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Old Oct 30, 2012 | 02:43 PM
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Seriously considering the R&R cycles 103 stage V upgrade.
 
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Old Oct 30, 2012 | 02:48 PM
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I say go for it, let us know how it works out.
 
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Old Oct 30, 2012 | 04:09 PM
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you can get some good gains from a properly build 103", but why not go with a 107"? 103's come stock these days.
 
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Old Oct 30, 2012 | 04:31 PM
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i was looking at the R&R set up and it seems they get great #'s from the 103 set up. about the same as a 107. Plus they are close to home.
 
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Old Oct 30, 2012 | 06:14 PM
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Makes sense. I'm running R&R heads. Solid reputation and you support your local business.
 
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Old Oct 30, 2012 | 06:34 PM
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Fuel Moto has some really good kits for the new 96 and 103 engines
 
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Old Oct 30, 2012 | 08:44 PM
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I have a 2011 103" for sale and i'm around the corner from you, if you want a 103.
 
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Old Oct 30, 2012 | 08:52 PM
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WELD THE CRANK and make the bottom end solid. or you will wish you had
 
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What will the compression of the motor be?
 
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Old Oct 30, 2012 | 10:46 PM
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I believe the compression will be 10.5
 
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