Spring Solo for Softail Deluxe
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Spring Solo for Softail Deluxe
I've been trying to find a way to do a spring style solo seat on a fuel injected Softail Deluxe. I've looked at a few options, the one from west-eagle.com (http://www.west-eagle.com/info/V-Twin_Buyers_Guide.pdf) being probably the best option.
The other option I've heard is utilizing the Cross Bones seat and tweaking it until it fits with the Deluxe fender. Only thing is, I'm not very happy with Harley's choice for plastic for the base (battery cover) of the seat.
I'd like to try to use the 2 bolts at the rear of the stock seat that hold the rider's seat on. This would allow me to use the stock passenger seat. I don't think the west-eagle version allows this since it is used for all softails and the Deluxe is the only vresion that has 2 bolts at the rear of the seat.
Does anyone know of a set-up that allows for retaining these bolts while still adapting for the spring solo seat? Also, has anyone tried the west-eagle adapter and have thoughts? Or is there another set-up that works better?
Thanks for you help.
CPT Jim
The other option I've heard is utilizing the Cross Bones seat and tweaking it until it fits with the Deluxe fender. Only thing is, I'm not very happy with Harley's choice for plastic for the base (battery cover) of the seat.
I'd like to try to use the 2 bolts at the rear of the stock seat that hold the rider's seat on. This would allow me to use the stock passenger seat. I don't think the west-eagle version allows this since it is used for all softails and the Deluxe is the only vresion that has 2 bolts at the rear of the seat.
Does anyone know of a set-up that allows for retaining these bolts while still adapting for the spring solo seat? Also, has anyone tried the west-eagle adapter and have thoughts? Or is there another set-up that works better?
Thanks for you help.
CPT Jim
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I had wondered about the west eagle kit myself, and asked here about it with no one responding. I am guessing no one has used it. I am still pondering ordering one. Mine would not be going on a deluxe, a nigh train. Keep us informed if you decide to buy one, and post some pics and quality of product.
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MRawsome21, you were reading my mind weren't you. I was just thinking about this a few minutes ago before I read this thread. I was going to post this topic myself. And on top of that, just last night I was researching this very thing again to see if there were any developments since last year.
Anyways, your right on both accounts: crossbones plastic seat frame cover s%^&$ks , and of all the kits available, West Eagle now has the H2392 kit for our Deluxe. The only problem how do we install inserts in the seat for the seat pivot brackets, etc. to our stock seat (BTW I just got back from MeanCity Cycles reformed with memory foam).
Sorry that I don;t have an answer for you (well, as yet). Not sure I understand what you want to do utilizing the 2 retaining bolts though?
There;s another forum member thast used the H2286 kit with good results, except he was using a seat that had different dimensions. I believe he was going to make an adapter plate. I'll see if I can contact him and get some pics...
Anyways, your right on both accounts: crossbones plastic seat frame cover s%^&$ks , and of all the kits available, West Eagle now has the H2392 kit for our Deluxe. The only problem how do we install inserts in the seat for the seat pivot brackets, etc. to our stock seat (BTW I just got back from MeanCity Cycles reformed with memory foam).
Sorry that I don;t have an answer for you (well, as yet). Not sure I understand what you want to do utilizing the 2 retaining bolts though?
There;s another forum member thast used the H2286 kit with good results, except he was using a seat that had different dimensions. I believe he was going to make an adapter plate. I'll see if I can contact him and get some pics...
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I used some seat brackets and a seat from www.justifieddefiance.com. Had to do some slight modifications to the rear bracket. The front seat hinge is from www.fabkevin.com. His stuff is extremely high quality. Made the battery cover out of some tin that I got from Home Depot. When my wife wants to ride with me, it only takes about 10 minutes to put the luggage rack, seat, and detachable back rest on.
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All,
Thanks for the good info and quick responses. Spooner: The bike looks sick. I would definitely be interested in seeing some more pics if you have 'em available. How much of a pain in the a$$ was it getting the tin to match up with the frame and how does it effect the fuel injection?
Flying hog: Crossbones seat adapter looks good; and $75 is definitely worth the price. Thanks for the help.
Thanks for the good info and quick responses. Spooner: The bike looks sick. I would definitely be interested in seeing some more pics if you have 'em available. How much of a pain in the a$$ was it getting the tin to match up with the frame and how does it effect the fuel injection?
Flying hog: Crossbones seat adapter looks good; and $75 is definitely worth the price. Thanks for the help.
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Spooner, by the way, I'm checking out Justified Defiance now and they have some sick parts! Thanks for the good link. I think I just found my seat.
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Mrawesome21. Thanks for the comments. On the seat pan, I made a cardboard template first. Once I got the shape right, I traced around it on the tin. After I painted the tin, I used some plastic door edging from PeP Boys to clean up the outside edges. If I wasn't such a cheap b*****d, I would probably buy a Crossbones cover and paint it like Flying Hog. I did wrap the computer connections with plastic wrap, then duct tape to water proof it under the battery cover. Good luck and have fun!
