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Hey All,
Helping my son install the Revo-Arc piggybacks on his ‘02 FXDL.
Per instructions we had to by some oem mounting hardware for a later model Dyna (‘08 and up). Primarily the upper shock stud.
All correct spacers and washers are in the correct location. The shock bodies are not perpendicular to the ground. They are kicked out at the top. Is this the way it is supposed to be ?
I’ve included a couple pics. Any input would be appreciated. The take offs were Drag Specialties and were not noticeably angled.
He has an email into Legends, but being the weekend, it may be a while before we get a response.
Isn't that because the 06 up Dyna have a wider tire and swing arm than the 05's down?.. I would think you could remove the 5/8" spacer...
Have you tried it with the OEM studs..
Last edited by 98hotrodfatboy; Oct 9, 2022 at 07:34 AM.
Isn't that because the 06 up Dyna have a wider tire and swing arm than the 05's down?.. I would think you could remove the 5/8" spacer...
Have you tried it with the OEM studs..
Yes, we tried the original studs. The thread diameter is the same but the shoulder portion of the stud is .010 larger, so the legends will not fit.
Normally I would just start cutting spacers to fit, but I will just wait to see what the geniuses at Legend say, since we followed their directions to the “T” and these shocks ain’t cheap.
Thanks for the reply.
Last edited by Toolmaker5150; Oct 9, 2022 at 10:35 AM.
Legends finally got back to me. After directing me to spend an extra $70 at Harley for late model studs, they now tell me to send them the studs, so they can machine the hex off !!! WTH ??
I am a Machinist, so I can easily modify anything that needs to be. Just using my “eyecrometer” cutting the hex off isnt going to be enough. It will cause rust though.
They did include a 1/2 bolt with the shocks, so we will try and make that work and machine the stainless spacers to get the shocks straight, which they say is a must.
I already knew what needed to be done, but for the price they charge for these shocks, I shouldn’t have to do anything but bolt them up.
If you are not a machinist or a magician, I would stay away from this company. Terrible instructions and customer service. The shocks are pretty though 😂
Can't you just switch the spacers on top? That looks like it might solve the problem...
Sure, there are alot of things I can do. My main point is Legends sells these over priced shocks as fitting a ‘02 Dyna. They fail to mention all the crap one has to go thru to get them to fit.
As in my pics, this is exactly how the directions
state they should be installed. Again, I can make any part needed. I just think Legends should have disclosed this info prior to a customer laying down that kind of money. I have to assume most consumers don’t have a machine shop in their garage.
And yes moving that 5/8 spacer to the outside seems like an option, but kind of defeats the purpose of buying the longer studs.
Last edited by Toolmaker5150; Oct 12, 2022 at 02:16 PM.
Why is the hex portion of the stud on the outside of the fender support?
I have the same shocks on my '17 FXDB and love them! The only issue I had was interference at the lower shock bolt with my Thunderheader. I have the 14" shocks.
On my '17, the hex portion of the stud rests inside the fender support. There is a matching hex recess that holds the stud from spinning when you tighten the nut under the seat. That's why your picture looked odd to me. I also got a picture of the depth/width of the fender support.
Edit: my bike is never this dirty, I got caught in some freezing rain earlier this afternoon.
Last edited by snake_eyes; Oct 12, 2022 at 04:29 PM.
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‘02 Legends install help
