117" Build Shipping from Hillside Today : V-Twin Forum: Harley Davidson Forums

tdd3748 · 03-25-2008, 04:56 PM

I just got off the phone with Scott at Hillside; he is shipping my motor today.

I feel like a kid waiting for Christmas morning. I will update this post with component details regarding what the build consist of when I get home this weekend (I am currently in Italy on Biz).
I plan to take pics and provide comments as applicable and will share with all who are interestd or will post them here (that is - if one of our computer savy individuals will send me an IM on the best way to do so).

More to come........

TXCHOP · 03-25-2008, 05:09 PM

I left a fingerprint on the rocker box for ya.......

Nah, just kiddin....That motor is going to rip!!!! looked great!!

tdd3748 · 03-25-2008, 06:19 PM

Thanks - when I talked to Scott today he said he liked the quality and appearance of the TP rocker boxes. I guess it is the first set he has installed. I have never seen them on a bike other than in a pic. it will be a new for me as well.

What have you got in work with Hillside?

TXCHOP · 03-25-2008, 06:41 PM

Those rocker boxes do look nice. I have a set myself i am going to install.

I was at Scott's today for a couple hours picking up my bottom end and the rest of my parts that came in. I should have some time end of the week and next week to get it together more. Probably two weeks or so before i get it all back in one piece.

Let us all know what that feels like when you take it for a ride. I think you will have some serious power there. These Hillside 117's are proving themselves over and over again.

alibiforyou · 03-25-2008, 06:53 PM

tdd3748--CONGRATULATIONS!!! Nothing like getting a brand new motor to put in a bagger. I also have a Hillside 117 build and absolutely LOVE IT! Smooth reliable monster power....just what the bagger needs. Enjoy it and keep us posted. safe travels.

tdd3748 · 03-25-2008, 07:17 PM

Thanks John - I will be posting lots I am sure - and will likely be sending you a few more IM's to do a little comarison of seat of the pants feel.

Dalton · 03-25-2008, 09:39 PM

[quote=tdd3748;1322676]Thanks - when I talked to Scott today he said he liked the quality and appearance of the TP rocker boxes. I guess it is the first set he has installed. I have never seen them on a bike other than in a pic. it will be a new for me as well.
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I am running the TP boxes on my HQ 120. It is the quietest top end of any builds I have done to date. And they look good !

PR3VS56 · 03-25-2008, 09:44 PM

tdd, how's the 787 coming?

SLPER · 03-25-2008, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by tdd3748

Thanks - when I talked to Scott today he said he liked the quality and appearance of the TP rocker boxes. I guess it is the first set he has installed. I have never seen them on a bike other than in a pic. it will be a new for me as well.

What have you got in work with Hillside?

tdd,
I put a pair on my 103 with Hillside stage II heads...I got an extra TP gasket kit as well, just in case. No run time yet, but did sound quiet...
Snowing again today

117" envy.
Have fun

Mitch

motorman 10 · 03-26-2008, 06:06 AM

My engine is also done as well- it is up at Joes getting tuned! I guess they did both our engines at the same time- can't wait for the maiden voyage!

tdd3748 · 03-26-2008, 06:34 AM

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tdd, how's the 787 coming?

I don't recall mentioning I was in Italy working 787 - I am curious what made you think that?

tdd3748 · 03-26-2008, 06:40 AM

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I am running the TP boxes on my HQ 120. It is the quietest top end of any builds I have done to date. And they look good !

That is great to hear - sounds like a few others will be happy with the results you have experienced as well. I just thought they looked cool did not realize there were mechanical benefits as well.

tdd3748 · 03-26-2008, 06:47 AM

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My engine is also done as well- it is up at Joes getting tuned! I guess they did both our engines at the same time- can't wait for the maiden voyage!

I am in the same boat can not wait to hear it fire - and for the first ride.

I would be ineterested in hearing the details on your build and pic's.

tdd3748 · 03-26-2008, 07:30 AM

I posted this in another thread as well -

It will be clear by the end of this post that I am an FNG & Technology Challenged with regard to FI on Harleys, and since I have been unable to locate (SERT for dummies). I will ask my stupid questions of the experts here.

I have SERT version 3.50. I would like to know how to read the SERT maps I see posted in different threads - when I open the links it comes up as unreadable garbage (yes I have the the SERT CD downloaded on my computer).

Specifically I am looking for a map I can copy or manually load that will get my new 117 Hillside build in the ball park to ride for breakin prior to having tuned.

After you are all done

your a$$ off or telling me to

your help and expertise would be greatly apprciated.

PR3VS56 · 03-26-2008, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by tdd3748

I don't recall mentioning I was in Italy working 787 - I am curious what made you think that?

In your profile, under Occupation: "Engineer on 787 program"

Italy. OK, now I understand all the delays...