Anyone else have the 107 TP motor?
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Mr. Wright
Knows some things
If you have a TP motor, it's not stock< but like cdogg said, it may be a S&S with TP heads. Take a picture, and we'll help you figure it out.
My school
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It is a TP Block. It is stock. I guess there are not a lot out there. Would be great to hear if anyone else had this option on their bike from stock. Here is a pic of the manual that came with it. I also has the Baker 6 speed. Which was only an option in 2002. Although it is not a right-side-drive.
My school
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I am on location in Laredo right now when I get back I will take more. But, these are the ones I have so far. Only had the bike a week. came with bags and a fairing. I am going that direction with it. Couldn't find a 11" rear bagger fender. So, I am making mine with some fenders and metal I had laying around. I will need a new seat. These are all the pics I have. Starter had a horrible grinding noise. Removed the starter to inspect. Then removed the outer primary. The jack-shaft bolt threads had stripped out. So, I ordered an "All Balls Racing" kit for a 10 tooth. Turns out I need the 9 tooth. So it is on order. Also had trouble keeping it running at first. I was able to narrow down the problem to a spark plug wire. The end broke off in the insulation. I will be moving the oil tank and battery into a saddle bag and routing an exhaust pipe in their place for duals. That's the idea for now anyway. Also included are the before and afters of my last bike 08 night train.
BigDogRick
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Man, that is one unique setup. Pretty cool you are tackling the completion of the fender/hard bag mods. Unfortunately, I think that TP motor was a rare choice for BD. This is the first one I have noted.
john sachs
Well-Known Member
Early Big Dogs used TP motors.
The only unique thing I remember about them was the head bolt holes were spot faced at the wrong angle causing head gasket problems. If your bike has no head gasket issues, it was probably repaired a long time ago.
There's a Drag Specialties rep in Tenn. who was a Big Dog warranty center. His name is Jim McGlynn. You may try getting in touch with him for more info.
I used to do machine work for him when he was in So. Florida.
John
The only unique thing I remember about them was the head bolt holes were spot faced at the wrong angle causing head gasket problems. If your bike has no head gasket issues, it was probably repaired a long time ago.
There's a Drag Specialties rep in Tenn. who was a Big Dog warranty center. His name is Jim McGlynn. You may try getting in touch with him for more info.
I used to do machine work for him when he was in So. Florida.
John
My school
Member
Soooooooooooooooo...... Since I am putting the battery and oil tank in one of the bags. I might be able to shove this down in the extended part make some vents and have a semi hidden oil cooler also. I am thinking of putting it all in the throttle side bag to help with weight distribution. Having all of it low will also lower the center of gravity.
http://www.vegasrodparts.com/product-p/r-5052x-or-spc-7367.htm
http://www.vegasrodparts.com/product-p/r-5052x-or-spc-7367.htm
luxurious575
Member
I have a 2000 Pro Sport with a 107 TP. I freaking hate it. I've had nothing but problems with it. But, It's finally to a point where it's not leaking anymore so that's good. I've rebuilt the top and bottom ends twice and just recently replaced rocker box gaskets, again.
Badboy75
New Member
Welcome! Thx for sharing the pic! Sweet looking BigDog! Rigid frame? I am partial to that color! Mine is TP 107 completely. S&S shorty carb & Blow Performance exhaust. 2000 Vintage Sport.
Badboy75
New Member
I think part of your question came up missing.