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I would certainly appreciate seeing that. A 54H is high in my list of cams to consider. Along with maybe a dozen others, ugh.
I think an S&S 551 or SE255 looks like a great cam for lots of 2-up riding. I rarely ride 2-up, ride a lighter-than-a-dresser bike, and want an increase in torque in the 2000-4000 rpm range.
I think an S&S 551 or SE255 looks like a great cam for lots of 2-up riding. I rarely ride 2-up, ride a lighter-than-a-dresser bike, and want an increase in torque in the 2000-4000 rpm range.
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For those who haven't yet seen it, here's a J&P Cycles/S&S video on cam installation. Excellent video, this level of support does have me shopping for cams on jpcycles.com.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5KvamRqCis
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5KvamRqCis
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Related question: Did the EZ-start make a huge difference in starting? Seems like a cool feature, and my bike (stock motor) has always started kind hard.
Thanks for the advice, I do like the S&S EZ cams. I was looking at the 583 actually, it looks like it focuses more on the 2-4k range, where the 585 moves up to 3-5k (and higher) range. I bet your bike pulls like hell at higher RPMs.
Related question: Did the EZ-start make a huge difference in starting? Seems like a cool feature, and my bike (stock motor) has always started kind hard.
Related question: Did the EZ-start make a huge difference in starting? Seems like a cool feature, and my bike (stock motor) has always started kind hard.
My bike pulls hardest at around 3500-4500, but there is no lack of torque from 2k-3500 either. I like the ramp on these cams a lot, it makes the bike real easy to ride around town and has the juice when I need it.
Are you running stock cams in your 95ci with SE heads? Man, cams would wake that thing right up. Do you know what your compression is?
Running S&S 551EZ's, need a bit more torque
I own several twin cams, and have built/cammed/bored all 5 of my Harleys. I wanted to stay mild with my Trike, so I did a 103 w/ flat tops (9.85 to one), .585 lift SE springs, titanium rocker supports, Kury A/C, Supertuner, Rivera primary, Andrews 2 under front sprocket, oil cooler, Lanaile fan, Bub7 stealths, etc. etc. I pull a 700 pound camper, and could use a bit more torque, but want to maintain good behavior at 1700 RPM for manuvering around town and when in reverse. I have a set of 1.7 to 1 rockers on hand, has anyone tried running these with the 551's for a total of 0.584 lift, and is a map available? I'd love to switch to 570EZ's, but am afraid I'd lose too much low end (I suppose I could advance them 4 degrees, anyone tried this?). How do the other EZ cam grinds stack up for torque (and mid/top end)? How's the 557 and 583 grinds? I'd love to drop in the 585's, but I fear I'd be slipping the clutch from here to kingdom come when pulling out from a stop sign. Thanks, Stoood ; )
Hmmm I was talking to Drew at Fire Breathing Industries about stepping up my 103 FXDF. I told him I was looking for 100/107 range and broad performance.
Here is what he suggested:
Although he says the V&H Staggereds sound good, are good quality, and produce decent bottom end torque I am leaving a lot on the table.
Exhaust: Bassani Road Rage Long Megaphone
Tuner: SE Pro Super Tuner
Intake: Stay with my Stage 1 with perhaps an improved element
TB: leave as is
Cams: Dave Mackie 575L with adjustable rods
Heads: For now leave stock
Valve springs: leave stock for now
Dyno will take about 1 hour and he will be knocking on the door of what I am looking for with tire smoking, wheel standing torque and broad power all the way to red line.
I would be interested to hear thoughts from anyone who has run a similar set up on either a 103 or 96.
Bob
Here is what he suggested:
Although he says the V&H Staggereds sound good, are good quality, and produce decent bottom end torque I am leaving a lot on the table.
Exhaust: Bassani Road Rage Long Megaphone
Tuner: SE Pro Super Tuner
Intake: Stay with my Stage 1 with perhaps an improved element
TB: leave as is
Cams: Dave Mackie 575L with adjustable rods
Heads: For now leave stock
Valve springs: leave stock for now
Dyno will take about 1 hour and he will be knocking on the door of what I am looking for with tire smoking, wheel standing torque and broad power all the way to red line.
I would be interested to hear thoughts from anyone who has run a similar set up on either a 103 or 96.
Bob
Last edited by HYPR; Jun 21, 2012 at 10:37 PM.
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Hmmm I was talking to Drew at Fire Breathing Industries about stepping up my 103 FXDF. I told him I was looking for 100/107 range and broad performance.
Here is what he suggested:
Although he says the V&H Staggereds sound good, are good quality, and produce decent bottom end torque I am leaving a lot on the table.
Exhaust: Bassani Road Rage Long Megaphone
Tuner: SE Pro Super Tuner
Intake: Stay with my Stage 1 with perhaps an improved element
TB: leave as is
Cams: Dave Mackie 575L with adjustable rods
Heads: For now leave stock
Valve springs: leave stock for now
Dyno will take about 1 hour and he will be knocking on the door of what I am looking for with tire smoking, wheel standing torque and broad power all the way to red line.
I would be interested to hear thoughts from anyone who has run a similar set up on either a 103 or 96.
Bob
Here is what he suggested:
Although he says the V&H Staggereds sound good, are good quality, and produce decent bottom end torque I am leaving a lot on the table.
Exhaust: Bassani Road Rage Long Megaphone
Tuner: SE Pro Super Tuner
Intake: Stay with my Stage 1 with perhaps an improved element
TB: leave as is
Cams: Dave Mackie 575L with adjustable rods
Heads: For now leave stock
Valve springs: leave stock for now
Dyno will take about 1 hour and he will be knocking on the door of what I am looking for with tire smoking, wheel standing torque and broad power all the way to red line.
I would be interested to hear thoughts from anyone who has run a similar set up on either a 103 or 96.
Bob
Last edited by soft 02; Jun 21, 2012 at 11:05 PM.
Now I would like to read more on the cams he recommended.
I had stated that I was considering the Woods 408-6 and he stated the Dave Mackie 575L just plain produces more Power and Torque over a wider range and torque comes on quicker (lower RPM). I have not been able to find any perfomance #'s on them...yet although the specs look good.
Bob
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