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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 06:22 PM
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Default Calling all blackout nuts...

I'm struggling to find a good supplier for black bolts or black bolt caps for the Rocker, most of the rest of the bike is now blacked but I think it's the small details that make all the difference.

Do you know a good parts supplier for black bolts or caps?? Any help much appreciated.

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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 06:24 PM
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Ratlle them or pc the stainless ones they have on hand
 
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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 07:09 PM
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Personal opinion, leaving the bolt heads chrome or stainless leaves just enough offset to make it look good. ALL black things tend to drown. Just my .02
 
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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 07:15 PM
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Hottoppers has black cap sets
 
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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 07:28 PM
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http://www.mcmaster.com/#socket-cap-screws/=3shkvz

pick the type of bolt your looking for, then pick your finish.
go straight to the source.... if you know what your looking for.
 

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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 08:26 PM
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I agree with the chrome caps, I think it makes the black stand out.
 
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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 08:59 PM
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Nice bike. Definitely chrome caps.
 
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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 09:11 PM
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since no one makes anything for the rocker i painted my swingarm bolts
 
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I put all stainless and some chrome bolts on my Train....Its a look that actually works. I wouldnt touch yours. They look badass and have a nice contrast!

 
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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 09:47 PM
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Chaz I always wondered why you had not done yours.
You are the cheap mods and do it your self type.

I personal feel they do drowned away when all black.
That is why I am blacking mine out, I did not like the way the bolts attracted attention.
the contrast wasn't real bad, but it does look a lot better when you look at your motor and see motor, not bolts

I am using Rattle can on mine...
I take every other bolt off, do them...
put them back on...
repeat same process for the next set.
No new gaskets needed.
chris
 

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