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Dec 20, 2025 | 05:43 PM

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SparkyD

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It's been almost 40 years since I went to school for this stuff (then turned around and became an electrician lol). So don't shut up now. Any and all ideas help me keep an open mind

Dec 21, 2025 | 09:33 AM

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IBDAGRIZ

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I have two of these that I have the conversion kits for but was concerned about the vibes and the need versus just rebuilding the original setup.

Griz

Dec 21, 2025 | 09:58 AM

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t150vej

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Originally Posted by IBDAGRIZ

I have two of these that I have the conversion kits for but was concerned about the vibes and the need versus just rebuilding the original setup.

Griz

I got just a tick of a vibe with the V-Twin bearing kit. All fairness, I'd added a foot board extension kit at the same time. (Original rear fork)

After 30k, when changing the rear tire, I felt about .040 side play at the wheel axle end. I went with the CCI/Dew Mfg kit and it's been solid for 50k or more. I don't notice vibration any more though .I'm sure it's there, just not noticeable. .'87 FLTC feels like it's on a rail all the time Check tire pressure every day, cold.