rickshog-----i cut the pvc the same lenght as the wideglide.
-----You probably dont have to take the tubes out of the triple trees but i did and i believe it would be alot earier if you did.
-----No you dont have to split the tubes. Just pop the cap off remove the spacer, washer and spring--then remove the seat pipe screw. Thats it for dissasembly.

 

Sweet thanks for all your help... looks like ill be tackling my dads bike on sat. Letcha know how it goes!!!
Rick