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Old May 4, 2016 | 10:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Hellbilly562
Did that affect the ride?
Only when bottoming out. That metal against metal when the swing arm hits the frame is a little more cringeworthy...LOL

I wouldn't remove the bump stops if I were just installing the lowering kit, no reason to. It's only to get another half an inch lower when slammed. I have air ride installed (Shotguns), so I can slam it when parked, but also adjust travel and stiffness while riding...
 
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Old May 5, 2016 | 08:17 AM
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Originally Posted by HoggyMtnBreakdown
Only when bottoming out. That metal against metal when the swing arm hits the frame is a little more cringeworthy...LOL

I wouldn't remove the bump stops if I were just installing the lowering kit, no reason to. It's only to get another half an inch lower when slammed. I have air ride installed (Shotguns), so I can slam it when parked, but also adjust travel and stiffness while riding...
Yeah...that's what I'm looking for....my big ***, I crushed the right side of the fender on my old Honda on the caliper when I bottomed out after lowering it.....


All you guys have been a great help...thanks!!!
 
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Originally Posted by J.D.1
Check out our softail adjustable air suspension, we are located in so cal and would be happy to do the install.
Awesome....I'll check it out....
 
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