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& S performance cams for M-8 engines
S & S is offering high performance bolt-in cams for 2017 Harley- Davidson Touring models with the Milwaukee Eight engine . Their new 465 cam is available in chain or gear drive , and S & S states gains of 21hp and 21 ft-lb torque ( coupled with S & S intake and exhaust ). These cams are compatible with all stock components , but S & S says that for the cost of the labor to remove and reinstall stock pushrods , S & S recommends replacing them with a set of their new S & S ‘ Quickee ’ pushrods for M-8s . A bolt-in install , the 465G gear drive version eliminates cam drive chains and tensioners ; the kits include all required bearings , O-rings and hardware . Gear drive cams “ providing improved valve timing accuracy ,” according to the company . The 465C chain drive cam is also compatible with all stock valve train components and also ships with a complete kit for bolt-in installation . Updated for 2017 M-8 Touring applications , S & S ‘ Quickee ’ adjustable pushrods save time and money on cam changes because they can be installed and removed without disassembling the rocker boxes or coolant lines . The super strong chromoly specification reduces pushrod flex ; the adjustable design means they are compatible with all cams
Rigid / hardtail frame axle locator and bolt sets
These rigid and hardtail frame axle locator and bolt sets by Cycle Pirates are made from A7075 aluminum zinc alloy in matt silver or chrome . Available for all rigid and hardtail frames for use with ¾ ” axle and frames with 7 / 8 ” axle slots . They come with two 3 / 8 ” 24 x 3 special stainless steel bolts and two axle locators . Drag Specialties ; USA ; www . dragspecialties . com and tappets . The ‘ Quickee ’ pushrod kit includes chrome pushrod covers , O-rings and cover keepers .
S & S CYCLE INC . Viola , Wisconsin , USA Tel : 608 627 1497 sscust @ sscycle . com www . sscycle . com
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
New and improved FL bleed feed and simple air ride system
New FL shock options from Fullerton , California based Platinum Air include their new and improved FL bleed feed and simple air ride system . Featuring a redesigned machined eyelet , a machined airtight locking ring , new cylinder and rod , owner Mike Ferris says that these new features result in an improved air ride system . His
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V-Rod system has a maximum extension of 13 inches ; and at a minimum , a retraction of 9 ¼ inches . The new shocks are available in chrome or high gloss black with blacked-out rod . The blacked-out option features an extremely durable and scratch resistant paint for the rod that is tough and can handle the wear and tear . The bleed feed system allows riders to control ride height and rebound . This system is controlled by positive pressure at all times and can easily be adjusted at the flip of a switch for complete comfort for the rider ’ s weight or road conditions . Platinum Air Suspension has been in business since 2004 and their products are made in the USA from “ nothing but the highest quality materials .” The system includes air cylinders machined from 6061 T-6 billet aluminum , air control valve , DOT approved 1 / 4 “ line and fitting , plus switch harness , air compressor , hardware and line cutter . The system comes complete with a one year warranty .
PLATINUM AIR SUSPENSION Fullerton , California , USA Tel : 714 871 2424 info @ platinumairsuspension . com www . platinumairsuspension . com
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