Well, I have decided (mostly, somewhat) what to do with my 03 King. I'm running it down to Iowa to have a 98 kit put in by Randy. I haven't finalized what I'm all doing yet. Kind of debating between the stage 2-1/2 or stage 4 kit. My best guess is, I'm going stage 4.

The other two areas where I'm still wondering about are addressing the crank and gear drive vs. Harley's newer hydraulic kit. Randy and I talked briefly about both and I'm sure we will hammer out the details tomorrow, but I'm just curious about other people's thoughts.

Assuming I go stage 4 (leaning towards it), would you have the low end addressed (weld, balance, trued, timken)? Part of me thinks that spending this of money, it would be cheap insurance as I have 85,000 on the motor now and if I'm spending the money, I plan on probably keeping it for another 50,000.

I'm torn on gear drive vs the hydraulic kit too. Thoughts?

Thanks. I'm rather excited.

 

"Hot-Rodding" it with 85k on it, I'd do the crank. Then it is a very slippery slope to 117". Not much more for the stroker and, while you're in there, to bore the cases... Oh, and gears...Good luck!!

 

I know......that's my fear if the bottom end is apart, my head says "well, why not just really open this thing up." Crap

 

yah for what you'd be into already and doing the bottom end either way, you may as well add the 19 cubes!

 

I would replace all the bearings and seals with best quality bearings you can get. Hydraulic kit with the upgraded oil pump. Maybe, depending on final power, a stronger clutch.

 

Hoping that the heavier spring that is in my 95" kit now will be enough. See what Randy says

 

Good possibility. I run the stock spring on my 95" and haven't had any problem. Like I said, depends on final power.

 

ANd at that point what about a crate motor

 

I know, kind of been in the back of my head last few days. Maybe I'll see what appx build price will be and go S&S 111".

 

Well, the decision has been made. Made the 5 hour trip down to see Randy in Des Moines. Looking forward to my stage 4 98" I took one ride on his dyna with the same kit and I was sold. Fun little bike.

Leaving the bottom end of the bike alone. Can't wait.