badinfluence-thanks for the input. you basically confirmed my thoughts and the thoughts of others. Keep the 03 and get a project bike. I also like the thought of haste and regret. I have to slow down on this so i don't regret something done in haste, which I almost did, but sure glad I did not.
In reguards to gear driven cams on the 03, I went with Andrews 26g, adjustable pushrods,PC3, and other assorted bits and pieces. i gained 8hp and about 10# of torque. Not huge, but great for me. Makes me happy.
Good luck on your stuff, thanks again, Happy Holidays!
behr

 

Hi miles is 23800 on my 2007 snortster!

 

I hope you are able to economically posture yourself to accomplish this. Its a lot of fun with lots of ups and downs. There is a far bigger selection with stuff then 25+ years ago. More expensive too. I purchased all the major components before I started. I used existing front end w/ 21" wheel,gas tank,carb(Zenith Bendix)and rear fender. Used same tranny and motor(Pan). Frame,rear breaks, handle bars w/ risers,suicide shift set up and open primary belt were the only purchases I think I remember having to make.

Complete cheap sportsters out there for under 3000$. Sportsters equal 4 cams and they look real good on a rigid. You build it right and asthetically, you will even make a profit when or if you sell it. Build it and it looks like sheit you can't give it away,lol.

Happy Holidays to you and your too.

FTW
(Free the wino's,Fast thru water,forever two wheels)