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Old Sep 15, 2005 | 10:19 PM
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A throttle boss is an additional piece that is attached to the end of your throttle and has a pad that you can rest the heel of your hand on to help you maintain a consistent speed. It is especially helpful when you are travelling on the highway for a fair distance.
 
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Old Sep 15, 2005 | 11:12 PM
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Figure out what you want and check Ebay. You know what HD stands for? Hundred Dollars: you can't leave the store until you spend it. At least thats what my wife tells me.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2005 | 04:32 PM
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Whats all this talk about a new seat. What, do yall not like iron butting it.
Ill agree, an after market seat is usually in order.
 
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Old Sep 17, 2005 | 01:54 PM
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Yea my dad talked me into doing exhaust and a couple of chrome pieces so whats the best sounding exhaust for my sporty?
 
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Old Sep 17, 2005 | 11:35 PM
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I did my first mod today i ended up geting some scremin egle slip on's that will be here in like 2 weeks and some smoked turn signals tomarrow i will be going to get some more stuff so i will try and get some pics up by monday.
 
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