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Old Feb 17, 2010 | 04:53 PM
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My stock CV isn't doing it anymore and I need something better. I have already installed CV performance's Deluxe kit. I want to stick with a keihin, so no S&S or Mikuni. I talked to Bobby Woods and $600 to modify my carb just isn't working for me. Does anyone know how I can fix my power problem?
 

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Pull the CV, install a Mikuni HSR42 pumper, dial it in, and live happily ever after..


 
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Yup, I agree. I went with the Mikuni HSR45 after my 103" build. Like night & day.
 
Old Feb 17, 2010 | 05:18 PM
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Sorry ya'll, I meant to say "No S&S or Mikuni." I edited it. I want to stick with my Keihin and get it modified.
 
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Have you consideed going to a bigger carb? Like a 44mm? That would entail different intake and filter plate.
 
Old Feb 17, 2010 | 07:52 PM
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Have you rejetted your CV & done all the other usual tweaks?
 
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Originally Posted by Failz
I have already installed CV performance's Deluxe kit.
Originally Posted by MidnitEvil
Have you rejetted your CV & done all the other usual tweaks?

Deluxe Tuner Kit
Yup, the only thing left I can do is install a better accelerator nozzle.
 
Old Feb 17, 2010 | 08:09 PM
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Originally Posted by seniorsuperglideE8
Have you consideed going to a bigger carb? Like a 44mm? That would entail different intake and filter plate.
That's a good idea that I was considering. I emailed CV Performance to see if their kits would work in that too. I don't see why they wouldn't. Thanks for the idea!
 
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Old Feb 17, 2010 | 08:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Failz
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Yup, the only thing left I can do is install a better accelerator nozzle.
OK... so, why do you feel it's the carb holding you back? What size jets are you running? With just pipes and the SE air cleaner, I'm running a 50 and 195.
 
Old Feb 17, 2010 | 08:12 PM
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Failz, FWIW I have the Wood modified CV and it kicks ***. My built 80" on a bagger will pull the wheel up in 2nd. The high flow kit is great, when cruising I get mid 40's mpg and it ill still snort when I get on it. I love the setup.
 



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