Topic: Any one done the recall yet for 07 FXDSE? (Read 13314 times)

Andrea O · « **on:** September 06, 2008, 07:43:38 AM »

Has anyone done the recall (enhancement ha ha )work yet? I do not have my letter handy but I think it is :head gasket, center crankcase bolt and ACR valve.

ramd3704 · « **Reply #1 on:** September 07, 2008, 07:50:17 PM »

Mine is at the dealer now, took it in Tuesday and still not back yet. I'm going to call them Mon. Let you know how it runs when I get it back. Update, still don't have my bike back yet. They put it back together and had trouble with the ACR. Sent back to Harley. Harley says it needs a new head now. Maybe get it back next week, got my book and letter also.

fxdsebeloved · « **Reply #2 on:** September 08, 2008, 09:29:29 PM »

Brought mine in Sunday. Tied it in with the 20k service, hopefully back on Tuesday

fxdsebeloved · « **Reply #3 on:** September 11, 2008, 02:24:23 PM »

Well I picked mine up yesterday

Sounds a little differant than it did? ( Don't know why just differant) I was looking closely at the bike when I picked her up and everything looked OK. The dealer cleaned the hell out of it. Nice and shiny...

No more oil marks from where it started to seep at the bottom of the cylinders. Rode around for a little while then went home and looked at it in the garage a little more while sucking on a Beer

Decided to take her to work today to get some miles on her, eventhough their calling for rain later this afternoon. Ran great all the way in just like normal. I got off the bike at work and noticed the seep was back at the bottom of the cylinders

Cleaned them off and I'll see what they look like when I get home tonight

FLYNDYNA · « **Reply #4 on:** September 17, 2008, 09:51:46 AM »

Has your leak returned? I have not yet developed one at 8,500 miles and decided to put off the update till next year if it doesn't leak...

Flyndyna

fxdsebeloved · « **Reply #5 on:** September 17, 2008, 02:43:59 PM »

Yes it has

Back to the shop $:-\$

FLYNDYNA · « **Reply #6 on:** September 18, 2008, 12:19:13 PM »

Are you going to insist on a different repair strategy? Seems to me they should be replacing the jugs as well as the rings. There are some threads in the twin cam site that mention what should be done...best of luck to you!

Flyndyna

fxdsebeloved · « **Reply #7 on:** September 18, 2008, 12:53:58 PM »

The jugs were replaced @ 5K and everything was fine until about 16k when the bottom of the jugs started wheeping a small amount of oil.. I think his is do to poor workmanship (Mechanic)

Andrea O · « **Reply #8 on:** September 23, 2008, 09:07:59 PM »

I have had my recall done and have driven 800 miles without any leaks!

ramd3704 · « **Reply #9 on:** September 28, 2008, 08:29:58 PM »

Pick up my bike tomorrow, had the upgrade done, let you know what I think.

Lennyiti · « **Reply #10 on:** September 29, 2008, 05:18:09 PM »

Going to get the upgrade done soon. Would like to add some more go-go. With doing some porting and polishing what cams would be a good choice and should anything else be done while it is apart?

skyhook · « **Reply #11 on:** September 30, 2008, 09:14:58 PM »

head porting is a good idea...I like t-man 525 or wood 408-44 cams in a 110"...also have the builder check the deck height...there are reports of pistons being .009" down the hole...the cylinders can be shortened to correct this...also it helps performance if you use .030" head gaskets

FLYNDYNA · « **Reply #12 on:** October 01, 2008, 12:43:03 PM »

With all the feedback I have been getting on the "upgrade repair", it seems best to have the jugs replaced with Axtell (replace rings too)...the warranty will cover the labor, and the cost of the jugs is minimal in comparison to going to the dealer every time these poorly designed jugs cause engine leakage. Cam change over would be a good thing to do as well for upping the hp and torque...many to choose from, get the recommendation from whoever your builder or mechanic is. May not be a bad idea to upgrade the oil pump and shim plate while it is in...

fxdsegrl · « **Reply #13 on:** October 02, 2008, 10:26:50 AM »

I haven't had any problems with my bike (knock on wood) so I am holding off doing the repair. The letter says we have 2 years to do it. I am torn between doing it over the winter months and the 'if it isn't broken don't fix it' thought. I'm just hoping that I don't start leaking in the middle of riding season next year. So far I have 25,000 km's on it and the bike is running great?

