Does the 1.5" tank lift really help?
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From: PERTH
Now you should probably drain the tank then replace the hoses (but I used my sons two fingers to stop the fuel coming out while I quickly put the new hoses on, hey what the hell he asked if I needed help !! LOL).
Anyway you may have enough length on your crossover hose to move the tanks.
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From: PERTH
Really makes a big difference. First thing I noticed when I rode my softail was how low the speedo/tank was. I don't like to take my eyes off the road. I'm old fashioned like that! LOL.
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From: PERTH
Amen. I have alloys that I'm polishing but dammit, I'm envious of your chrome !!!! LOL
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From: PERTH
OK, what am I missing here? Why is it that when a lift kit is put on the fuel tank you lose fuel space? Is it because it changes the angle of the tank somehow and it doesn't drain properly? Last year I was dead set against a lift kit on my bike. I have allot of time and $$$$ spent on my bike giving it a lowered and longer look to it even if it's an illusion. I have slightly changed my thought process but only because I can't stand the way the top of my rocker boxes look from not being able to clean them properly. Yes, I know they can't be seen but I know it's there. If I am going to lose fuel space and availability I'm back to square one and not interested again.
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From: Beyond Fucital
Well,started the install,
Draining the tank is a must,
Older bikes, dash frame has 3 bolts with stop collars these are not supplied with the kit.
DK take note. stock bolts = 2.25"
2" lift kit = 4.25"
Stock Stop Collars 1.78"
2" lift = 3.78"
The old tank mounts that bolt the frame to tank have threaded nuts, or threaded sleaves that the bolts thread into, the new mounts don't they use the new nuts and bolts (supplied), you need small nimble fingers.
And I did it again, Snapped a new bolt. But I need the missing hardware anyway. So I'll get it tomorrow.
Should have gone 1.5" lift in hindsight.
But so far it's looking good.
Man my front rocket cover is filthy.
Draining the tank is a must,
Older bikes, dash frame has 3 bolts with stop collars these are not supplied with the kit.
DK take note. stock bolts = 2.25"
2" lift kit = 4.25"
Stock Stop Collars 1.78"
2" lift = 3.78"
The old tank mounts that bolt the frame to tank have threaded nuts, or threaded sleaves that the bolts thread into, the new mounts don't they use the new nuts and bolts (supplied), you need small nimble fingers.
And I did it again, Snapped a new bolt. But I need the missing hardware anyway. So I'll get it tomorrow.
Should have gone 1.5" lift in hindsight.
But so far it's looking good.
Man my front rocket cover is filthy.
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From: Mass/NH
OK, what am I missing here? Why is it that when a lift kit is put on the fuel tank you lose fuel space? Is it because it changes the angle of the tank somehow and it doesn't drain properly? Last year I was dead set against a lift kit on my bike. I have allot of time and $$$$ spent on my bike giving it a lowered and longer look to it even if it's an illusion. I have slightly changed my thought process but only because I can't stand the way the top of my rocker boxes look from not being able to clean them properly. Yes, I know they can't be seen but I know it's there. If I am going to lose fuel space and availability I'm back to square one and not interested again.
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From: Martinsburg, WV
I think people are over thinking the fuel loss issue, if there is one...I have had DK's 2" lift on my bike for 2 years and there have never been any fuel issues ever...when it starts to get low, I get some gas...I DON"T EVER run it on fumes on purpose...It's an insignificant issue...Just get some gas when your tank gets low...
Someone did say that the deluxe's fuel return runs farther bank than the standard tanks by a little bit.