Topic: $4k to spend... what would you do? (Read 2385 times)

Maladjusted · « **on:** July 25, 2012, 04:48:54 PM »

So I am looking for input on the best configuration for an upgrade to my '10 SESG. I use it for extended trips and need reliability. Want more punch, but need it civilized.

Here's what I am thinking:

Heads done $1,000 - $1200
Crank balanced, trued, pinned and welded. $1,000 - $1,500
Timken Bearing installed. $500?
Cams $300 - $500
Throttle Body $500
Labor $1,000 - $1500

Oof... I am over by a bit... Perhaps I am estimating on the high side? How about some specifics on the areas outlined?

Banana man · « **Reply #1 on:** July 25, 2012, 04:51:58 PM »

you are going to need more money if you are going to split the cases and
build a good strong reliable engine. I would say in the 6 to 8 grand range.JMO

Maladjusted · « **Reply #2 on:** July 25, 2012, 05:04:27 PM »

Appreciate the feedback... maybe I should just look at the 120R motor?

Banana man · « **Reply #3 on:** July 25, 2012, 05:15:00 PM »

Yep a friend of mine just did a 120 in his street glide and he said it cost
about 8500.00 to get it running and tuned in his bike. Good luck with
whatever you decide to do.

lilcoot · « **Reply #4 on:** July 25, 2012, 05:52:37 PM »

Where do you live in the US? If you're near the west coast, Jim at Metal Dragon (hd_dude) has done a couple builds recently for members here and does excellent work. Sounds like exactly what you're trying to do. The shop's phone # is 510-885-9571.

Hotrod50 · « **Reply #5 on:** July 25, 2012, 06:04:00 PM »

Down payment on BMW KL1600

Big Dog · « **Reply #6 on:** July 25, 2012, 06:21:02 PM »

Quote from: Hotrod50 on July 25, 2012, 06:04:00 PM

Down payment on BMW KL1600

You beat me to it!

smkymtnboy · « **Reply #7 on:** July 25, 2012, 06:38:29 PM »

contact prodrag1320 this site. his quote on rebuild seem reasonable.vendor on this site and member here. his quote for the above was much cheaper.

Maladjusted · « **Reply #8 on:** July 25, 2012, 06:55:49 PM »

lilcoot... wrong coast... bummer.

smkymtnboy... thanks, I'll research prodrag1320.

HOGMIKE · « **Reply #9 on:** July 25, 2012, 07:21:39 PM »

Pro charger

spada84 · « **Reply #10 on:** July 25, 2012, 09:12:35 PM »

Buy gold or guns.

hogasm · « **Reply #11 on:** July 26, 2012, 09:32:38 AM »

Quote from: Hotrod50 on July 25, 2012, 06:04:00 PM

Down payment on BMW KL1600

Ha ha

I was thinking the same thing

Banana man · « **Reply #12 on:** July 26, 2012, 10:01:45 AM »

Down payment on a BMW K1600GT or GTL would be another good choice. You might
want to talk to Rob May on this site,I think he has one.

miker · « **Reply #13 on:** July 26, 2012, 10:32:12 AM »

gas, food, hotels road trip.

sleepybare · « **Reply #14 on:** July 26, 2012, 11:09:36 AM »

I agree, to get that kind of work completed with splitting the cases you figures are a couple of thousand dollars light. But good luck with your build.

mrmagloo · « **Reply #15 on:** July 26, 2012, 05:03:11 PM »

Imho, get a decent exhaust, cams, programmer, and get a good dyno tune. The previous owner of my SEUC did just that, ended up with around 105HP/115TQ, and 6 years later with 34,000 miles, still runs like a raped ape and get great economy. I think this cost around $2K, and was a great bang for the buck. Stick the other $2K in your pocket and be happy.

SBB · « **Reply #16 on:** July 26, 2012, 05:41:21 PM »

Step 1
Ship the bike to Jim (hd-dude)
Step 2
Let Jim do his magic.
Step 3
Fly out to pick it up.
Step 4
Then ride that bitch home smiling all the way.

Oh yeah, take pictures on the way home.

SBB

Ironhorse · « **Reply #17 on:** July 26, 2012, 10:30:06 PM »

Go to Dubai for one helluva R-N-R weekend.

HILLSIDECYCLE.COM · « **Reply #18 on:** July 27, 2012, 06:52:31 AM »

Quote from: Maladjusted on July 25, 2012, 04:48:54 PM

So I am looking for input on the best configuration for an upgrade to my '10 SESG. I use it for extended trips and need reliability. Want more punch, but need it civilized.

Here's what I am thinking:

Heads done $1,000 - $1200
Crank balanced, trued, pinned and welded. $1,000 - $1,500
Timken Bearing installed. $500?
Cams $300 - $500
Throttle Body $500
Labor $1,000 - $1500

Oof... I am over by a bit... Perhaps I am estimating on the high side? How about some specifics on the areas outlined?

A set of good heads, cams, S&S lifters, and pushrods, and an S/E 58mm t/body should be a VERY nice upgrade that would be a ton of fun, without emptying your wallet!!
Scott

Maladjusted · « **Reply #19 on:** July 27, 2012, 09:16:44 AM »

Here's the plan... Thoughts?

port heads
compression set @ 10.0-1
S&S .625 cams
S&S lifters
58mm t. body
set SE roller rockers
balance,weld & pin lower end
timken conversion
and a good tune.

RedEagle · « **Reply #20 on:** July 27, 2012, 09:36:38 AM »

Motel bills, Good Food and Drink!!!

prodrag1320 · « **Reply #21 on:** July 27, 2012, 01:36:44 PM »

Quote from: RedEagle on July 27, 2012, 09:36:38 AM

Motel bills, Good Food and Drink!!!

see your from golden,Tony Drexler still around? (puttin Parts)

HILLSIDECYCLE.COM · « **Reply #22 on:** July 27, 2012, 02:56:12 PM »

Quote from: Maladjusted on July 27, 2012, 09:16:44 AM

Here's the plan... Thoughts?

port heads
compression set @ 10.0-1
S&S .625 cams
S&S lifters
58mm t. body
set SE roller rockers
balance,weld & pin lower end
timken conversion
and a good tune.

Now where near enough squeeze, to support that .625.
Scott

SE120R · « **Reply #23 on:** July 27, 2012, 03:16:38 PM »

259E cam 25482-10 299.95
10.5 pistons 22505-07 279.95
SEPST 32109-08C 459.95
Adj. PR 17997-99A 146.95
Gasket set 17350-07B 97.95
Tor cam bearing 24018-10 14.95
_______
1299.70

Good Exhaust sys ?
Good Tune ?
110+ hp, 115+ tq

geezerglide · « **Reply #24 on:** July 27, 2012, 07:37:28 PM »

Quote from: SE120R on July 27, 2012, 03:16:38 PM

259E cam 25482-10 299.95
10.5 pistons 22505-07 279.95
SEPST 32109-08C 459.95
Adj. PR 17997-99A 146.95
Gasket set 17350-07B 97.95
Tor cam bearing 24018-10 14.95
_______
1299.70

Good Exhaust sys ? Approx. $600.00 - $1100.00
Good Tune ? Approx. ]450.00 - 500.00
110+ hp, 115+ tq
Headwork Approx. 900.00 - +
Labour depends if you do it yourself

geezerglide

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