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From: New york
in the name of simplicity wouldn't it be simpler to pop top clip on push rod cover then slide up and check for an adjustable pushrod? If that is there than next step would be to remove cam cover. For me to remove cam cover I have to remove exhaust and the truth is I think the bike has the factory cam. I'm just being cautious with this check. Looking for the absolute simplest way.
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Cruiser
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From: Bloomsburg, PA
Damm, I was thinking you had to put the adjustable in to change a cam. Well, good excuse to open up and install new cam this winter. I was thinking of the Harley 255 Torque cam as I almost never exceed 4000 rpm. What do you think?
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If the cam base circle is the same as OEM, OEM pushrods are fine but smaller base circle or shaved heads will need adjustable pushrods. Too many better afermarket cams for that bike than the SE255, especially in a lighte Dyna. Andrews 48 for one.
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Im not sure about that cam. Best thing is to research what people say about what cam you want, also read the description on the cam, and the best one that I did is tell a shop what your looking for. IE low range, mid range, high range, and one or two up. They will recommend one to you. They deal with a whole bunch of different riding styles and brands of cams.
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I can think of better choices for a 103", particularly if head work is part of the plan. Having said that, the 48 would work in 103" motor but you would need a proper dyno tune as CCP hits around 200psi; compression releases would also be advisable.
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I’m an old guy lol. If I want to go really fast I haul out the vette. Just want a little more torque. Can’t see me going past stage 2 on this. Actually more than anything want to put a cam in just for the experience. I have ACR on the bike. That’s what u mean for start up correct?
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I’m an old guy lol. If I want to go really fast I haul out the vette. Just want a little more torque. Can’t see me going past stage 2 on this. Actually more than anything want to put a cam in just for the experience. I have ACR on the bike. That’s what u mean for start up correct?
A cam install is a good way to spend a Saturday. Have the parts on hand, the necessary tools and the service manual; bonding with your bike, taking your time and having some fun.