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- The cam plate does quite a bit more than just support two camshafts on the Harely-Davidson Twin Cam, it's also the "distribution center" for all the oil flow within the engine. The factory unit works for stock to mildly modified bikes (exhaust, air cleaner, tune) but when you start adding cams, porting heads, big bore kits and increasing compression its flaws can really start to show. We'll cover the flaws of the stock unit, compare it to the aftermarket upgrades and show you why you should upgrade the stock cam plate.
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What's your favorite cam plate and why on today's list of cam chest upgrades?
Fueling camplate installed. Very happy with the performance.👍
I went with a local company in Manchester, NH named RR Cycles for my cam plate.
In the process of installing a Feuling OE+, their high volume oil pump, along with their 525 cams in my 03 Dyna.... also went with the 06+ conversion plate, bushings not bearings & hydraulic cam tensioners... bought the kit $759 , $349 for the cams
I put the screaming eagle kit in with the Axtell oil pressure relief system... so far it works great with the low idle rpm lifter rattle being completely gone..
Very nice! That's an excellent choice!
This is why I will never buy a brand new Harley. They either need to lower their prices or start putting premium parts in the the bikes they charge a premium price for.
I w I would have to agree, they need to get some much better quality parts in place for the price.
This is 2022 ...the today is about a problem that was totally covered and it's obsolete problem doesn't exist since 2019
@@GixxerFoo for my latest information from owners themselves the problem and issue that you're speaking of one year ago was fixed three years prior to that so speaking of problems that did exist three years after they're cured claiming at the same problem is there is killing sales for no particular reason at all as we are and lost two customers here and they admitted themselves they're never going to buy a new Harley for this problem that does not exist kind of seems like a waste and counterproductive so we would like to see the company's continue I believe but at this rate of common misunderstandings in the communication line is no excuse anymore that's just blatant mismanagement of information that every time this happens is one more brick in the wall before there's not going to be hard days for one silly reason that nobody can agree on present day conditions and that's deplorable it's hideous downright destructive for no reason unless you didn't really want to see him gone for good at this point I really don't care the next money I spend on one I'm finally going to build one like I should have done 20 years ago and it'll be the ultimate and chances are it will last longer than the last time I built 37 years ago this still screaming and the hands of some very destructive children that won't let go of the throttle the last 10 years this is one little groups on it and it was a electric light and blue looks like somebody got mad at it with ball peeing hammer and repaired their damage with a rattle can primer black the engine is exactly the same one I built 37 years ago and I don't think there's anyone here or anyone that's ever read this blog can claim that they're very first engine is still as fast as it was 37 years later sorry I will maintain those bragging rights forever in order to do what I did you're going to have to have some more information cuz you don't have enough to keep on running I knew it at that
What do you guys do to your bikes..drag race them? I got two twin88 with 59k miles on both..no upgrades. I got a 2019 Roadking Special and a 2021 Street Glide...no upgrades or sumping problems. I think these videos are made as just click bait. Its just like the Hemi tick...my Ram has 99k miles ands runs great. I never really watch Harley shit because Im to busy riding. My rant
@@RoadKing65Myself coming in new with my first stock, used tc88, upgraded the cam plate, and cams seems like a must?
I have to admit I really do enjoy your vids only it leaves my slighty confused about cam plate. Here new Zealand we don't have the heat problem and my bike fxst 13 stg 1 and I've just brought a Andrew's 57H cam and ss push rods lifters berings an feuling tensioner an chains I'm doing this myself with help when - if needed from experienced friend. Im hoping my super tuner pro will be OK for the turning or I'll be saving for some time to enjoy the benefits. Anyway cheers for ya vids. Also we pay way over double x3 if you put tax and shipping to get down here. 👍
Had dealership install an s&s chain, bike vibrated so badly for me it was unrideable. 3 weeks later they were able to tune the vibration out, but I'm still worried.
S&S timing chain? I would check your crank runout on that pinion shaft.
@@GixxerFoo no, s&s chestplate, chain driven. I should've been more articulate.
Your videos have become my favorites for the quality of the information you provide. Keep up the great work.
Thank you, I really appreciate it! I have plenty of content to come!
Thank you soo much for your excellent videos! I bought myself a 20yr old " brand new dyna" with 40K kms on it. After seeing your vids I checked my tensioners , and exactly as you predicted: both broken.YOU SAVED MY MOTOR!! . I had my HD dealer - install the golden SE cam plate & oil pump , and since it was open, at the same time install S&S509 cams. Also we replaced the rear shocks and front springs with hyperpros from Holland. Now the bike is better than it has ever been before. I am very grateful.! Did anyone ever tell you that your very clear -no nonsence- way of presenting is a true blessing!! Thank you and keep it up! kind regards from Holland!...
