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Old Jun 14, 2024 | 09:30 AM
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New guy to the forum. I own a 1992 FLSTC that needs an engine. I'm looking at a running 2010 engine that came from an FLSTC. Would this engine bolt into my stock frame and otherwise be compatible? It does not have the primary inner and outer covers but I have a set from an s&s engine, if they'll fit. Sorry to sound like an idiot.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2024 | 09:51 AM
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No bueno.


 

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Old Jun 14, 2024 | 09:55 AM
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You can make anything happen, but if your asking if it is a bolt in affair or simple adapters out there to make it happen, NO.

Rebuild your motor, best all around answer. Easy enough to make an Evo go fast, just don't try and go stupid fast, good luck.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2024 | 10:04 AM
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Not a direct swap. However Vulcan Engineering has an adapter plate to put a late model TC in an Evo frame. I've not personally used one, but a call to them would give you the info you would need.

There would be the need to adapt inside primary parts, motor sprocket, clutch basket etc. Vulcan also has conversion motor sprockets.


https://secure.vulcanworks.net/store...ter-Plate.html
 

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Old Jun 14, 2024 | 01:02 PM
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Not a direct swap. However Vulcan Engineering has an adapter plate to put a late model TC in an Evo frame. I've not personally used one, but a call to them would give you the info you would need.

There would be the need to adapt inside primary parts, motor sprocket, clutch basket etc. Vulcan also has conversion motor sprockets.


https://secure.vulcanworks.net/store...ter-Plate.html

I will note one thing. I failed to see the motor in mention is from a Softail. The adapter plate is designed for touring cases, 'A' model motors.
 
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Ah, thanks fo the tip off.
 
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