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Old Mar 16, 2020 | 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Mchad
I agree. I like the classic bar and shield as well, which is what I did recently to my RKS

IMO thats all they should put on them. Let the other stuff be an option or accessory. I really like the old school scroll on the new lrs too. I think I'm going to go with the solid black.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2020 | 06:29 PM
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IMO thats all they should put on them. Let the other stuff be an option or accessory. I really like the old school scroll on the new lrs too. I think I'm going to go with the solid black.
I'm looking forward to seeing it!
 
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Old Mar 17, 2020 | 12:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Mchad
I'm looking forward to seeing it!
what was your workflow on putting new ones on straight?
 
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Originally Posted by Hdbkstl
what was your workflow on putting new ones on straight?
I had these planned before I removed my existing medallions. I used painters tape to mark a level line using the factory medallion as "Level". I did this prior to removing the factory ones. I then used painters tape to mark the top contact points of the bar and shield. As the new bar and shield medallions match the curve of the tank, I knew until I removed the existing medallions, I wouldn't be able to exactly match up the curve until I was able to place the new ones against the tank. It took a little trail and error.

I also looked online at baggers that had that style badge so I had a pretty good idea where they should go.

I did about 5 trials using a piece of tape to temporarily hold it in place while I waked back to look at,it from a distance. Once I got it right, I simply used a piece of string to measure from the forward tank bolt to ensure they both are the in the same position, front to back, and pretty much done.

I used 3M adhesive remover and this wheel to remove the residue from the other medallions. Took them right off without a mark on my paint...

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Originally Posted by Hdbkstl
I am between these two from a local guy that makes them. The america ones are pretty flipping cool, the stars and stripes are laser etched off. Everything i have on the bike is Contrast cut, I could also do straight gloss black to.
who makes there...I like the contrast cut and interested in getting them as long as is it reasonable...can you provide details. Thanks
 
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I am between these two from a local guy that makes them. The america ones are pretty flipping cool, the stars and stripes are laser etched off. Everything i have on the bike is Contrast cut, I could also do straight gloss black to.
Hello all! I made a login just to find these contrast cut tank badges. I need them to finish off my build. Can anyone share the info on where to purchase them?? These are perfect! Gloss Black Contract Cut.
 
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Hello all! I made a login just to find these contrast cut tank badges. I need them to finish off my build. Can anyone share the info on where to purchase them?? These are perfect! Gloss Black Contract Cut.
JH choppers out of maryville Illinois. PM me if you cant find them on FB
 
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Originally Posted by Hdbkstl
JH choppers out of maryville Illinois. PM me if you cant find them on FB
Thanks Hdbkstl! I sent them an email from their website since I do not have a FB.

I will let you know if I don't hear back from them, maybe someone can order them for me and I can Paypal back. Thanks!
 
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