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I will be taking my time on the 107 kit as a winter project, but I want the extra power from the cams now. Cams should only take a day or so and there is still a lot of good riding weather left here in NJ.
But, and this is a big but, will the new cams be worth a hoot if they are installed now, without the benefit of more compression, tune, etc? Talk to FM first, and get their input before jumping in.--- food for thought!
 
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Thanks to those that actually tried to help out. Not really sure why some guys feel the need to come on here and argue. I am gonna do cams for now for some extra power. I thought I was set on the Woods 777, but then I saw the 888 and 999 cams. After doing some research it seems the 999 is too much for my plans. So I'm back to 777 and 888 cams.

I never heard of the tman 555 torquester cams, I'll have to look into it. Thanks

I'm looking for advise on cams not financial advise or anything else. If you don't have anything useful to offer, then don't post.
 
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But, and this is a big but, will the new cams be worth a hoot if they are installed now, without the benefit of more compression, tune, etc? Talk to FM first, and get their input before jumping in.--- food for thought!
I have a PCV with autotune. When I buy the cams I'll get another tune from FM and autotune from there. A lot of guys do just cams and are really happy with the results.
 
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I have a 15 RGS and have been looking at cams also. I don't have any experience with the 777's but I do know they work well with the stock 103 and even better with the 107 kit. They also have a new 999-6a cam which Jamie has been recommending alot. It also works well with the stock 103 or the 107 upgrade. I am leaning towards just going with the 777's .
I didn't notice the 999-6a cams before, only saw the 999. The 999-6a sound pretty good.
 
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Harley has come out with a set of jugs and pistons to bring your 103" to 110" without boring the case, Andrews has some fine choices for the twin cam depending on your final static compression, 54 or 57's work very well in either combo, tune is a must as is a good exhaust system.
 
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Woods cams like compression, which is usually more than stock.

The 777 is a great cam, but your bike may not perform well at stock compression levels.

The 222 was designed for stock compression and after that the 555 and 777 really like 10.5 to 1 and higher.

I would go with the cam that best fits your riding style and the 777 performs better higher it the rpm range than the 555

I personally like the woods 408 cam but the 777 is my second choice for the 107 with 10.5 to 1 if you ride at 3000 to 3500 rpm and above or the 555 for those that ride at 2500 to 3500 rpm.

Hope this helps. If all else fails, call Bobby Woods. He will set you straight
 
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Originally Posted by roadglider05
Harley has come out with a set of jugs and pistons to bring your 103" to 110" without boring the case, Andrews has some fine choices for the twin cam depending on your final static compression, 54 or 57's work very well in either combo, tune is a must as is a good exhaust system.
Yeah I saw the recent posts about the new 110 kit, I have been watching those threads. At this point I'm not sure if the price is worth it. The FM 107 kit has proven results and is only $1300.
 
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Woods cams like compression, which is usually more than stock.

The 777 is a great cam, but your bike may not perform well at stock compression levels.

The 222 was designed for stock compression and after that the 555 and 777 really like 10.5 to 1 and higher.

I would go with the cam that best fits your riding style and the 777 performs better higher it the rpm range than the 555

I personally like the woods 408 cam but the 777 is my second choice for the 107 with 10.5 to 1 if you ride at 3000 to 3500 rpm and above or the 555 for those that ride at 2500 to 3500 rpm.

Hope this helps. If all else fails, call Bobby Woods. He will set you straight
Yes I was planning on the 10.5 to 1 pistons when I do the 107 kit. As far as riding style, I tend to be aggressive. I love squeezing every ounce of power out of the bike and taking it up to red line whenever possible. Not the best on gas, but it makes for a fun ride. I spent a lot of time on sport bikes, and I guess I still tend to ride like I'm on a sport bike. My current setup tends to fall on its face after 4 grand. I hate that. I want something that will pull hard to redline.

Thanks for the help.
 
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Spoke with bob at Fuel Moto today about my plans. Fwiw he suggested either the 777 or 999-6a. He said the 888 would not be a good fit for me. He also strongly suggested a 2 into 1 exhaust to make the most out of the cams.
 
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Originally Posted by Olsen185
Spoke with bob at Fuel Moto today about my plans. Fwiw he suggested either the 777 or 999-6a. He said the 888 would not be a good fit for me. He also strongly suggested a 2 into 1 exhaust to make the most out of the cams.
Bob speaks the truth. :-). 2-1 allday anyday. I would love to try that 999-6A.
 


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