New M8 oil cooler cover
#11
02-20-2017, 10:01 AM
Road Captain
Thanks for the update. You have me wanting one now. I just have to decide on chrome or black. That oil cooler can definitely use the protection.
#12
02-20-2017, 06:54 PM
Tourer
I cant believe it. Why would they not design it to fit with fan assist??? I looked at the parts picture, the radiator looks the same from the front as the non fan. Maybe it just needs a little "southern engineering
#13
02-20-2017, 07:47 PM
Seasoned HDF Member
yeah, it may be part of an upcoming product release..probably held off to see what the demand was going to be on the fan assist cooler before designing a special part..who knows
#16
02-21-2017, 10:37 AM
Seasoned HDF Member
4 screws on the bottom and just a tab up top that fits behind the regulator, that's where it's a little loose, the bottom is tight. I don't think it will be a problem but will keep an eye on it. The mesh is very open so I don't think there will be any reduced air flow at all, HD description says the same, no air flow restriction at all. Protection will be much better than the plastic junk that came on it which provided pretty much zero protection.
Looks great ! I'm glad HD came to their senses and put the mesh in it. I was looking at mine this weekend and thinking how much cr*ps going to get stuck in the fins over time...For the loosesess, maybe lay a few small mounds of silicone on the back side let it firm up then install it so it acts like a damper/spacer for a firm fit?
#17
02-21-2017, 09:19 PM
Club Member
#18
02-21-2017, 09:25 PM
Seasoned HDF Member
if HD made bikes loaded with the right stuff stock they'd be cost prohibitive for most and they'd have folded loooong ago..probably make more on merchandise than they do on their bikes..it's a crazy culture being a Harley fan boy
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#19
02-22-2017, 11:33 AM
#20
02-22-2017, 11:41 AM
Tourer
I can't imagine it being that difficult to modify to make it work. would be nice to get one just to see how much work it would require. i'll wait till i get my bike back from the shop. maybe i'll just pick one up.