Thank you, I really appreciate you watching the videos! It's so good to hear you caught that before it went through the motor, that's exactly why I enjoy making these videos. I've seen to many people buy a nice motorcycle and get the shock of a lifetime when something like the tensioners break.
I didn't understand why my mechanic told me I needed a new cam plate (thought it was just a cover) and oil pump when he does my 09 SG 96 to 107 upgrade, until I watched a bunch of your videos. My oil pressure at idle was always worrisome because it was very low. Thanks to one of your other videos, I told him to put in new cam chain tensioners (Bike has 37,000 miles) when doing my upgrade. Thanks for the free education.
I have used Fueling cam plates and pumps in all 5 of the Twinke's I have done. And too 100 % Satisfaction.
That's awesome! Feuling has some nice complete cam chest upgrade packages complete with a cam.
What did you use I am going to change the cam and like to do the same
I don know why when you get a Harley you have to start upgrading stuff that should be good to go out the door. Here in late 2021 I see HD has begun to do just that with power and torque done right out the gate with built in reliability. Before I bought my 2017 M8 I had a Yamaha Road star 2008, that bike ran like a mutha year after year with just oil changes and gear oil changes thats it, nothing else other than brake pads and a tire.
The point being riding should be about riding and not problematic issues that keep the bike on a lift rather than the road.
I have an acquaintance who is one of the most talented Harley-Davidson techs I know - an eclectic character known to frequently exclaim "Harley builds junk."
That might be a little harsh, however, the more I listen to this channel, the more I'm beginning to realize that a stock Harley-Davidson is a good starting point in building a quality motorcycle. Too bad they aren't priced accordingly.
Sadly their factory parts leave a lot of room for improvement. If you leave it alone and just ride it with a stage 1 setup you'll be fine. But if you get into the engine it's important to upgrade the supporting parts at the same time like installing new cams for example. You can build a very reliable Harley if you upgrade the supporting parts as you go.
HD of today are much more reliable and better engineered and built in comparison to the day when HD was owned and manufactured by AMF. Back in the AMF days when the first accessory that you went out and bought was a service manual and you put a piece of cardboard under the bike because it would mark its territory with a pool of 20w-50. Is HD the best thing since sliced bread? Probably not, but they are a versatile customizable motorcycle that sure are fun to ride.
Kind of out of topic but can I just put a cam in there and nothing else just like a straight up Bolton cam I did that to my evil motor and I didn’t have to buy nothing but just the cam this one is going in a twin cam 2012, 103?
Damn dude every time I watch one of your videos my wallet gets lighter.
Great info thanks
Lol once you open your wallet to performance it just bleeding money!
I'm going to get the Fueling OE for my Dyna. This also reminds me of why the Sportster is the greatest Harley made
Leads me to believe I should just leave the motor alone
Always great videos bro! You’ve become my favorite channel for no nonsense info! Thanks for all of you’re hard work! You’re greatly appreciated!
Thank you! I enjoy putting it out there and keeping it straight forward.
agreed
I bought the Feuling with the oil pump, OE
I really feel like that's the way to go with run out on the cranks these days.
So if i am upgrade to the wood tw222 would i have to change out my came plate? Or can i get away with it?
In a delima! Bought S&S Camplate and pump along with a woods 222 and S&S pushrods and lifters before testing runout. Runout is at .008 and according to S&S thats too much. Max for them is .005. Which camplate would you recommend? Never had a problem with original plate or pump. Wanted to change my chain tennsioners at 60K miles and surprisingly they weren that bad. Decided to upgrade to the Woods 222 and complete stage II. Now I don't know what to do about camplate and oil pump. Do I put the original plate and pump with .008 runout? Please asvise!!!
The tolerances on the original cam plate and oil pump are a lot looser than the S&S cam plate and oil pump which are more of a race plate. You've got a few options here, you can go back with the stock cam plate and oil pump using your new cam. I would go ahead and change the tensioners so you're fresh. You can use the S&S pushrods and lifters which I would recommend with the new cam. If you still want to use an aftermarket cam plate and oil pump check out Feuling OE. It's an upgraded cam plate and high flow oil pump much like the S&S but it's made to account for factory crank run out. You might see if you can return the cam plate and oil pump, or sell it. The next option is to take the motor all the way down and get the crank rebuilt or replace it with an already built crank. Don't use the S&S cam plate and pump with the runout you have, it will roach that cam plate and oil pump quick.
