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Old Jun 11, 2012 | 06:40 PM
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softtail deluxe 08' had 103 kit put in. Ever since when engine gets hot hard time starting. Different opinions about putting in decompression releases
 
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Old Jun 11, 2012 | 08:43 PM
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what cams are in it? I have an SE compensator and comp releases in mine. starts anytime no problem
 
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Old Jun 12, 2012 | 12:32 AM
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you definitely need compression releases. there is a reason they are standard on the 103s from the factory and why they started adding the reccomendation to add them in the description of the 103 kits in the parts book. You are going to end up needing to replace your starter A LOT most likely if you do not get them. Another option may be those S&S easy start cams.
 
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