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Old May 24, 2012 | 07:37 AM
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Ok, just got a 99 Springer (already has forward controls). I don't like the stock forward controls and bought some after market chrome ones. My question is, do I just unbolt the old ones and replace with the new set? Or is it more complicated. I hate paying for something I can easily do myself. I'm not very mechanically inclined, but I'm not an idiot either, not sure about the brake line or if I have any issues that are gonna surprise me? Any advice would be helpful.
 
Old May 24, 2012 | 10:47 AM
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is the length of the controls the same? if it is then ur brake line should work. typically controls are bolt on. u might have to take an exhaust pipe off to get to the right side but it's a pretty easy install.
 
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