Hey Boss outstanding video, so whats the chances of getting permission to present this video to explain what has happened. I believe I had parts swapping going on ie paid for TC 3 camplate and oil pump the beutifull blue stuff. never saw blue when first motor issue NOW the motor has stock camplate and oil pump stock lifters and a ugly looking rear piston skirts which got r.e.a.l. hot Any way got first day of trial 5th but I need my exhibits in by close of business tomorrow. Whats the rules on kyping your video??
Yeah you can use it for a presentation, I'm all for getting the word out and explaining things when it comes to Harleys.
Go with Zipper's blueprinted cam plate with Zipper's Red Shift Dual Piston Chain Tensioners. You are definitely on point with the high flow fuel pump suggestion...must have! You can save some money with the Screaming Eagle cam plate but make sure to switch to the Axtell bypass valve and dual piston chain tensioners. Just my two cents (which is probably worth even less). Always enjoy the content. Keep it coming. Ride hard, ride fast, ride safe!!!
Thanks for the tip! That's getting really deep and pairing the best parts down to the detail, I like that a lot!
Thanks. Very kind of you to reply...and overlook my mistakenly mentioning fuel pump instead of oil pump. Keep cranking out the great content, sir!!
Auto correct these days can be a real pain. Not a problem at all, hit me anytime!
This kinda stuff is what has always kept me from buying an HD-they charge more money than any other OEM for their bikes, then we have to fix all their factory defects....For what they charge, they should manufacture it better, just my opinion.
I totally agree, they are supposed to be premium brand they lived up to that with the Evo. There's just some things they did for cost savings at the expense of quality that are quite unimpressive.
One thing to note. When using the SS cam plate if u have a bike with a OEM shoe tensioner style , you must convert to either hydraulic tensioner or gear drive cams .They don’t give you the option of using the bad design that Harley used. I believe the cam plates are the same but if you go gear drive, you block off the hydraulic tensioner oil passages with a plate that is supplied with the cam plate if you order it for gear drive cams. So make sure you get the hydraulic tensioner if you plan on going that route. Also, make sure you keep the oil pump gears in their original position since they are matched sets.
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I had a complete S&S cam chest kit put in my 2000 RKC TC88. That cam plate came with my kit. Works great!
After just about 40 years of repairing HD engines I can say the stock cam plate is more than adequate for street cams being under .600 lift and engines not spinning more than 6000 rpm on a routine basis. In short, if you are not building a race engine, you do not need race engine parts. Did you know the plunger can be removed and serviced to prevent failure to seat ? In addition, springs can be changed in your stock cam plate to increase oil pressure, but its not really necessary on street bikes producing less the 100hp. Save your money, . Buy the Bike, not the Hype.
Very well said! The stock plate is more than adequate when it comes to bolt in cams. There's a lot you can do with those cam plates a lot of people throw them in the trash not knowing that.
$500 Question?!? Can the cast plate be inspected for porosity in the bypass valve area?!? I have never messed with one, therefore I am not sure if this area is accessible and visible for inspection. I want to install a set of Star Racing cams to make my 103TC sound like a Harley should, but don’t want to spend a fortune. I will get my performance from gearing the bike down, not spending thousands on big bore, heads, injectors, throttle bodies, blah blah blah......
You'd have to pull the cam plate out and have it X-rayed to check for porosity, but by then you would be better off just getting a Feuling OE billet cam plate. That would be a lot cheaper than checking the stock cam plate for porosity. You can use the stock plate with an aftermarket cam, just use new cam bearing at a minimum and thoroughly inspect your lifters. That's about as cost effective as I would get on a cam swap.
Dude. I've worked with, and on Touring bikes with over 100k miles in hundreds of cases. Once the bypass valve issues of 06-07 vintage were fixed, I've never had my Fueling test unit out of the box since.
Just upgrade everything already because Harley Davidson produces crap from the factory
Basically, if you're leaving it stock or just pipes, air cleaner and a tune it's fine. But if you start going further than that you'll want to upgrade with supporting parts.
Dan Thayer outta NY. Makes a camplate & pump assembly. Good features, specs, & an interesting back story on his patented oil pump.
That's awesome! Has he started marketing it?
