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Old Oct 3, 2017 | 10:34 PM
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On an 01 fxdl, would it benefit hp gain from a port and polish? Not really wanting to a full build or go big. Just want a little more from the motor.

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I'll help nicely, and the install of a set of Andrews 21 cams will make a nice combo.
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air flow is the key to making any kind of power,just make sure the headwork compliments the rest of your build
 
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Already have andrews 37 cams, gears and re worked carb, with v&h straight shot pipes, so a wee bit of work is what I'm looking at doing

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Those Andrews 37's optimze at 9.8-10.0 compression.
That said, mighty tough to get there without a domed piston, in an 88", and i do not believe those are offered anymore.
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CP/Carrillo offers several domed pistons for the 88" motor; 8.6cc, 9.3cc and 9.9cc. I would think the 9.9cc would be perfect with the 37 cams and a .030" head gasket. Static would be about 9.9 and CCP about 190; should be a runner for an 88" motor. You might find that you will need a programmable ignition to work the timing.
 
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And in the whole picture, if pistons are to be utilized, then may juat as well bore to say 98", for very short money.
Good info on the 88" pistons djl, thought that a 3.750" bore T/C piston was lost in the weeds.....guess not.
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And in the whole picture, if pistons are to be utilized, then may juat as well bore to say 98", for very short money. Good info on the 88" pistons djl, thought that a 3.750" bore T/C piston was lost in the weeds.....guess not.Scott
Only reason I know is that I recently bought a set of CPs for a 98" motor and saw the TC88 pistons in the catalog; otherwise I would not have known either. Having said that, I could have stuck my foot in mouth (not the first time) as I have not checked availability but it was their 2017 catalog.:icon_wink
 
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DJL is correct, Carillo does offer a dome slug for for the TC88. Like him I am alos running a dome in my 98. 6cc's to be exact.
 
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Instead of using dome pistons? Could you just shave the head a little?
Like a car to increase compression.
 
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