...
...about twice a year. There's just so much vibration that tightening everything is part of regular maintenance. But, on the upside, after a couple of tightening sessions, you do reach a point where things seem to stay tight for a while. I check 'em anyway, but seldom find one loose anymore. Careful with those manifold bolts, especially with aluminum heads. ...and be sure and check the header-to-cylinder-head fasteners.
Like I said, you'll reach a point where things don't work loose as much as they used to, but check them anyway.
Hope this helps...and good luck with your SPF. If you enjoy yours as much as I do mine, you'll indeed be a happy owner!
PS...be careful with those carb hold down nuts, too. If you over-tighten them you can break a ear off the carb base. Don't ask me how I know these things.... 
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