fuel changes
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fuel changes
i am starting to get ticked off. took the bike out for a nice ride tonight. it seems that whenit gets a little warm out. it could be 80deg and after running for a little bit she starts to run rough.
this bike HATES the warm weather. as soon as i saw a bank with the temp on it saying 71 deg i noticed it running a little better.
my question is after changing the fuel pack settings at least 4 times and the pipes twice then to duels. will this foul out the plugs because i keep changing the fuel settings?
do you think the fuel pack is screwing up or getting heated up and changes the a/f ratio?
i just want a nice trouble free ride one day with out any issues.
this bike HATES the warm weather. as soon as i saw a bank with the temp on it saying 71 deg i noticed it running a little better.
my question is after changing the fuel pack settings at least 4 times and the pipes twice then to duels. will this foul out the plugs because i keep changing the fuel settings?
do you think the fuel pack is screwing up or getting heated up and changes the a/f ratio?
i just want a nice trouble free ride one day with out any issues.
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From: Arizona
RE: fuel changes
I would suggest that you either have your fuel pack tested, or just return it for a new one. This is one of the reasons why I stick with name brand products like PCIII or SERT. Most dyno gurus try to stay away from products that not widely used or accepted by the masses. You can also try to give Vance & Hines tech support a call and see if they can help. I hope it gets better for you.
Good luck!
Good luck!
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i am starting to get ticked off. took the bike out for a nice ride tonight. it seems that whenit gets a little warm out. it could be 80deg and after running for a little bit she starts to run rough.
this bike HATES the warm weather. as soon as i saw a bank with the temp on it saying 71 deg i noticed it running a little better.
my question is after changing the fuel pack settings at least 4 times and the pipes twice then to duels. will this foul out the plugs because i keep changing the fuel settings?
do you think the fuel pack is screwing up or getting heated up and changes the a/f ratio?
i just want a nice trouble free ride one day with out any issues.
i am starting to get ticked off. took the bike out for a nice ride tonight. it seems that whenit gets a little warm out. it could be 80deg and after running for a little bit she starts to run rough.
this bike HATES the warm weather. as soon as i saw a bank with the temp on it saying 71 deg i noticed it running a little better.
my question is after changing the fuel pack settings at least 4 times and the pipes twice then to duels. will this foul out the plugs because i keep changing the fuel settings?
do you think the fuel pack is screwing up or getting heated up and changes the a/f ratio?
i just want a nice trouble free ride one day with out any issues.
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RE: fuel changes
another question.
i know if i remove the fuel pack it will go back to stock. how will this make the bike run?
i understand it will be hotter. how much? will it run good? or run like crap?
i know if i remove the fuel pack it will go back to stock. how will this make the bike run?
i understand it will be hotter. how much? will it run good? or run like crap?
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From: Southern California - Palm Springs Area
RE: fuel changes
I live where HEAT is a DAILY THING (Palm Springs, CA) and went for a putt this last week-end to So East San Diego County (130+ miles ea way) Outside temp got as high as 112 degrees - Bike never let me down in the Mts or on the Flat - Never pinged - Never Popped - Oil Temp (when checked at a refreshment stop) was around 280...
With a V&H FuelPak & Calif-Crap-Gas???
With a V&H FuelPak & Calif-Crap-Gas???
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RE: fuel changes
Just bought a complete V&H true dual system, also purchased a spare set of SE slip-ons.
I've been reading over some of these messages and I read some good threads on the V&H fuel and some not so good.
Who still has problems, who had none.
Also read about this PC3 system. Can anybody tell some pros and cons? Just want to spend my money in the right place.
I have a 2006 e-glide FLHTI.
Thanks
TV
I've been reading over some of these messages and I read some good threads on the V&H fuel and some not so good.
Who still has problems, who had none.
Also read about this PC3 system. Can anybody tell some pros and cons? Just want to spend my money in the right place.
I have a 2006 e-glide FLHTI.
Thanks
TV
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From: Southern California - Palm Springs Area
RE: fuel changes
TV...
Depending how far you want to go with Up-Grades???
If you're going to be happy with just the Stage 1 - I would go with V&H FuelPak (most user friendly - and easy install - BUT LIMITED)
Any MORE then a Stage 1 - You should consider the THUNDER MAX - a bit $$$$ but it's a smarter system then both the V&H & Power Comander...
Depending how far you want to go with Up-Grades???
If you're going to be happy with just the Stage 1 - I would go with V&H FuelPak (most user friendly - and easy install - BUT LIMITED)
Any MORE then a Stage 1 - You should consider the THUNDER MAX - a bit $$$$ but it's a smarter system then both the V&H & Power Comander...
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RE: fuel changes
can i fuel pack go bad after warm up? i thinki i am going to call my dealer were i got it and hope they will take it back and pick up a pc111
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RE: fuel changes
help anyone please. why is it that when it gets warm she runs rough. all the time. i feel like i cant take the bike out for long trips or anything over 75 deg
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From: Dallas, Tx
RE: fuel changes
If you are truly having that much trouble when the bike heats up I would warm it up real good and go by the dealer so they can take it for a ride. I have the Fuelpak, Rush pipes, SE A/C, and HD oil cooler and the bike runs good. It's no road rocket but it's a bagger after all. I use the oil dipstick temp gage and in 90 deg heat with minimum stop and go I see temps in the 210 to 215 range.
