Fat Boy rims- modify-able?

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Sep 21, 2008 | 06:57 PM

fatboyinaz

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Fat Boy rims- modify-able?

Was thinking about doing some "DIY" customization to my solid Fat Boy rims- anyone ever seen this done? Was thinking of having a machine shop bore some 1.75-2.0" holes in them (about 8 holes), and then powdercoating the remaining face gloss black, and having the outer lip polished/chromed. Just wondering if anyone knows of any structural issues with modifying these wheels?

Also- my bike is a '98. What model years Fat Boy rims would fit it? Any limitations???

Thanks!

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Sep 21, 2008 | 07:14 PM

highbars92

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There was guy on ebay that would cut custom designs on fatboy rims. You just send in your rims and they cut them and send them back. I don't remember the price or seller though.

Sep 21, 2008 | 08:13 PM

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I did that with my Train rear wheel awhile back. Made it match the belt pulley. This pic was the raw cut. When I get to the other computer I'll post one of it with the rim polished and center powder coated.

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Sep 21, 2008 | 08:16 PM

Lucky 13

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FayBoy rims are really strong. I dought that a few holes punched in one could make any differance. I think what you want to do would look real good. I think all the rims through 06' will fit your bike.

Sep 22, 2008 | 11:05 AM

maddawgchevy

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Here is the address to one of the people that modify the rims. The price seems reasonable and they look good.

http://www.buywitchdoctors.com/

Sep 22, 2008 | 11:13 AM

wallyn

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Those real cool! That may end up cheaper than a set of wheels.

Anyone here work with Witch Doctors?

Sep 22, 2008 | 11:32 AM

mimo

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Completely DO-able

check these guys out:

http://www.advancechromeplating.com/

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Sep 22, 2008 | 11:51 AM

chop09

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Nice link MIMO thanks

Sep 22, 2008 | 11:30 PM

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jlsk624

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Had my 05 fatboy rims sent to Florida and cut ( found on e-bay ) and then shipped to California and had them Black Chromed, and also put on the new Michelins from Harley.