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Old Mar 22, 2019 | 01:33 PM
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My newest mod good old Ace hardware

What Ace hardware part is that?? I need these
 
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Old Mar 22, 2019 | 01:49 PM
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at work right now. Will give the number when I get home latter today. They are auto body panel plugs. Cost me $1.35 each
 
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Old Mar 22, 2019 | 03:18 PM
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Angry The matter of chatter

I have the same "chatter under the tank" around 2300+ RPM, which disappears approaching 2900+ RPM, also on an M8 but it's a 2018 Deluxe. Mentioned it to the dealer when I had some parts installed recently but they did not address the issue.
At least I know I'm not alone.
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I noticed a vibration sound like a buzzing bee at 2690-2700 RPM. I touched the gas cap to see if it was that rattling but I can't locate it.
 
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Old Mar 22, 2019 | 03:56 PM
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Someone mentioned somewhere a long time ago as having a buzzing sound that he could not locate till he tightened his lamp rings. Might worth the effort to check all screws to make sure every thing is tight.

I know my Heitage has an engine whine that I can hear when I ride with my hearing aids in.. So, most often I take them out (equal to using ear plugs) so the whine dosen't bother me.
 
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Old Mar 22, 2019 | 09:22 PM
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Same idea, different little bolts.
Originally Posted by HeathenHeritage
What Ace hardware part is that?? I need these
 
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Old Mar 22, 2019 | 09:25 PM
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Finally figured out what the chrome round thing in the front wheel is for.
 
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Old Mar 22, 2019 | 09:45 PM
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Originally Posted by FatBob2018
I can't think of a single downside. I put the torque cam in at about 1,000 miles IIRC, the bike is close to 20,000 miles now. Best upgrade ever. 25% more horsepower, 25% more torque, about a 15% reduction in roll-on time, and the MPG stayed the same.
Awesome. Thanks for your feedback.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2019 | 01:19 PM
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Question. I took the passenger pillion off to have a solo look and there was a clear plastic on the fender where the pillion was. I assume this was to keep the seat from scratching the paint? Did you guys leave this on or did you remove it and how. Maybe a hair dryer to loosen it up?
 
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Old Mar 23, 2019 | 07:12 PM
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So, long time follower. I've read all 1000+ posts. One question I haven't seen addressed: why is the max size on the rear wheel 18x4.25 when other softails accept wider? Is it the fender?
Oh yeah, I have a 2018 FLHCS I got from an Indy shop for cheap. So F the W word, I'm about to F this S up... 😈🤘 (FYI didn't read any forum rules on profanity so I'm avoiding any liberal sensitive butthurt that may be lurking...
 
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Old Mar 23, 2019 | 07:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Marks57
Question. I took the passenger pillion off to have a solo look and there was a clear plastic on the fender where the pillion was. I assume this was to keep the seat from scratching the paint? Did you guys leave this on or did you remove it and how. Maybe a hair dryer to loosen it up?
I left mine on and bought a fender bib from captain itch

www.tennesseeholstercompany.com
www.captain-itch.com

I have no financial interest; he makes quality products at a fair pice.
 
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