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Old Dec 5, 2009 | 07:15 PM
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Installing longtails on my Heritage. Did good on the hard part. Now have a question on brackets. Maybe brain fart ,but can't figure out how coil bracket goes on. While we're at it, which other backets are right and left? Thanks
 
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Old Dec 5, 2009 | 07:21 PM
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One bracket goes on either side of the frame. They are both the same. the spacers go between the bracket and the pipes and a bolts goes from the pipes, through the bracket with a bolt on the back on the. At least if these are true duals you are talking about. If you post a pic that would make it a bit easier.
 
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By coil brackets you mean the brackets that hold the pipes together? Slip one on the end of each end tip and tighten it down to attach to each header.
 
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This is the bracket. Directions say "Remove the coilmounting bracket under the seat. Install the new bracket provided and reattach the coil using stock hardware".
 
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Do the other brackets jog downward or upward/
 
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got the coil mounting bracket! Just need to find out about the others. Thanx
 
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Do the other brackets jog downward or upward/
Downward. Once you put them on, you'll see there's only one way they're gonna work and still have your pipes evenly horizontal.
 
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I don't have brackets like that on mine.
 
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