Thoughts on a high mileage engine
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Thoughts on a high mileage engine
I have an opportunity to pick up an 03 heritage springer efi with 67000 miles for $3000. Still awaiting details on the inspection, but initial pics look like it was well cared for. With the cost of springers, the price is hard to beat. I would like to build out the engine and have plans to heavily customize the bike (pro charger, cholo, etc). Presuming its in good running order, would You build out the engine as is or beat up the engine for a while and build out with a new engine later?
Last edited by matte; Jun 13, 2020 at 05:48 PM.
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Check the cam tensioners, crank run out, if all still solid, run it.. When it's time for more power just buy a new S&S crate motor.
This is just my opinion.
No matter what, enjoy it, if you decide to buy 🙂
This is just my opinion.
No matter what, enjoy it, if you decide to buy 🙂
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I mean by my standards. lol Most of my bikes have topped out at 30k by the time I get something different.
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