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Opinions on MAX HP A/C
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Opinions on MAX HP A/C
I want to change the A/C on my new SGS and I narrowed it to the PM MAX HP A/C I like the contrast cut the best but not sure if it will look right on my color bike or if I should just go with the all chrome model what do you guys think would the contrast cut look ok on a bike with no black?
http://www.performancemachine.com/mo...rs/MAX-HP.aspx
http://www.performancemachine.com/mo...rs/MAX-HP.aspx
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From: Phoenix '53, '88, '09 Big Twins
performance wise, just about all the aftermarket air cleaners have more flow potential than the motor can demand.
appearance wise, that is a choice- as above the servo motor plug and ugly wiring will be exposed, so you probably want to spend $70 for a cover for that.
+ the $450
consider that the Ness big sucker* is about $120 shipped
uses the stock cover.
and you have $400 left over
I know that to my eye ( and it is your bike)- when i look at other bikes I more appreciate the wise use of money, than thousands spent on bolt on parts- even worse is seeing the servo plug on the TBW bikes, 2nd best a some kind of a pie plate cover stapled on there that interupts the flow of the pushrod tubes...but that's my eye
mike
*the ness also has a chrome backing plate which complements the black and chrome motor- some others brands are cast grey, which looks like crap at the breather bolts ( make sure you order the chrome version if you want this)
easy install, the throttle body brace and the gas tank can remain in place ( tape over the bottom of the tank in case your wrench slips)
...and has an oiled, washable, reusable filter media
appearance wise, that is a choice- as above the servo motor plug and ugly wiring will be exposed, so you probably want to spend $70 for a cover for that.
+ the $450
consider that the Ness big sucker* is about $120 shipped
uses the stock cover.
and you have $400 left over
I know that to my eye ( and it is your bike)- when i look at other bikes I more appreciate the wise use of money, than thousands spent on bolt on parts- even worse is seeing the servo plug on the TBW bikes, 2nd best a some kind of a pie plate cover stapled on there that interupts the flow of the pushrod tubes...but that's my eye
mike
*the ness also has a chrome backing plate which complements the black and chrome motor- some others brands are cast grey, which looks like crap at the breather bolts ( make sure you order the chrome version if you want this)
easy install, the throttle body brace and the gas tank can remain in place ( tape over the bottom of the tank in case your wrench slips)
...and has an oiled, washable, reusable filter media
Last edited by mkguitar; Nov 12, 2013 at 03:21 PM.
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From: Japan
performance wise, just about all the aftermarket air cleaners have more flow potential than the motor can demand.
appearance wise, that is a choice- as above the servo motor plug and ugly wiring will be exposed, so you probably want to spend $70 for a cover for that.
+ the $450
consider that the Ness big sucker is about $120 shipped
uses the stock cover.
and you have $400 left over
I know that to my eye ( and it is your bike)- when i look at other bikes I more appreciate the wise use of money, than thousands spent on bolt on parts
mike
appearance wise, that is a choice- as above the servo motor plug and ugly wiring will be exposed, so you probably want to spend $70 for a cover for that.
+ the $450
consider that the Ness big sucker is about $120 shipped
uses the stock cover.
and you have $400 left over
I know that to my eye ( and it is your bike)- when i look at other bikes I more appreciate the wise use of money, than thousands spent on bolt on parts
mike
I instead landed a great deal on a new SE Ventilator. Looks great and probably performs as well as those more expensive and cheaper.
Cheers
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From: Parrish, Florida
If you shop hard you can find the PM and RSD air cleaners for right around $300 delivered. For some the quality and styling is worth the extra spend.
EBay and Eastern Performance are two places to I shop most often. EP is about due for one their doozy Holiday sales that are tough to beat....
Servo cover on sale now for $60.00 delivered:
http://www.easternperformance.com/ca...ne+air+cleaner
EBay and Eastern Performance are two places to I shop most often. EP is about due for one their doozy Holiday sales that are tough to beat....
Servo cover on sale now for $60.00 delivered:
http://www.easternperformance.com/ca...ne+air+cleaner
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From: Bedford UK
You can buy an SE stage 1 air filter kit #29400129 for 150 bucks, that will take your stock chrome cover. Nobody need know you have modified it!
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From: Mesquite Tx
The SE Ventilator will flow more than your bike will ever need and it hides the plug as much as the stock cover if not a little more. And it will give you a little more leg room on the right side!
