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Old Apr 9, 2013 | 10:45 AM
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Ive gotten a lot of good ideas that came from build threads that I have read here on the forum, so I figured I would add one of my own. I hope yall enjoy...

I finally got started on some of the work I have wanted to do for a long time now. I got the side mount plate bracket done, but didnt take any before pics. I figure most everyone here knows what the stock setup looked like. Its still a work in progress, and I will update as I get things done. Here is the before state of my '06 FXST



 
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Pulled the rear tire to prep for the lowering bolts...


 
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I didnt take pics of the lowering bolt install... Sorry guys. Reinstalled the shocks and pulled the fender struts and rear fender...


 
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Mocking up the rear fender...

 
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Checking the fit with the new seat...


 
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Bolt holes drilled and fender mounted. Put the wheel back in to see how she fits...



 
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Debating on whether or not and how much to cut off the side skirt of the fender...

 
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Some electrical tape to see whether or not we like the look of a cut fender. We also played around with the idea of a bobber seat...

 
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The seat I am actually going with. Its a stock seat off of a 2010 Fatboy. I like the feel and fit and it went well with my budget. I also think I like the no front fender look. Are the fork braces necessary if there is no fender? Or does it not really supply that much support?

 
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I like the tractor-style seat. Giving me ideas...
 
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