Rocker mod ?'s
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Cruiser
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Rocker mod ?'s
I'm looking to lower my Rocker a little, and maybe install a tank lift. Any suggestions on which kits to use, and where to get it? Will I need a shorter kickstand? Also, what is the website address for Heartland? Thanks.
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here are some hope they help...I haven't had to get a shorter stand and mine was lowered 2"...on the lowering site it's the third selection over from the right
http://www.progressivesuspension.com...ies/index.html
http://chopperstyle.net/shopping/ind...70d6008c298683
http://www.heartlandbiker.com/
http://www.progressivesuspension.com...ies/index.html
http://chopperstyle.net/shopping/ind...70d6008c298683
http://www.heartlandbiker.com/
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Thanks Reb. I did a search and found a couple of your posts on it (guess I should have done that first, huh?). I think I may go with that one. How's the ride? Did you replace the bumpstop?
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I used the softail lowering bolts from Arlan Ness on my bike last year. Ride was very stiff. This year I have used Progressive 422 shocks and changed the bump stop. Was able to keep the bike lowered, still have a decent ride, but there may be issues with the rear fender kissing the trick seat now since there is more travel in the swing arm. Time will tell as I ride this summer. It may be another week or more before I have final pics to post, I am waiting for a new front fender.
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if u have a grinder and drill with bit u can build your own tank lift.. 1" width by 1/8 " thick flat steel from home depot, stainless steel or chrome bolts from ace hardware and fuel line from auto zone and you have a kit for under 15.00 dollars.. hours worth of work and you should a self made mod.. good luck with your mods...
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Thanks, Joe. I was looking at some and there didn't seem to be that much to them, easy fab job. I'm on it! And Reb, I ordered the Progressive lower kit. Will I need to press out the shock bushings with it, like it says? Also, is the ride harsh, and what bumpstop do I order? Thanks again for all the help, guys!
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my bumpstop came with the heartland kit...and yes you will have to use a press to change out the studs
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If you just lower it around an inch or so, you don't need to change the bump stop. At least I didn't have to. For 1 inch lower, the ride a little stiffer but not that bad, looks alot better though.
