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Old Jan 1, 2012 | 02:31 PM
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ok im going to be putting a SE stg2 103 kit with 255 cams in my 96ci motor. question is should i add an oil cooler like the factory bikes come with or will i be ok running a decatted exhaust and a tuner with the new setup to keep temps in check ?
 
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Old Jan 1, 2012 | 02:41 PM
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Some say over 110 is a must....I ran ultra cool when I had 96 inch. I didn't really need it for running but when I got stuck in traffic it was nice to have a fan kick in and keep me cool when I was stopped. No oil cooler can keep you cool when stopped without a fan cause there's no air flow. When you get stuck in traffic in hot summer day your going to need something or shut her off.
 
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Oil cooler is always a good idea. Check out the Jagg 10 row low mount. There is no doubt that an oil cooler will not hurt and can only help; undisputable.
 
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I agree a oil cooler is next on my list too.
 
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