FLYNDYNA · « **Reply #14 on:** October 03, 2008, 10:17:31 AM »

Just learned yesterday that the axtell jugs are cast iron...if you go with a jug replacement to help fix this problem (which is the real cure) go with S&S jugs...JMHO

Hoist! · « **Reply #15 on:** October 03, 2008, 10:56:48 AM »

Quote from: FLYNDYNA on October 03, 2008, 10:17:31 AM

Just learned yesterday that the axtell jugs are cast iron...if you go with a jug replacement to help fix this problem (which is the real cure) go with S&S jugs...JMHO

Don't know where you heard that from.

Axtell makes both! I have the standard barrels on my bike, not CI! Also, not sure S&S makes 4" barrels and pistons either. They don't make 4" stroker pistons, that much I know. Couldn't use a 1/2" or 5/8" leg when I did my motor without replacing my Axtell Barrels again. Be careful about what you read on the internet gang!

Hoist!

FLYNDYNA · « **Reply #16 on:** October 08, 2008, 01:53:16 PM »

Thanks Howie...shoulda' just asked you from the get-go...if anyone would know, you sure would! I'll be tapping that fount of knowledge of yourn in the near future when it is build time...

PAPA T · « **Reply #17 on:** October 10, 2008, 09:56:51 PM »

OK...so I just bought my new FXDSE2 at the stealership the 8th of Oct. Nobody mentioned any recall or program on the bike. (Mfg date 3/08) Aren't they liable to disclose this??

Checked my Vin and got this (0906: PRD PGM:07/08 CVO 110 GASKETS) Is it gaskets only still for FXD's and heads in other programs.........lol.....can you tell I'm confused here???

Can you give me advice on the best way to approach this? It's my first new bike ever and the last bike I road 21yrs ago was a panhead so I have been out of the lifestyle for awhile all help appreciated!!!!

Thanks
Tim

ice6900 · « **Reply #18 on:** October 11, 2008, 04:45:21 AM »

Quote from: TATATNT on October 10, 2008, 09:56:51 PM

OK...so I just bought my new FXDSE2 at the stealership the 8th of Oct. Nobody mentioned any recall or program on the bike. (Mfg date 3/08) Aren't they liable to disclose this?? I would have thought so!

Checked my Vin and got this (0906: PRD PGM:07/08 CVO 110 GASKETS) Is it gaskets only still for FXD's and heads in other programs.........lol.....can you tell I'm confused here??? yes ur model receives the gasket improvment program, no new heads

Can you give me advice on the best way to approach this? Get ur a$$ bacl to the dealer and book ur ride in for the improvement programme!
It's my first new bike ever and the last bike I road 21yrs ago was a panhead so I have been out of the lifestyle for awhile all help appreciated!!!! Best of luck, congrats on getting back in the saddle!

Thanks
Tim

hi there TATATNT, go 2 new member introduction and start a new thread to introduce urself!

NA_Dude · « **Reply #19 on:** October 11, 2008, 09:37:50 PM »

The "Lord".... FXDSE (any one remember Galaxina).... is in the shop will be out Tuesday. Leaking head gasket and base gasket. 3100 miles... $:-\$

Time will tell

TheVgirl · « **Reply #20 on:** January 06, 2009, 07:14:44 AM »

Quote from: Andrea O on September 23, 2008, 09:07:59 PM

I have had my recall done and have driven 800 miles without any leaks!

Andrea, where did you buy yoour 07 and where did you get your recall work done at? Happy with their service? How many miles now? Any more leaks?

Thanks,
V

cdog · « **Reply #21 on:** February 14, 2009, 01:19:23 AM »

Has anyone had to have the new Rocker Box installed or your old rocker box clearanced? Some people are saying these can be noisy.

fxdsegrl · « **Reply #22 on:** September 17, 2009, 05:12:30 PM »

35,000 km's on the bike now and it just started to leak $:-\$ Bike is going in on Sunday for the recall and will hopefully get it back the following weekend to get the last little bit of riding in.

TheVgirl · « **Reply #23 on:** September 21, 2009, 10:43:14 PM »

That sucks! I've always loved your bike! Good luck!

joese · « **Reply #24 on:** May 08, 2010, 10:37:54 AM »

Quote from: Andrea O on September 06, 2008, 07:43:38 AM

Has anyone done the recall (enhancement ha ha )work yet? I do not have my letter handy but I think it is :head gasket, center crankcase bolt and ACR valve.

yes i have worked great no more oil residue clean job

joese · « **Reply #25 on:** May 08, 2010, 10:41:21 AM »

yes i have it has been 5000 miles and is fine

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