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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 11:08 PM
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whats it going to cost me to do a stage 1 upgrade for my 08 heritage? (fuel injected)
recommendations?

 
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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 11:15 PM
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Default RE: stage 1 cost.. how much?

about 1200 depending on what you add. my friend got Rinehart's true duals and a Thundermax for about 2200 installed. I spent 900 including the dyno tune
 
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Old Jul 24, 2008 | 12:28 AM
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Default RE: stage 1 cost.. how much?

I asked the same question and was told at least a $1000.00. I already have the pipes. V/H Big radius $679.00
 
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Old Jul 24, 2008 | 03:41 AM
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on my 08 fatty i got the big radius fuel pack arlen ness big sucker and with install cost was $1,199.95.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2008 | 04:13 AM
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True. It varies depending on pipes, performance module, and air filter. Mine was roughly $700 for the V&amp\\;H bigshot longs, $300 for the Power Commander PCIII and $100 Screamin Eagle Hi-flo filter. Install $250. Cheaper route would be slip-ons and a fuel pak.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2008 | 06:40 AM
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About a grand. Vance and Hines Big Shots Staggered, FuelPak, Arlen Ness Big Sucker Air Cleaner behind stock football.
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Old Jul 24, 2008 | 07:02 AM
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Default RE: stage 1 cost.. how much?

Let me ask, does it make a difference?
Better torque or top end? Can you really feel the additional power?
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I already have the pipes, so spending the additional $ for fuel pack and filter would not be too bad, if&nbsp\\;the result&nbsp\\;is something you can really feel on the seat of your pants.
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Old Jul 24, 2008 | 07:14 AM
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Yes M.I.Fatboy, you will feel the difference (a more rich fuel mixture) and the engine will run cooler. Regardless of your odometer, you should switch to synthetic oils in all three holes and after all of this you will be on a new bike.
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Stage 1 will add a little more torque and a few horsies. Understanding the basics: Suck, Squeeze, Bang, Blow: Stage 1 takes care of the first and last. Adding a more rich fuel mixture gives your motor a chance to really romp.
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You can do a forum search for Stage 1 and read a million posts on the benefits, along with a few nay-sayers.
 
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