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08-20-2014, 12:42 PM

sjbodie

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I upgraded to this Barnett Spring Clutch conversion. Much more positive clutch. More expensive than the Harley diaphragm spring, though. Comes with 12 springs, 6 light, 6 Heavy or you can combo the 2 to make medium. All 3 tensions are heavier than stock.

http://www.barnettclutches.com/coil-...big-twins.html

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08-20-2014, 01:11 PM

fatboy1729

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Exactly what is on order...Thanks and what a coincidence...Ride safe...

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08-20-2014, 01:14 PM

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Very well worth the price and even so if you do the work yourself like I did. Did the S&S upgrade kit with all the goodies. New cam plate with hydraulic tensioners and oil pump. It is a kit from H.D. The cams I chose were T-Man 600. Unbelievable power from the bottom end. Hope this helps. Contact me anytime for any help...

Thanks, this might be my winter project

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08-20-2014, 04:47 PM

Snowyone

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Clutching

Clutch is first weak link in the system for sure. I did a 124" upgrade on my 11 Fatboy Lo and went with the SE six spring with pressure plate upgrade using stock discs. Reasonable cost at 250$ and no slippage thus far through 10k miles and two dyno sessions showing 132torque and 129 HP.

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08-21-2014, 06:38 AM

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Yes, stock clutch pack. Actuaklly didn't think the stock one was to give me any problem but it sure did...Contacted S&S and they said I should of upgraded the clutch in the first place. I would of if I known...

What I was thinking is maybe the plates just need to be replaced.How many miles are on them? The stock clutch is actually pretty tough.

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08-21-2014, 10:32 AM

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I looked at those a while back. I liked what I saw & read, but I didn't know anyone that owned one...

If I may ask, what power are you running, what springs/combo did you use, and how much did it affect the clutch lever pull?

Thanks..

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