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Old Jun 4, 2011 | 05:31 PM
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i have the 2010 fatboy lo i want to get the custom gear shift linkage, how hard is it to put on should i let my dealer do it or should i give it a try thanks alot KOJAX
 
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Old Jun 4, 2011 | 06:21 PM
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It will take 5 mins if you've done it before and 15 mins if you have not.
 
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thanks i will give it a shot, i was thinking of getting the black slotted anodized part number 34018-o8 i think that one will look good on the fatboy lo
 
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I have the same linkage 34018-o8 like Jim said easy 5-10 min install. It is the best match I have found for my other Edge Cut stuff.
 
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i was actually thinking about getting a steel rod and busting out the old anvil and blow torch and making one :-D
 
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my fatboy lo is pretty much stock. what other custom shift linage from harley would be a good match. thank again. my fatboy lo is vivid black.
 
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Old Jun 4, 2011 | 09:32 PM
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Originally Posted by KOJAX
i have the 2010 fatboy lo i want to get the custom gear shift linkage, how hard is it to put on should i let my dealer do it or should i give it a try thanks alot KOJAX
5 min....stay away from dealer. Do use a little antiseize (sic) in the shaft where the shifter legs mount....use 271 red threadlok in the hex screws that fasten the shifter legs...and don't forget the replacement of the hard rubber washer. Be sure you have no more play than the OEM tie rod.
 
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5 min....stay away from dealer. Do use a little antiseize (sic) in the shaft where the shifter legs mount....use 271 red threadlok in the hex screws that fasten the shifter legs...and don't forget the replacement of the hard rubber washer. Be sure you have no more play than the OEM tie rod.
I think he's just talking about the linkage bar from shifter to tranny. At least that's what I thought (2 bolts).
 
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Go custom, why get 1 like everybody else has? Here's a pic of the 1 on my Springer Classic that matches my 2 tone black/lave red sunglo paint.
I also have a black powder coated one that's never been on a bike. I might sell it for the right price. If you're interested, shoot me a PM.
 
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Go custom, why get 1 like everybody else has? Here's a pic of the 1 on my Springer Classic that matches my 2 tone black/lave red sunglo paint.
I also have a black powder coated one that's never been on a bike. I might sell it for the right price. If you're interested, shoot me a PM.
where did you get the linkage made?
 
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