Pipe install, easy or not?
Tourer
Joined: Jul 2009
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make sure to not over tighten the bolts securing it to the head. I didnt have a torque wrench when i did mine but i finger tightened and then did quarter turn with a socket. I rechecked the bolts after 100 miles and havent had any issues since.
Elite HDF Member
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An extra set of hands to help with positioning the pipes during install is good. Installing pipes isn't difficult, but it can be awkward, and you sure as hell don't want scratches or dings on your new pipes.
A more important tip....wipe ALL your greasy hand and finger prints off the pipes before firing that baby up...or you might have permanent reminders of your handywork.
A more important tip....wipe ALL your greasy hand and finger prints off the pipes before firing that baby up...or you might have permanent reminders of your handywork.
Road Master
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An extra set of hands to help with positioning the pipes during install is good. Installing pipes isn't difficult, but it can be awkward, and you sure as hell don't want scratches or dings on your new pipes.
A more important tip....wipe ALL your greasy hand and finger prints off the pipes before firing that baby up...or you might have permanent reminders of your handywork.
A more important tip....wipe ALL your greasy hand and finger prints off the pipes before firing that baby up...or you might have permanent reminders of your handywork.
good point - i wiped mine down about 3x with rubbing alcohol to make sure there was nothing left - the V&H instructions have this as the final step... so make sure you dont get too excited and fire it up too soon!
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Road Captain
Joined: Sep 2009
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Thanks a lot guys, cant wait to see how they look. Found a great deal on e-bay for $300 shipped! For the V&H short shots. If anyone knows of a better deal, please let me know. Thanks, Fuzz
Cruiser
Joined: Jun 2010
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From: Nashville, GA
How did the Install go? I agree with all those guys.....especially extra set of hands....makes things much easier!!! Hope it went ok!! Gotta post pix to see it with the new pipes on!! 
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