Cam Changeout '14 Limited Second Thoughts
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After reading almost everything I could put my eyes on, I decided (since my warranty is up) it was time to add some more get-up-and-go to my '14 Limited. Based on my riding style, I decided on the Andrews 48H camshaft, S&S premium high performance tappets (without HL2T) and S&S adjustable push rods.
Now, that I have everything to do the job, I'm starting to have second thoughts. The thing is my bike runs fine and, so far, I haven't had any mechanical issues. When I first decided to do this, I was looking forward to wrenching on my bike and taking on the challenge, plus I wanted to unleash some of that untapped power from that incredible Harley motor. I mean, who doesn't want more power? Tim "The Toolman" Taylor would be proud of my decision, right?
So, I guess what I want to ask those who have done something similar to your bike(s), did you have any regrets afterwards? Did you have any mechanical issues or did anything happen during or after the process that caused other problems? They say if it ain't broke, don't fix it.
I look forward to all feedback. Thanks!
Now, that I have everything to do the job, I'm starting to have second thoughts. The thing is my bike runs fine and, so far, I haven't had any mechanical issues. When I first decided to do this, I was looking forward to wrenching on my bike and taking on the challenge, plus I wanted to unleash some of that untapped power from that incredible Harley motor. I mean, who doesn't want more power? Tim "The Toolman" Taylor would be proud of my decision, right?
So, I guess what I want to ask those who have done something similar to your bike(s), did you have any regrets afterwards? Did you have any mechanical issues or did anything happen during or after the process that caused other problems? They say if it ain't broke, don't fix it.
I look forward to all feedback. Thanks!
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Why not? It wasn't an order, it was an option. Some guys like solid push rods. If a guy doesn't pull the heads, the cams to deck height can't change and the tts cams are the same on the heel as stock. Like I said it was a suggestion but I realize you have already done the work. Maybe someone else can use the info though.
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Why not? It wasn't an order, it was an option. Some guys like solid push rods. If a guy doesn't pull the heads, the cams to deck height can't change and the tts cams are the same on the heel as stock. Like I said it was a suggestion but I realize you have already done the work. Maybe someone else can use the info though.
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You don't have to pull the heads. Just the rocker boxes and rocker arms to get the push rods out, then they come out the top. Guys do it all the time that prefer solids over adjustables. No need to cut the push rods, but if a guy has adjustables to replace the solids then a guy can save time by cutting the solids and leaving the rockers alone(and fuel tank). I'm not familiar with the cams you installed to know if the oem pr's would be ok or not to use with the oem stack up of parts.