is it worth tuning a 96" dyna???

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Mar 26, 2011 | 05:10 PM

oakspeed

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is it worth tuning a 96" dyna???

rather than go for the 103 big bore with cams etc, would it be worthwhile tuning my 2011 stock wide glide?
its allready got v&h big shots, se air filter and sert.
the top end is fast enough for what i use it for, but would like more torque.
is it worthwhile having the heads tuned, and a cam kit, or is it a waste on a std motor?
as ive said, i really want more torque rather than top speed.
i know the full 103 kit will give me both, but i dont want to spend the cash if i can sort out what ive got. all input appreciated.

Mar 26, 2011 | 06:18 PM

torchmaster

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The andrews 26 or the se 255 will give ya more low end grunt. Both are drop in cams for the 96' motor. You'll just need to retune.

Mar 26, 2011 | 07:36 PM

lo-rider

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Sprocket change?

Mar 26, 2011 | 09:11 PM

jaysonL

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Yeah , try changing your front pulley to the 30 tooth . A two tooth reduction . Lots of write ups on the forum here . Just do a search .

Mar 26, 2011 | 10:02 PM

DCLXVI

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Cams and a sproket change will give you more than a big bore and it's a lot cheaper and easier.

Mar 26, 2011 | 10:21 PM

jdaws

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Would you have to recalibrate the speedo with a sprocket change?

Mar 26, 2011 | 10:26 PM

DCLXVI

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You don't have to but it will not be accurate. It will read faster than actual speed and you will add mileage quicker on the odometer. For some that doesn't matter.