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Old Apr 22, 2024 | 09:06 AM
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The year model would help. 2005 Heritage Softail Classic. I tried to upload pics bit get no picture after the upload.
The factory manual does not show getting the tin off.

#20 is ?

I'll check into the progressives while I am in there.

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Old Apr 22, 2024 | 09:11 AM
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The bolt that allows you to add fork oil
It sits ABOVE the top clamp ( triple tree) you cannot remove the tubes with it in place
and it is UNDER the trim pieces
 
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Old Apr 22, 2024 | 09:40 AM
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Yes, I have those off.

I think there is enough space to loosen the pinch bolts without removing all the tin and etc . . . so I can slide the forks out.

I took pics damn things will not up load.

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Put some Progressive Monotubes in there. Your ride will be so much better.

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I concur!

Cheers!
 
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I will do that.
I have to get the forks removed first
 
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What difference did you notice?
 
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Did you need their preload wrench for softails?
 
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Did you need their preload wrench for softails?
That wrench is for the rear shocks, not the forks.

The Progressive monotube fork kit is awesome though. I highly recommend it.
 
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Put some Progressive Monotubes in there. Your ride will be so much better.

These

This is the truth, if you have the funds to do the back as well, the combo will transform your ride. I absolutely love the set-up
 
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