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Old Aug 4, 2014 | 10:10 AM
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2014 softail slim 2,300 miles - solo riding...

Thinking of installing SE255 - can I just replace the cams and rods and be fine? Leave the tappets?

Will get a Dyno tune and go with a power vision or SE tuner.
 
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Originally Posted by Mikeduke108
2014 softail slim 2,300 miles - solo riding...

Thinking of installing SE255 - can I just replace the cams and rods and be fine? Leave the tappets?

Will get a Dyno tune and go with a power vision or SE tuner.
Inner cam bearings should be replaced with Koyo B138's. Stock bearings are not full compliment.

I would also replace the lifters with good quality aftermarket parts like S&S or Gaterman. The stock lifters (and S/E) are made in Mexico and are prone to failure, even in low mileage engines.
 
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Do the hd warranty fears have you leaning to the 255?
 
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Not really, I'm still undecided between SE 254E, 255 or the S&S MR103
 
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pm sent a couple days ago, did you get a chance to check that out?
 
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Yes, thanks. Are you thinking about the MR-103 ? Installing yourself?
 
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prob by my indy. I honestly don't know but im pretty set on the cam and a dyno.
 
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If you want it to run cooler than the 255, with the same characteristics and make more hp as well............Andrews 48.
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So,the 103B Softails don't come with new cams the touring models have.I believe they have 255's
 
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Smokey Stover, the 103's don't come with SE/CVO255 unless the bike in question is a CVO. The 2013 come with the same came as the 96" just more cubic inches...2014 is a "combination" cam between a 204/255.... 2015 Road Glide will also have this "new" cam, not a SE255. CSM-H

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So,the 103B Softails don't come with new cams the touring models have.I believe they have 255's
 
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