Great video! I’d like to know more about the benefits of a higher volume oil pump. Any dangers of oil pressure running too high? Better oil flow reduces wear, I would think, but does it reduce heat also?
The higher volume oil pump combined with a oil cooler would reduce your heat since your flowing more oil at a higher through the engine. Your cam plate has the relief valve which will prevent your oil pressure from rising above specified levels.
Soooo.....I if I spend 7 or 8k on a used Dyna, then I need to spend 4 or 5 more on a true track, oil cooler, and engine upgrades?
Not necessarily, just depends how you ride. If you ride hard and experience any issues there are ways to cool the bike down and make the chassis rigid. Just depends on how you ride it, if you're just cruising it shouldn't need anything.
I swear, every time i think a question, i open youtube and you made a video with the answer.
Imo a Feuling OE+plus with the oil pump is a great deal. Take the $ you saved and do more oil changes.
Hey sir, enjoy watchin your videos. I was just wondering I saw several places where you mentioned the Woods 222's. Any recommendations as far as to what cam plate, push rods & oil pump to go with them? I have a 2012 SG and love doin my own work, then I can only blame myself when somethin goes wrong lol, any help matching them up would be greatly appreciated.
Before going with a race plate I would check your crank run out on the pinion, you want to be below .005. If your in the neighborhood of .005 Feuling OE oil pump and cam plate would be the way to go, they have looser tolerances to compensate for that. Race plates will get chewed up if you have run out at or above .005.
Based on cost/value and your evaluation, I'd say the Screaming Eagle is the best bet for the $$. Thanks for such a comprehensive vid!
Great video. I have a 2002 88 twincam with over a hundred thousand miles. I bought the fueling cam plate kit with oil pump, new inner Cam bearing, crank gear, cam gear and chain.
Haven't started yet, saving up for new camshafts, and cam tools.
Very nice kit, every thing you need for $829.95.
I went with a Screaming Eagle on a 2004 Heritage Classic, 88 replacing the cam tensioners with hydraulic
That's one of the best things you can do for an 88, did you go with the complete kit that has the tensioners and oil pump?
@@GixxerFoo yes. Works great. I also had an HD oil cooler installed. As soon as the weather allows me to ride to my HD dealer I am getting them to install my Legend suspension upgrade front and back.
That Legends suspension is absolutely top of the line, you will love it!
@@GixxerFoo and also had vance and hines pro pipes installed. I favor maximizing engine reliability. I'm happy with the performance.
@@GixxerFoo I can't wait to try it out. This summer We are going to be on the road as much as possible.
Just the info I was going to ask you, I’m leaning toward the S&S cam 570 and cam plate plus the oil pump. The cost keeps rising but it’s cheaper than buying a new ride. Thanks for the video 👍
That's what I like about a Harley, it cost a lot up front but it's cheaper to keep it fresh over buying a new one!
Great video I wish you put it out 3 years ago. When I did my cam upgrade I did a lot of research that’s how I picked the 57h cams but at the time most guys on Harley forums were saying the Rushmore 103 Ho that I have was upgraded and not necessary. I would still like to do a S& S plate & pump one of these days
They did put a better cam in the HO but it's not what your Andrews cam is capable of!
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I meant the cam plate was supposed to be upgraded. Do you know if that is fact ?
It may have been updated some but it's not anything like the Screamin Eagle piece.
Another video of great information. I like the Fueling cam plate and Im going with the kit with the oil pump and stuff. Im also thinking about going with the 545cams but not sure yet , i have to look into it a little more. Thanks again 🤘🏻🤪🤘🏻
I was having an issue with oil sumping and was concerned about the cam tensioners, so I went with a Feuling cam plate, hydraulic tensioners, high volume oil pump, lifters and S&S 509 cams on my 2000 FLSTC with 50K miles. I'm happy with that choice and it was a good project during COVID lockdown.
You won't have to worry about that cam chest for a long time now going back with all quality components. What do think of that new cam compared to before with the stock cam?
@@GixxerFoo I have no plan to put it on a dyno, but 'seat-of-the-pants feeling' is improved torque over the stock cams. The only prior modifications made to the bike, just after buying it in 2000, were jetting the carb, high vol. air intake and a set of V&H Longshots. My first Harley was a 73 SuperGlide FX. I keep my rides for a long time LOL.
To me that feel in the seat is really all that matters!
Im going with Zippers. I want the most oil pressure I can get and the most constant and even oil pressure I can get.
