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Old Aug 8, 2010 | 07:38 PM
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Default Lowering 2010 Softail Rocker C rear suspension

Hey All!

I want to lower my rear suspension on my Rocker an inch. If you've done something like this please indulge. Also, is it something a mechanically inclined DIY guy could do in his garage?

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Old Aug 8, 2010 | 08:48 PM
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i think u might be able to lower current by 1" if not any ol cheap lowerin bolts will do the trick,i gat arlen ness slam kit 17-100 hopefully gettin air ride for winter mod
 
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Old Aug 8, 2010 | 11:49 PM
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I used the lowering bolts..I know cheapo but it got the job done..rides a lil bit harder but I don't mind. Check out my pics..I did about an inch..want tio go lower when I get a chance..
 
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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 12:19 AM
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Thanks fellas! Where would one purchase said bolts? Local HD store?

Darkrock... I was born and raised in Morristown, NJ and almost my entire family is from East Rutherford, Carlstadt, Clifton, and the area.
 
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