stage 1 install
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From: South Hadley MA
stage 1 install
Will I need any special tools or materials to install my 2-1-2 headpipe and air cleaner? Do you put thread sealant or neversieze on threaded sensors?Where can I find torque values for the involved fasteners? 2013 Ultra Limited
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From: Ontario
I'm sure those with more experience will chime in but yes a remap is required. I have a good relationship with my dealer (which is uncommon for me) and have been looking at a similar upgrade, and a remap is usually required once you change both intake and exhaust. A buddy of mine has a FI 06 Road King that he bought with the stage one complete. Pulled the plugs on it a while ago and it's obvious they didn't do the re-map as the plugs are prematurely worn and while as a ghost.
I have different view on the anti-seize. Certainly use fuel injected safe anti-seize on the O2 sensors (if you replace them) but use blue loctite on everything else, especially the smaller bolts that have a low torque spec. It's a v-twin and likes to shake bolts loose. As well you have a dissimilar metal thing http://www.fastenal.com/content/feds...0Corrosion.pdf going on in most places. Both Anti-seize and loctite will interrupt the process but only loctite keeps the bolt in place while the engine tries to shake it loose.
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I have different view on the anti-seize. Certainly use fuel injected safe anti-seize on the O2 sensors (if you replace them) but use blue loctite on everything else, especially the smaller bolts that have a low torque spec. It's a v-twin and likes to shake bolts loose. As well you have a dissimilar metal thing http://www.fastenal.com/content/feds...0Corrosion.pdf going on in most places. Both Anti-seize and loctite will interrupt the process but only loctite keeps the bolt in place while the engine tries to shake it loose.
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From: dallas
the remap is required so that the engine doesn't run too lean which is damaging to the engine. Too lean means burnt valves and maybe other damaging effects.
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Anti-sieze is a good idea on the header bolts. I'd also replace the crush gaskets on the heads. Make sure you have a good torque wrench. Watch some youtube videos, but I'd also recommend buying the manual if you plan on doing work on your bike.
Last edited by mwegryn; Dec 1, 2013 at 09:53 AM.
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He has a Power Vision from Fuelmoto. Special tools would be torque wrench, thinwall socket for exhaust flanges, 02 socket. Antiseze in o2s. I use a little sealant on breather ports/bolts. Manual says exhaust clamps are one time use. Exhaust flange gaskets and a manual is a good idea too. Good Luck.