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EdsRoadGlide2017 08-16-2017 05:59 PM


Originally Posted by jbfb (Post 16535277)
Depending on the mood of the masses here, your BEST bet might be to log off, and never log back in under that screen name again. Create a new account and search around the forum for the multitude of times this has been discussed. Or hang on tight, the ride may get bumpy. :- D

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/dyna-...al-review.html

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/softa...ling-fans.html

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...oling-fan.html

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...ling-fans.html

And that's just the tip of the iceberg.

It looks like you got some help bro. They are just funnin with you :icon_laugh:

Hate Work 08-16-2017 06:19 PM

Ok. Help it is. You have an oil cooler and you don't like the heat on your legs. Your choices are:
1) Wear heavier insulated pants.
2) Get rid of the cat.
3) Buy some parade fans that won't help much cruising above 25 mph.
4) Stop riding.
You are sitting on a heat generator. There is some risk-reward when riding an air cooled twin cam. You have been hand delivered s number of threads that discuss this topic ad nauseam. I only turn on my fans when the engine temp approach the 230 range. But they do work and help overall. The ball is in your court.

ORradtech 08-16-2017 06:35 PM

You actually have more options than that.
Upgrade the oil cooler to a larger one with fans.
Look into Captain Itch Krotch Koolers. Many have reported good results.
Lots of options for fans other than LJ. Keep in mind that the fans will cool the heads but, since the air blows from left to right, some have actually experienced more heat on the right leg.
Richen the Air Fuel ratio. Have you got a tuner on the bike? Or you can try Xieds which basically just add fuel to the current tune.
Remove anything, like lowers or fangs, that block airflow to the engine and you.

hellonewman 08-16-2017 06:59 PM


Originally Posted by Pbr (Post 16536421)
Well, I have tried using the search function just haven't had much luck with it, maybe just user error. Just asking questions because I'm looking for answers. Thanks for your help

Its not user error, the search function is almost useless compared to other sites (car sites) that have the same site format as this one.

Veekness 08-16-2017 07:39 PM

I've actually had excellent success with the search function on this forum. I use care in my word choices, though, just like with any other search engine. It's why I rarely start any threads. ..yeah, it does mean sometimes I have to work a bit.

​​​​​​​So the OP'S claim that he used the search function without success simply doesn't hold water with me. I think it's just like a lotta guys on here lately...it's just easier to post a question. ..there's always other guys willing to be helpful!

bklynbob 08-16-2017 09:06 PM

Do astage 1, and remove the cat.TTS mastertune and someone who can give it a good dyno tune.

ajnigli 08-16-2017 09:10 PM

I second looking on DK Customs site. They have quite a bit of information about keeping the engine cool. Now that you have the fangs, you might want to look into cooling wings and a tank lift. Kevin from DK Customs says adding a tank lift and cooling wings will counter the engine temp increase you are now getting from the fangs.
I installed the fangs last month and I do feel the engine heat as well. I just installed the cooling wings today to see if that helps. I have a ride this weekend so I'll find out if it lowers the engine temps.

Here is a thread that I started about how to reduce wind buffering but also reduce the heat increase from the addition of the fangs.

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...-question.html

mongomark 08-18-2017 11:40 AM

I've got an oil cooler and the Luv Jugs fans. I actually have more heat on my right leg but now when I ride on a hot day (105+ in Sacramento) my oil pressure is higher at idle and my lifters don't tick. The engine is noticeably cooler. My wife's just learning to ride so we have more slow speed riding to contend with. I should have installed these fans miles ago (I've got 92k on the bike now).


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