Twin Cam 88 engine vs Twin Cam 96 engine, which is better built?

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Jul 21, 2013 | 11:15 PM

#151

DannyZ71

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Three year old thread rises again. There's even a NEWER motor out now than is being discussed here. But, with the 96" motor now being replaced by the 103", maybe it's time for a new thread comparing the three motors. In stock form, of course.

Jul 21, 2013 | 11:24 PM

#152

Antonio Balls

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Cam chain tensioners

Did anyone mention the 88 used a spring loaded cam chain tensioner and the 96 uses hydraulic? The spring loaded one can be a weak link and steals horsepower. When replacing cams in an 88 it is recommended to go with gear driven cams which involves additional mods the add to the cost. The 96 cam swap is less expensive because the hydraulic tensioners are a good system.

Jul 30, 2013 | 09:07 PM

#153

dave anderson

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did all the work myself got most of my parts leftovers from dealerships or online when I was done talking to my local dealership they did the Screamin Eagle stage 3 download remap for a hundred and fifty dollars

Jul 30, 2013 | 09:10 PM

#154

dave anderson

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wouldn't trade my 04 Road King custom for a brand new one love my bike now

Jul 31, 2013 | 03:00 AM

#155

Ken Fortunato

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I went directly from an 80" Blockhead to a 103" TC, so I guess I missed all the fun in between...

Let's see... From a slab-side shovel, to a blockhead, to a TC 103... Yeah... I guess I hit all the high spots, and passed right by the smaller bumps... lol

Jul 31, 2013 | 05:59 AM

#156

Shakeydeal

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Quote:

Originally Posted by funkinu

really ,what state would u only pay 2,500 for all that:did u do the work yourself

Polished, ported heads, SE throttle body, Andrews 37G cams, 95" bore with pistons, SERT.....under 3K including labor.

This is in Virginia, BTW.......

Shakey

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Jul 31, 2013 | 07:50 AM

#157

ib5150

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I had a couple Evo's had no real problems with them- I think the 96 needs to be out longer to really know what problems will arise.

Jul 31, 2013 | 02:23 PM

#158

V-Pops

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I had a 2007 FLSTC with the 96/6 and in stock form and ran hot as hell. Everyday running temps on oil as 250 degrees and on hot days reached 300 degrees. Not to mention the tranny was very noisy. 10 months old and left me stranded on the A/C Expwy. Sold it a month later. Perhaps the newer 96'ers run better but mine sucked. I have a stock 2005 FLSTSCI with the 88 inch and it runs cooler, quieter and has enough power for cruising.