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Old Jun 23, 2015 | 07:02 PM
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Is it possible to mod the ham can and add external breathers?

I'm ready to add a IED to my 07 1200 sporster, already has V&H sip ons, would like to change the intake but not really crazy with the looks of the aftermarket round air boxes.
Kind of like the K&N forward tube/horn type intake, but they seem to be upwards of $450.00.
 
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Old Jun 23, 2015 | 08:29 PM
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$260

http://www.knfilters.com/search/prod...?prod=63-1126P
 
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Or for the cheaper cost of $150 and keeping the stock ham can cover:
http://hammerperf.com/xlaircleaners.shtml#impact
 
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Old Jun 24, 2015 | 08:45 AM
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Or for the cheaper cost of $150 and keeping the stock ham can cover:
http://hammerperf.com/xlaircleaners.shtml#impact

That's what I would do if I actually wanted to keep the ham can.
 
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On this forum at one time I recall viewing a photo of a Ham Can in which a rectangle section was cut from the top and bottom and wire screen applied.

I thought it looked good and certainly increased air flow.

Then there is the breather bolt bypass mod....
 
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This is my favorite ham-can mod. Bet it adds 10-15hp. It's also extremely unique. I'll bet you won't see any others in your travels.











 
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Thanks, I ordered from DK today.....pretty much same price but was able to get a filter sock for the same$.
Also ordered X14 IED

Hoping that these items along with the V&H slip ons, will show some performance gains, and a smoother running ride as well.

Really hoping that it doesn't creates a whole new headache. Sometimes I find that somethings are just better left alone.
 
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