I want a good Torque Cam - SE255 ?
#31
10-23-2014, 11:28 PM
255 is a good TQ cam but is an EPA compliant cam and unless you have a excellent tuner that knows how to deal with this cam, it will produce heat. 254e is not a good TQ cam. Midrange yes, TQ - no
My list of GRUNT cams in no particular order, some based on experience, some based on quality dyno tunes;
Wood TW222
Kuryakyn 24D
Genesis 577
S&S 551
#32
10-24-2014, 12:20 AM
Ultimate HDF Member
Folks,
I have a 2012 FLHTK with a stock 103", True Duals, Thunderheader slip-ons, SE breather, SE Pro Tuner. The cam selection process is maddening. I ride 95% touring and most of my time is spent under 3,000 RPM. Like most of us, I do want good power when I get on it, but I want to be realistic about the RPM range that I "live" in.
From what I can tell, the SE255's probably the cam for me, but was wondering if any other folks with a similar riding style have had these cams and gone to another grind and been happier?
Just trying to get some last minute reassurance that I'm not passing up a cam that would outperform the 255s in my riding range.
Thanks in advance for any feedback....
I have a 2012 FLHTK with a stock 103", True Duals, Thunderheader slip-ons, SE breather, SE Pro Tuner. The cam selection process is maddening. I ride 95% touring and most of my time is spent under 3,000 RPM. Like most of us, I do want good power when I get on it, but I want to be realistic about the RPM range that I "live" in.
From what I can tell, the SE255's probably the cam for me, but was wondering if any other folks with a similar riding style have had these cams and gone to another grind and been happier?
Just trying to get some last minute reassurance that I'm not passing up a cam that would outperform the 255s in my riding range.
Thanks in advance for any feedback....
love a cam discussion. This one is especially interesting as most supported the OP going with the 255. There is always one better for personal reasons.
95% under 3000 caught my attention. when we tour 2up I average 3000. seldom over 5000 but many times 3500-4500 to accelerate.
so my question is are you looking for more TQ under 3000 because you do not use the rpm above 3000. most have the highest TQ around 3500.
I see you have the SEPST, which is what I used and have no need for more power. loaded 2up cruise will hold 120kph (about 70) uphill. on one stretch from 1000ft to 5000.
It makes me wonder about different riding styles, different mods, pipes and even tuning with the same device whether we are discussing the same thing.
#33
10-24-2014, 11:37 AM
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#34
10-24-2014, 12:32 PM
Ultimate HDF Member
right after my post asking are we talking about the same thing.they perform really well? where/how are they different than what OP has now. (generally all cams perform better than stock, I know on the dyno sheet)
#36
10-24-2014, 05:51 PM
#37
10-24-2014, 07:12 PM
Cruiser
#38
10-24-2014, 07:27 PM
I respectfully disagree. Not even close to being the same cam. They are both grunt cams yes, but 222 has much different characteristics than 255 first and foremost 222 is a non EPA cam unlike the 255. I personally don't care for Wood cams but to say they're the same is not accurate.
#40
10-25-2014, 05:34 PM
Thanks to all for your suggestions. After WAY TOO much research I think the Woods 222 are my choice. Now, where to buy. Looks like limited outlets for price shopping. Either from Bobby Woods himself, or Fuel Moto looks to be my choices. Does Jamie at FM ever give Forum member discounts?
Thanks again for all your input...
Thanks again for all your input...