Slight misfire.
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A lot of times it is called vacume leaks .
It makes for a lean system.
EFI will try to compensate for it (on some systems)
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Update on the VRSCAW misfire. Installed new HD spark plugs, properly gapped. Littler or no improvement.
Ran two bottles of injector cleaner through. Little or no improvement.
Visited my other HD dealer [Jamestown NY] They seemed very knowledgable and willing to spend time going over the details.
First plan:
I have a pair of OEM slip ons I purchased on ebay, in case my modifications didn't work out. I removed my modified slip ons and installed my standard set.
Plan now is to put about 2500 miles on and see how it goes. Rode to work this afternoon and it seems it runs better with the back pressure of the proper exhaust.
Also, check intake manifold joints for false air [thanks Kingglide549]. HD said spray a little BrakeKleen at the joints if the engine falters, there is a leak. In addition, check the intake test port caps are there and not leaking.
More Later.
Thanks for the support guys!
Ran two bottles of injector cleaner through. Little or no improvement.
Visited my other HD dealer [Jamestown NY] They seemed very knowledgable and willing to spend time going over the details.
First plan:
I have a pair of OEM slip ons I purchased on ebay, in case my modifications didn't work out. I removed my modified slip ons and installed my standard set.
Plan now is to put about 2500 miles on and see how it goes. Rode to work this afternoon and it seems it runs better with the back pressure of the proper exhaust.
Also, check intake manifold joints for false air [thanks Kingglide549]. HD said spray a little BrakeKleen at the joints if the engine falters, there is a leak. In addition, check the intake test port caps are there and not leaking.
More Later.
Thanks for the support guys!
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Okay, I'm getting it!
I saw a 2003 VR the other day. The guy said he had a power commander and loved it.
They make a controller and an auto tune add-on . Pricey, but hey, it's a V Rod.
What is the forum consensus on auto tune?
I would tend to go with just the Power Commander or another make if you guys know a better one.
The saga continues. I appreciate all the support!
I saw a 2003 VR the other day. The guy said he had a power commander and loved it.
They make a controller and an auto tune add-on . Pricey, but hey, it's a V Rod.
What is the forum consensus on auto tune?
I would tend to go with just the Power Commander or another make if you guys know a better one.
The saga continues. I appreciate all the support!