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Old May 13, 2016 | 05:00 AM
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I purchase a low mileage 2006 Electric GlideClassic a few years ago and after putting on approx. 30,000 miles I figured I better replace the cam tensioners etc. Well I pulled the cover off and to my surprise I discovered the conversion to gear driven cams. I put the cover back on an had a few beers
 
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Old May 13, 2016 | 05:03 AM
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Any idea which cams were installed?
 
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That is a nice surprise. Kinda makes you wonder what else was done in there that you are not aware of.
 
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That is a nice surprise. Kinda makes you wonder what else was done in there that you are not aware of.
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How about that? Doesn't get much better!

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Originally Posted by Cape Bretoner
I purchase a low mileage 2006 Electric GlideClassic a few years ago and after putting on approx. 30,000 miles I figured I better replace the cam tensioners etc. Well I pulled the cover off and to my surprise I discovered the conversion to gear driven cams. I put the cover back on an had a few beers
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WOW!!

Thats like hitting a mini lottery!/LOL!

Happy motoring.

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Old May 13, 2016 | 02:31 PM
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Surprised you hadn't noticed them whining. Must be some quiet ones!
 
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Cool find.... did u find out what cams u have.
 
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Any gear drive I ever had whined like hell, almost like a blower.
 
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