Power Commander does size matter
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Cruiser
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Power Commander does size matter
I need to order a Power Commander from Fuel Moto to finish my Stage I, all I need is a PC III but those of us with dyna's know that there is limited space for installation. So here's my question is it worth the extra money of the PC V over the PC III just because of the smaller size?
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I've had a PCIII since Aug of 07 and have had it in and out numerous times. There is a slot right below the ECM that the PCIII fits in. I don't know if they have changed things, but for the 07 I didn't think it was that bad. The autotune would be nice though. If I was on a budget I would get the PCIII. Sometimes you can find a used one for a good price.
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It is smaller and that's important,but the pcV has more intricate fuel map capabilities (or something like that) making it more flexible and the maps more precise. It also has the capability of carrying 2 maps which can be handy if you switch from loud to quiet pipes often,or you can have one map for mileage and one for performance. All you need is a toggle switch which costs only 10$ or sumpn'. Add to that I'm not sure the pcIII can be coupled to the autotune module,if ever you want that.
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It was not much fun getting my PCV installed with the limited space under the seat, I couldn't imagine trying to shove anything bigger in there. If, for that alone, I'd go with the PCV. I haven't yet ridden with it yet, so I can't say anything about the performance, but the bike did sound smoother afterward just idling and throttle response seemed better.
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I got it to fit down inside, but it sits just under the lip in the hole in the frame. I can get a picture of it in the morning if you'd like..
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Yes the pcV fits under the seat.It doesn't seem so,but the seat doesn't really lay flat on the frame,so there is space there. If you really have to save the 50 extra $ or whatever you can move alot of the wires which occupy that space and give yourself more room.