Great video! Im always looking forward to the next one. 🙂👍
Thank you! Zippers is a very nice product, even though it's not adjustable like the S&S you can get different springs to for the bypass valve to increase or decrease pressure.
@@GixxerFoo is it self-adjustable? If not, i
don't want anything I have to adjust on.
I comes preset ready to run but you can adjust it if you need to make changes for your setup.
I'm glad I saw this video just ordered a cam and high volume pump guess it would be wise to change the plate cheap insurance, well not cheap
It's not bad idea while you're in there to go ahead and get it done all at once! Cheaper than going back over it again!
@GixxerFoo I was told that and it made sense, never did this before so going to be interesting
It's what happens when quality control is not around...but profits are...hence why Harley is going bankrupt
Been waiting for 2+ months for my S&S CAM-Chest kit to be available - (2014 FLHTK 103)
Upgrading pump/plate/pushrods/CAMS/chains - hoping to get better lower-end torque + some additional HP (RPMS 0 - 4k range) with the new CAMS expecting mid 80's HP & 100+ in torque - BTW found your channel a few mths back - LUVIN IT - TY & Keep them coming
*Due to your video on crankshaft/runout having that checked, regardless of the # still going with chain vs gear
Thank you! Yeah S&S is really having some supply issues, almost all their engine components are out of stock.
went with fueling ,camplate and hp oil pump.i put andrews 37gear driven, cams, and a brand new s&crank! week later, went to check oil...WHHWAATTT...little tiny bit at bottom of stick, bastard starting sumping, in a week!!!!!!!!!! too early. lower end rebuild, you think my indy would caught this, before it left the shop!! oh my!! Dropping it off sat, and jumping in a cab!! call me when you fix, it right,bro....4,000 $. wtf! you guys thinking what video wa saying, maybe the new camplates pressure release valve, isnt holding, or spring and check ball valve on new HP oil pump, buts its brand new???? 1 week old.
Sounds like you need to a vented dipstick and or vented transmission cover. That's one of the first things to go with on the M8, the factory crankcase venting is terrible.
@@GixxerFoo hi. ty for response.i have TC 2005 fatboy, 15th anniv. just rebuilt lower end. Is it normal for a HP fueling oil pump and camplate, to sump??? i never had anything else, but the oe,plate and pump??? please do tell, ty in advance
After all the updates, upgrades and adjustments on my Harley...I now have a Honda.
That's one way to fix it
Honda will last longer. Will not need the maintenance that Harley will need.
Blasphemy! 😂
I got both, and yes I ride more with honda and wrench more with harley
@@TheSkylark16 I couldn't stand to listen to one after the Harley! Mine doesn't have a radio either, it just plays one song...thump thump.
Will the factory cam plate be ok if I'm upgrading my 07 CVO 110 with redshift 587 cams?
Yeah you can keep the factory plate it's just an opportune time to upgrade it while you're doing the cam.
@@GixxerFoo your right and went with a fueling OE+ cam plate and fueling up lifters
I did Andrews gear driven cams, fueling cam plate & high flow oil pump.
Oil pressure is very low at idle but comes right up with rpm.
The oil pressure will be decently low at idle and as the oil thins, just depends on the rpm as the oil pumps really tend to operate on demand.
Hi 👋, I find your territorial is very interesting, I’ve been watching now for quite some time so a few weeks ago I started sending you some messages about buying a old twin cam , namely a Softail DEUCE as I have had a 1999 1450/1550 mod . Which I think I will try and buy later this year, But I think I am right the FEULING cam plate you showed is for a M8 , not a twin cam ???
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I’ll get right on that. Great stuff brother!
I appreciate it! Hope things are going well for you!
HD SE cam plate and oil pump @ $399...it's $200 overpriced...in comparison to the S&S cam plate and HF TC3 oil pump....IF the Harley SE version was anywhere close to as good as S&S, HD would charge $800 compared to S&S $700 package. TRUE DAT!
Thanks!
Thank you for your support of the channel!! I hope the videos are helpful!! What Harley are you riding?
What cam set would you recommend for an 03 twin cam that has been converted to a trike? I'm not a speed demon, but looking for low to mid range performance.
iF I'M GOING THROUGH THE EFFORT THE ZIPPERS SOUNDS BEST WITH A NEW OIL PUMP. iD PROBABLY TRUE THE CRANBK AND MAKE THE 96 i HAVE INTO A 107. Then again this bike has a hack on its side so the 97 is enough power to drag it along.
