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Old Mar 24, 2017 | 11:17 PM
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I had to take my front fender rail off when I put my 21 wheel anyone no what I have to do to keep it on? Thanks
 
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Old Mar 25, 2017 | 09:58 PM
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Could you show us a picture? If we are talking about a softail deluxe, this "front fender rail" of which you speak is not stock.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2017 | 03:00 PM
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I tried to install the front fender rail on my heritage last night and noticed the front center mounting tab was too close to the tire... 3/16 of an inch. So I took it back off until I figure out what I need to do besides replacing the tire for a lower profile tire.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2017 | 07:08 AM
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You may not be able to use it due to clearance issues. The rail is designed for a stock tire and rim.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2017 | 07:34 AM
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Originally Posted by cocky
You may not be able to use it due to clearance issues. The rail is designed for a stock tire and rim.
oh there's always a way...lol
Thanks man
 
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Old Nov 18, 2017 | 03:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Johnny5455
oh there's always a way...lol
Thanks man
Just wondering if you figured out how to fix your front rail for better tire clearance. I have 21” front wheel on my Heritage and wondering if I can fit rail. Any advice appreciated. Maybe some pics to.
thanks Chris
 
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When you run a 21" rim, do you have to raise the stock fender height?
 
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Old Nov 18, 2017 | 07:54 PM
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Do yourself a bif favor, take them off > why add another rattle?
 
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