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Old Jan 26, 2008 | 08:20 AM
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Which is better for a 103 upgrade? (MCR Performance heads,flat top pistons, 258 cam?
 
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Old Jan 26, 2008 | 10:51 AM
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If your going that far with the upgrades I would stick with the SERT, its a bit more flexabe in itstuning capacity.
 
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Old Jan 26, 2008 | 12:11 PM
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On the flip side of that, if you find a good turner for the power commander who can put your bike on a dyno, it can be just as good. Im happy with my pc3 so far, and plan on keeping it when i do start diggin in the motor.
 
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Old Jan 26, 2008 | 01:26 PM
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the problem with the harley tuner is that if you want to go with pipes other than HD pipes it doesnt have maps for any thing elts. i am going with the power comander so i cango with samson pipes and other mods later on
 
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Old Jan 26, 2008 | 01:50 PM
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I just went through the 103 upgrade on my 07 FXSTC and went with the SERT. I have the BSS pipes. I made sure that the dealer included dyno time in the deal after the break-in period. I couldn't be happier...it runs like a scolded dog, completely different bike. Good luck with yours!
 
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Old Jan 26, 2008 | 02:26 PM
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Either Tuner requires a dyno for optimum performance. I would go with a Closed loop system suchas the Daytona or the Thundermax. THe extra cost now will save you Dyno dollars later.
 
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Old Jan 26, 2008 | 05:21 PM
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Default RE: Harley Race Tuner or Power Commander?
The race tuner WORK'S with any engine mods and pipes.

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I've gotta a pc3, but I've heard good things about thundermax
 
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Agreed ... I have a annoying decel pop with my Bassani true duals and even had my race tuner dynoed.
 
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Flip a coin

HEADS - RACE TUNER
TAILS - RACE TUNER

This way you will be sure you made the right choice.
 
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