Where are you located? Perhaps I should bring my business to you...
I'm in Oklahoma, but I don't run a shop or anything. I just do work on my friends bikes and my own.
i went with a fueling 543 cam.... fueling 8015 cam plate and fueling 7062 oil pump for my 2012flhp
Feuling's setup like that actually gains with just the cam plate alone due to reduced rolling resistance, it just gets even better paired with a set of their cams.
Have S&S Cycle Cam Pate and Oil Pump With MR103 cams. Couldn't be happier.
5:09 starts reviewing the aftermarket choices
ULTIMA makes a quality cam plate and pump, at a super price. I'v installed them, and S&S, and a feuling. I currently have the last 2 in my own bikes, no problem with either. great quality and performance.
CNC - abbreviation Digital Technology.
computer numerical control: automated operation of a machine by a computer program:
a CNC drill press; a CNC machinist.
It has nothing to do with the type or quality of the metal. The stock camplate is CNC. The stock camplate is die or sand cast with a low grade aluminum. After market camplates will use a billet aluminum made from either a 6000 or 7000 series grade. Before you spend any money on a new camplate or oil pump make sure that your flywheel run out is .002” or less. If it is not you will of just wasted a few hundred dollars.
Good info, those are all good camplates. Im planning on doing a complete S&S setup on my 07 Streetglide. The only issue i can see is extreme runout from those shit Harley cranks which should be addressed first before you spend the money on the cam chest.
Hoban Brothers Darkhorse crank and motor sprocket (compensator replacement)! Accept nothing less!
2007 to 2009 the crank was an issue for sure, the S&S is a really good setup to go with. I would say S&S probably know about Harley than the MoCo does themselves.
Those are some damn nice high quality parts, they are some of my favorite! I love that compensator eliminator they offer with the cush drive and it's rebuildable.
Anyone running the Ultima Performance oil pump and cam plate? Anyone heard anything about them? They are much cheaper than Fueling & S&S’s setup.
Here we go with the Honda BS. If I wanted a Honda I’d buy one. But I don’t. Even if I dipped my toes into the Far East bikes I wouldn’t choose a Honda. It would be a Kawasaki or a Yamaha. 🖕🖕🖕🖕
I have a 2010 FLHTK with 103. Its just a Bagger cruiser. Have K&N filter, Screamin' Eagle exhaust, Have you compared the wood TW-222 vs TW-7H?
I've been heavy on the TW-222 but I haven't covered the 7H, here's the video with the 222 in a 103 th-cam.com/video/ixeV1wRzsoY/w-d-xo.html
I have a 1999 Road King Classic thinking about replacing the cam plate and cams but it has magneti Mereli fuel injection system , can it be tune for the new cams?
I'm gonna go with the fueling
Feuling makes some awesome parts!
Feuling I think. With a high performance oil pump upgrade. Great vid
Thank you! It's hard to beat the Feuling combo, they make top notch products.
So I have a question. I have a 2006 Deluxe. It runs well but has 40k miles on it and so I'm about to do the tensioners on it (I did open the cam chest to check on it regularly). What are your thoughts on putting money into upgrades on this bike vs getting a newer, say 2010-2013 deluxe. Does it make sense to sell my current bike and upgrade to the newer 103 of those years which, as you had said, are the best years. Is it worth the extra financial investment?
Personally with a Harley l like to upgrade the current bike unless you are more interested in the later features. That's the beauty of the Harley is keeping the one that's paid for and making it more bad ass than the new ones!
Good info on the woods t222. Swapped and had FP3 send a correct map. Fantastic mid range torque. It was a great vid..thanks for your time
I've got a 103 Softail Slim (around town cruiser, not a drag bike), and keen to eventually do a cam upgrade for bottom end power. I'm willing to get a decent 'kit' ... ie, not just the cams, but cam plates, oil pump, pushrods, etc. I'm not sure whether I purchase the bits individually or get a bundled kit from a dedicated performance vendor. And then there also lies the question whether I upgrade the compensator & clutch spring. The other option is to leave it stock, but I'd be missing out on the fun :)
That's awesome! I am huge fan of the 222, that cam just has power everywhere! Unless you really targeting low end or high end specifically it's hard to beat that Wood TW-222.
