Engine Mechanical Topics Discussion for motor builds, cams, head work, stripped bolts and other engine related issues. The good and the bad. If it goes round and around or up and down, post it here.

Need a little guidance here

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Mar 5, 2015 | 08:23 PM
  #1  
JakeMcGuire's Avatar
JakeMcGuire
Thread Starter
|
Intermediate
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 35
Likes: 0
From: Tennessee
Default Need a little guidance here

Hey guys, I'm a newer member and looking for a little wisdom. I hadn't planned on doing anything to the motor of my 2007 street bob quite yet, but then I found some s&s super stock heads for $500. So why better time than now right?

Right now my bike is stock, other than a thunderheader and arlen ness big sucker. I'm not wanting anything crazy just yet, just a little more oomph at the bottom end. I do plan to do a 107 big bore down the road, but it'll be awhile. So I was looking for advice as to what cam I should run, and some suggestions on a tuner.

Still new to all this, so please dumb any info down for me.
Thanks,
Jake
 
Reply
Old Mar 6, 2015 | 07:16 AM
  #2  
prodrag1320's Avatar
prodrag1320
Banned
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 3,569
Likes: 624
From: deland,florida
Default

if your looking for low end TQ,get a set of S&S .551 cams.use your stock heads & set the compression at 9.8-1.the S&S heads will help in the upper mid to high RPMs
 
Reply
Old Mar 6, 2015 | 07:42 AM
  #3  
Buffalolake's Avatar
Buffalolake
Cruiser
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 208
Likes: 8
From: Terlton, Ok
Default

Are the S&S heads the 79cc or the 89cc? The 79cc are bolt on for stock engines. The 89cc will require either matching S&S pistons, or larger valve reliefs cut into your pistons. The 89cc has 2" intake valves, which is why they need the valve reliefs. Great price on the heads.
 
Reply
Old Mar 6, 2015 | 07:59 AM
  #4  
prodrag1320's Avatar
prodrag1320
Banned
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 3,569
Likes: 624
From: deland,florida
Default

is a good price,yes,but wouldn't fit in the type of build he`s looking for (would work VERY well for more of a "hotrod" 107" build though
 
Reply
Old Mar 6, 2015 | 08:02 AM
  #5  
Hillsidecycle.com's Avatar
Hillsidecycle.com
Sponsor
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 12,084
Likes: 829
Default

Originally Posted by JakeMcGuire
Hey guys, I'm a newer member and looking for a little wisdom. I hadn't planned on doing anything to the motor of my 2007 street bob quite yet, but then I found some s&s super stock heads for $500. So why better time than now right?

Right now my bike is stock, other than a thunderheader and arlen ness big sucker. I'm not wanting anything crazy just yet, just a little more oomph at the bottom end. I do plan to do a 107 big bore down the road, but it'll be awhile. So I was looking for advice as to what cam I should run, and some suggestions on a tuner.

Still new to all this, so please dumb any info down for me.
Thanks,
Jake
For $998.00 plus shipping, we have S&S .570 E-Z Start cams, your cyls bored to 107", ring gaps are set and installed on the pistons, with all Cometic gaskets, Barnett clutch spring, K&N oil filter, and a set of NGK plugs, if you have not yet purchased those heads.
Headwork(more power, yet) can be attended to at a later date, or as the budget allows.
Scott
 
Reply
Old Mar 6, 2015 | 11:21 AM
  #6  
98hotrodfatboy's Avatar
98hotrodfatboy
Seasoned HDF Member
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 21,139
Likes: 7,653
From: Poolville
Default

Originally Posted by Hillsidecycle.com
For $998.00 plus shipping, we have S&S .570 E-Z Start cams, your cyls bored to 107", ring gaps are set and installed on the pistons, with all Cometic gaskets, Barnett clutch spring, K&N oil filter, and a set of NGK plugs, if you have not yet purchased those heads.
Headwork(more power, yet) can be attended to at a later date, or as the budget allows.
Scott

That's a no brainer.....
 
Reply
Old Mar 6, 2015 | 12:51 PM
  #7  
hobobiker's Avatar
hobobiker
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 306
Likes: 7
From: Somewhere, PA
Default

Originally Posted by Hillsidecycle.com
For $998.00 plus shipping, we have S&S .570 E-Z Start cams, your cyls bored to 107", ring gaps are set and installed on the pistons, with all Cometic gaskets, Barnett clutch spring, K&N oil filter, and a set of NGK plugs, if you have not yet purchased those heads.
Headwork(more power, yet) can be attended to at a later date, or as the budget allows.
Scott
I'm thinking that's pretty close to what I spent on parts with I took my 88 up to a 95, and I didn't buy the clutch spring, filter, or plugs...
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Brettfullthrottle
Dyna Glide Models
13
Sep 4, 2012 11:35 AM
Straightjacket
Exhaust System Topics
15
Jul 8, 2009 09:03 PM
FatGuyOnABike
EVO
4
May 1, 2008 10:28 PM
PJF
Exhaust System Topics
18
Dec 19, 2007 12:59 PM
Roadie 49
Touring Models
7
Oct 1, 2006 12:29 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:53 AM.

story-0
Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Becomes a Dark, Decepticon-Inspired Custom

Slideshow: Killer Custom's latest build relies on styling changes rather than performance upgrades, giving the cruiser an entirely different personality.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 18:28:05


VIEW MORE
story-1
6 Weirdest Harley-Davidsons Ever Sold to the Public

Slideshow: From military-inspired singles to scooters and three-wheel utility vehicles, these Harleys took the company far outside its comfort zone.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-02 18:34:10


VIEW MORE
story-2
7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window

Slideshow: Harley-Davidson built its reputation on nostalgia, but every so often, the company took a hard left turn into the future.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-20 11:18:19


VIEW MORE
story-3
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles

Slideshow: The bar-and-shield logo shows up on far more than motorcycles, some of the company's most unexpected products have nothing to do with riding.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 16:50:35


VIEW MORE
story-4
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

Slideshow: Not every Harley gets it right, but these are the ones that genuinely earned their reputation.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-15 14:23:21


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

Slideshow: From the troubled AMF years to modern misfires, these bikes earned reputations for reliability issues, questionable engineering, or disappointing performance.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-01 20:01:09


VIEW MORE
story-6
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In

Slideshow: Killer Custom's "Jail Breaker" build focuses more on stance and visual aggression than mechanical overhaul.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-18 19:20:32


VIEW MORE
story-7
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?

Slideshow: The Swiss custom shop has taken a Harley Softail and stretched it into something so long and low that it looks closer to a rolling sculpture than a conventional motorcycle.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-07 16:15:30


VIEW MORE
story-8
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept

Slideshow: Harley-Davidson's new RMCR concept revives the café racer formula with modern hardware-and it may be exactly the reset the company needs.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-04 12:23:37


VIEW MORE
story-9
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II

Slideshow: A standard cruiser becomes an intricate metal canvas in the hands of a Swiss custom house known for pushing Harley-Davidson platforms far beyond their factory brief.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-02-24 18:19:44


VIEW MORE