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Old Oct 18, 2010 | 06:13 PM
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I have a 2008 Rocker C and just put a Danny Gray seat on it and I'm trying to find out if the shock can be adjusted to keep the rear fender from bouncing up and hitting the seat while riding. Any help would be helpful......
 
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Old Oct 18, 2010 | 06:44 PM
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Manual says you need a spanner wrench. Unless someone posts a workaround I guess I better order one for myself.
 
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Old Oct 18, 2010 | 06:49 PM
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I seen two bolts on the front of the shocks so I'm assuming I just turn them to adjust the firmness of the shock?
 
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Old Oct 18, 2010 | 07:04 PM
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I assume(bad word) that you mean nuts....
no , they just allow you clearance to turn the adjusting plate ..read , your manual , or a few threads about it
 
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Old Oct 18, 2010 | 07:32 PM
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I googled this and see where some guys have used channel locks and a rag to turn the shocks or a strap wrench. Since the spanner susposedly only costs around $10 I think I'll pick one up. I love having the right tools and when you consider the money you're saving, it's a no brainer.
 
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Old Oct 18, 2010 | 08:36 PM
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I got that seat on my rocker.
never deed any adjustments. and never hit the fender either...
 
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Old Oct 18, 2010 | 08:44 PM
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I dont have a lift so I used a oil filter strap wrench and it worked great. I have a spanner wrench but I could not get it in there due to ground clearence plus I didnt need to turn it a quarter of a turn to line up the next set of holes like with the spanner. I took mine up three threads and wished I did this the day I bought it. Way better ride especialy after I put SE heavy oil in the forks.
 
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I made my own spanner just because I could. I took two pieces of 1/2" wide strap iron by about 1/8" thick, and maybe 10" long. I bolted them together at one end, and drilled holes in the other ends for a couple of #10-32 bolts. Makes a nice adjustable spanner. It was easier than driving 22 miles to the Harley shop.
 
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i have been thinking of adjusting mine for 3 years now
 
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tk353 I waited 3 years and 60,000 miles before I did it but after I did it it should have been done the day I rode her home. Its a way better ride.
 
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