There's nothing wrong with getting the parts together individually, just gotta make sure that the cam you choose will work with the compression ration of the kit you choose. I would check out FuelMoto kits, they are very reasonably priced and make awesome power. They can take care of you start to finish and the service (even after the sale) is top notch! You'll at least want a heavy duty clutch spring at a minimum, this will prevent slipping when you really put the coals to it. The compensator is always a 50/50, I personally would leave it unless you have a problem. But if you're going to do something with it, I would recommend the Dark Horse compensator eliminator with the cush drive built in.
Most guys I know are running the Feuling OE+ cam plate with the Feuling Race oil pump. It’s a pretty rock solid combo. Plus it’s a little cheaper than S&S.
Total side note, feuling just came out with basically a super scavenger high volume oil pump that is supposed to be great and have way more scavenging, hence the name. That combo would be a good one as well, In my opinion.
Those are some awesome combinations, you really can circulate enough oil through a twin cam with how hot they run.
@@GixxerFoo combine that with a Jagg oil cooler and you’re in business.
👍 can't beat an oil cooler, that is a must have on a twin cam.
GixxerFoo, love your vids! Been thinkin of upgrading my cams on my 2014 SG. Watched your vid on cams and decided to go with S&S, now after watching this I’m a bit confused on what else I should do? Don’t want to have issues down the line. My budget is a bit tight. What are your thoughts?
The cam is the absolute best upgrade on any Harley, most people find that after a cam swap they won't need anything else. A cam with exhaust, air cleaner and a good tune is normally more than enough power for riding on the street.
Another useful video man ✌🏽
What do you think about swapping the belt for chain and sprocket after doing the compression kit ?
I did the cams on my 110 SE after watching ur vid 👌🏽👌🏽
What cams did you go with? Just really depends how hard you ride, the belts will take a lot of power but if your racing or something the chain is a good idea. Chain is going to be more maintenance, lubed and adjusted.
@@GixxerFoo And replacements. Belts are forever!
I wouldn't recommend spending more money with HD company to fix what should have be well done, to begin with..
I just had a SE torque cam installed in a 2019 RK. I had the old oil pump version replaced with the current revision. If I understand you correctly the Fueling OE+ would work with the current revision of Harley Davidson M8 oil pump and be an improvement? Thanks
Correct the OE plus will work on the factory cam plate as it has looser tolerances than the race pump which requires the high performance cam plate.
I have a Feuling cam chest kit w/525 cams in a 103 twin cam. CNC heads and forge pistons. Runs great
Went with the SE gold camplate (and torque cam) on my M8 (ride 2 up 80%), which included high cap oil pump and adjustable rods and hyd lifters. Good bump for a Stage 2 upgrade.
It really pisses me off that Harley Davidson does not upgrade from the factory to CNC parts and that they put out just average equipment as there are critical parts for longevity of their engines
Zippers
S & S is the way to go however even if u have a 99 to 05 motor you must replace the oil pump with 07 & up pump ! But you can pull all the plugs out of cam plate for complete cleaning & also can replace the pinion shaft bushing ! I have installed all plates you mentioned & I vote for S & S !
Great tip! The 07 up was a huge improvement over the earlier pumps, S&S is awesome for the maintenance you can perform on their cam plate.
So are the oil pumps, the cams, etc etc
It's really a good idea to do it all while you're in the motor!
This is not about cam plates, but I would like you to test a least one of the Andrew's cams. Tks
So I have a question regarding upgrading a cam plate. My 16 street bob only has around 10,000 miles on it but I was thinking of doing an upgrade when I do the chain tensioner just because I’m already there anyway do you think it’s worth my time and money if I’m not actually upgrading my cams and just want the added insurance that my engine is protected
love your vids So this is kind of a unique situation I have a 2015 free Wheeler with 103 have already done the slip on louvered mufflers and intake sysyem with the fp3 tuner I'm thinking about doing the header pipe and the cams this thing only has 3,000 miles on it due to the guy i bought it from could not ride it so in your Opinion would you change the lifters and bearings in this along with the cam plate and oil pump im thinking of the woods tw222 cams
I personally like to do new lifters and cam bearings while I'm in there with the bike down, it's just piece of mind. New parts wear out old, can you get away without it, very likely. But good, bad, right, wrong or indifferent I sleep better changing it out while I'm in there.
Shit now I'm getting a cam plate
They aren't a bad upgrade while you're in there with a new cam set!
Ordered a set of ss 570 chain cams fueling lifters and comp cam pushrods
I’m installing on 2013 road glide.
