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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 01:49 AM
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&nbsp\\;It's time to do the factory reman. on the engine &amp\\; put the S/E 6 speed in the RG. Made it 119,300+ on the eng. before it started knockin.[sm=imsmilin.gif]
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 01:51 AM
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119K......that awesome!
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 01:52 AM
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My hat is off to ya!
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 01:53 AM
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now, THATS what I'm talkin about!!! I've been thru my old Pan about 3 times since I've had her... a Harley's worth a rebuild anyday! Hope I get that kinda milage outta my '08 RoadGlide..
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 01:58 AM
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I met a guy who had 98000 when it started knocking, he had extended warranty so the dealer rebuilt it. He claimed the knock was a collapsed lifter. I hope to wear mine out. Ive got 21000 on it now.&nbsp\\;
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 04:46 AM
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curious. what repairs did ya have ta make along the way ta get there??
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 05:09 AM
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119,000!!!! Now that is some seat time!

 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 05:26 AM
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119,000!!!! Now that is some seat time!

less than 15k a year? and the motor gives out??? crap.....I'll be in trouble soon
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 06:07 AM
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OUTSTANDING! CONGRATS
Slap a SandS Wedge and a Baker 6 that would be a nice Up-Date...
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 07:46 AM
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Good for you! Since the Evo's that is not uncommon anymore.Now is the time to go more cubes!
 
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