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Old Sep 29, 2006 | 01:15 AM
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I need to redo the top end on my 78' - 1340cc. I'm trying to get some feedback on the pros and cons of going to low compression (7:1) pistons. I don't ride it hard, but would I be dissapointed in the performance? Would there be much difference? Thanks.
 
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Old Sep 29, 2006 | 01:26 AM
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I put low comp pistons in my '78 74" FLH. I had the 3 speed w/reverse tranny, so it wasn't gonna ever be a hot rod. I didn't have a problem with the slight loss of performance. I did enjoy the ability to run whatever cheap gas was available!
 
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Old Sep 29, 2006 | 08:48 PM
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You won't miss the HP, but as stated you be able to use any unleaded gas!

Don't forget to check the kind of seats in the heads though!
 
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Old Oct 1, 2006 | 06:17 PM
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I'm having the heads done now, and I already have the "unleaded" valve seats installed. Thanks!
 
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