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Old Feb 17, 2012 | 03:39 PM
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Congrats.

Like someone else here stated, buy a service manual. I'm no wrencher, but I cannot tell you how many times that thing answered questions.
 
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Old Feb 17, 2012 | 03:41 PM
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Big congrats! Sounds great. Can't wait to see the pics when "done."

Have fun, Mark H.
 
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Old Feb 17, 2012 | 04:20 PM
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When the majority dislike something that I like, it turns into love. Congratulations!
 
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Old Feb 17, 2012 | 06:46 PM
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congrats too. haven't seen one in person yet.
 
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Old Feb 17, 2012 | 06:55 PM
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Good luck with the Slim, haven't seen one in person yet.
But the pics I have seen it looks like a really nice 'canvas' to start off on.

Originally Posted by AirBoyzT
I just saw the Sportster 72 in person today, fell in love! Didn't see the Slim, but hey man post pics when you are done
Same here, but I didn't fall in love with the bike, just liked its looks.
I'm a little too spoiled by my Custom and no matter how good a Sporty looks they are all feel just to short and tall for my taste.
 
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Old Feb 17, 2012 | 09:54 PM
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Congrats. They must've been outa' blacklines? Just kidding. I'm sure you'll be happy.
 
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Old Feb 17, 2012 | 10:34 PM
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Congrats and welcome.
 
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Old Feb 17, 2012 | 10:42 PM
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How wide is the rear tire? You kno like all of them you will want a fatty! lol
 
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I as well just bought the slim, it's my second harley.. my first being a 1200 100th anniversary.. just bought mine last week, I'm putting a thunderheader exhaust, SE race tuner, New RSD AC kit, RSD short stack bars, new detachable seat and foot pegs as well.. pics should be up shortly, I even thought about painting it already.. Flat military OD Green
 

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