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Old Dec 18, 2008 | 11:44 AM
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Hi all I am looking for some opinions here. I have enough money saved to do one or the other.

Option 1) HQ 103T Build with D&D Fatcat SERT and HQ Pro Tuner

Option 2) Hog Pro Elites Set 18/21 setup with D&D Fatcat my Current PCIII and Chrome Front End

I am leaning toward adding more power. The items are going on the bike shown below

I am a big fella 6' 3" and 280 and Mamma is 6' 0" 135 ish so I would like alittle more gumption when we go riding in the hills but I would also like something every one at bike night notices.

Thanks for your imput

Phil
 
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Speaking for myself only, looks are where my first moneys are spent.
 
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Old Dec 18, 2008 | 11:51 AM
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Power usually requires some form of tear down and rebuild. Best to have that done before fancy finishing work.
 
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I'm not into looks so my money is only spent on motor/trans/comfort options. Nothing beats power and comfort over a 600 mile day!
 
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more power over new wheels would be my choice.

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Wheels for sure.
 
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Looks here...
Older I get the less I care about getten anywhere any faster..
 
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Older I get the less I care about getten anywhere any faster..
+1 on that. We'll get to the end soon enough.
 
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I'm not into looks so my money is only spent on motor/trans/comfort options. Nothing beats power and comfort over a 600 mile day!
Definielty comfort!
 
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