Is changing the cam plate necessary . Was considering just upgrading the oil pump
It's not 100% necessary if you're going with the Feuling OE oil pump, but since you're in there it would be the time do it. The Feuling OE cam plate and oil pump would be the way to go unless your checking crank run out and having it trued up. With the race plate and oil pump your crank runout really needs to be below .005. The OE series will allow for some higher run out and it won't get chewed up with the tighter tolerances required by the race plate and pump.
Fueling OE+ or screaming eagle ?we are talking plate and oil pump . They seem to be priced around the same. Ss 200 more
I think I’d go with S&S proven quality and longevity in the industry, then I could rock and S&S air cleaner cover 😂
Screening eagle plate I recon
The SE plate is a good choice, it's very cost effective compared to the S&S and Feuling. If you're just riding and cruising it would be my pick hands down.
You mentioned that the SE has better scavenging. I have an 08 which is known to have crank runnout issues on some of them. This means a chance for sumping. Better scavenging would at least treat that symptom to a larger degree.
That could be a serious issue, but paired with the SE cam plate they are supposed to flow more oil than the stock cam plate with a high volume pump. Sumping has been a huge issue on the M8, especially the 2017 and 2018 models.
I upgraded with the Screamin Eagle kit on my Twin Cam. Now I have 0 pressure at idle and 10psi at 3,000. Driving me crazy. Upgrade to fix a problem only to have another.
That really sounds like a issue with the cam plate and bypass valve possibly.
@@GixxerFoo leaning towards the bypass valve myself. It started as a flickering oil light and now it's on at idle and shuts off at 1650 rpm. Wondering if I can upgrade the spring without removing the cam plate.
I have to say the S&S would be a great choice. Can you recommend twin cams for my 2014 street glide ?
S&S is a great cam plate to with, for the 103's I like the Wood TW-222 on the touring bikes for a cam. It's got power all over the chart and really doesn't give up anything anywhere in the power band.
In your opinion which set up is best?
I am no mechanic but love and learn a lot from your videos.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
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Honestly they are really good, but me personally I think I would go with S&S. They cost a bit more but S&S is well known for vastly improving upon Harleys designs. I appreciate you watching the videos, even if you don't do your own work it's just good to know what's out there and not get taken advantage of when do you have a bike worked on.
I'd go with the fuelling I think but I don't know what high-volume oil pump to use? Do you have any thoughts?
I like to keep parts brands together as a set personally if l can. Unless one just stands out of above the other then l would mix the two. But l would go Feulings oil pump, it's a very reliable unit.
@@GixxerFoo thanks, much respect!
They are all good. But I like to stick with Harley Davison parts for my bike. I do you the same with my Ford truck keep it all Ford parts. Thanks bro for taking the time to do these videos!! 👊🏼😎
You are very welcome, nothing wrong with sticking with the manufactureres parts. I get comments about Harley parts but l include them because some people like to stick with SE or OEM.
On my 2015 Fatboy 103 I’m going with the s&s kit. Kit includes 551 easy start cams and easy install push rods…
That's a really nice kit, you won't be disappointed after you get that installed!
I have 2010 Fat Bob I'm thinking of S&S Cam plate with Hi Flo oil pump just to cool down my motor
It's not a bad idea at all, you might check your runout on the pinion shaft and make sure you're below .005. You might check out Feulings OE cam plate and high volume oil pump. It's got some looser tolerance requirements for the stock cranks.
Another great video, I'm glad you mentioned the screaming eagle cam plate, for those who are getting a new Harley keeping the warranty is important.The more information the better
The SE cam plate is an excellent upgrade and in my opinion a must if you plan on doing a cam set!
I have been reluctant to spend the money for a new camplate. But I think you just scared me into doing it. At 88000 miles it is still respectably quiet. Amsoil changed every 5000 miles has protected my engine.
Amsoil is good stuff! The stock cam plate works well for what it is, if you put some aftermarket performance cams in it's a good idea to upgrade the cam plate while you're in there.
been thinking about doing the zippers upgrade for a while
Zippers makes some stout engine kits, their ThunderMax ecm is hard to beat.
Hello do you have any idea WHY at 75 mph on freeway my engine made a low squeal sound and just stopped I pulled clutch in rolled down the shoulder a little, tried letting clutch out slowly she started I limped to exit called for truck??? 1800 miles on new twin cam 107" rebuild
Oh crap I'm sorry to hear that! That could be any number of things, sounds like something in the motor let go. If the motor won't turn over at all it may of seized up, but there's really no way to know for sure until it's tore apart and inspected.
That shelf in the background looking a little sketchy