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Jun 17, 2006 | 06:12 AM

diiulio

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Need advice- the sooner the better

Ok, asked this in the general forum, but no answer.

So... I bought a ness taildragger rear fender for my 2000 springer softail. I am wondering what you guys have done or think should be done for the two relays (I think they are relays, something electrical) that are under the seat bolted into the rear fender. The taildragger is fiberglass and I could notch it like the oem fender, but I am wondering if that will compromise the structural integrity for 2-up riding.

Have you guys relocated those two pieces? If so, where can I hide them?

Thanks,
Jason

Jun 17, 2006 | 09:10 AM

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RE: Need advice- the sooner the better

I think you'd be alright notching it. The mounting points on the frame horns will add stability to the fender.

Jun 17, 2006 | 09:32 AM

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Jason, have you called arlen ness and ask them? If it is a concern to you about riding 2 up, its only a phone call away for peace of mind.

Jun 18, 2006 | 02:46 AM

diiulio

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RE: Need advice- the sooner the better

Called a couple times today and left a message, they must have been out b/c they have Saturday hours. In the meantime I will mock up the rear and proceed.