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Old Oct 18, 2018 | 08:44 PM
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Been having a issues with the Johnson rod on a new 2018 iron 1200. I don’t know what to do at this point.
 
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Old Oct 18, 2018 | 08:52 PM
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need new tires with some spit.....then a hammer kit, then a 2 into 1, them smile when you take off into the wind
 
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Is that the one that connects to the canooter valve?
 
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OP what is a Johnson rod for a Sportster?
a) A rod used to control the timing of, and how long the valves stay open on a steam locomotive.
b) Johnson Rods LR3 Lift Kit works with in conjunction your factory airbag springs to control the height of your vehicle by adjusting the height sensor level with a shorter rod.
I don't know what your are describing.

Or are you describing your *****? (joke)
 
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Been having a issues with the Johnson rod on a new 2018 iron 1200. I don’t know what to do at this point.
Nor does anyone else - what are you talking about - prey tell!
 
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I thought it was me ??
 
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Originally Posted by sorensentyler
Been having a issues with the Johnson rod on a new 2018 iron 1200. I don’t know what to do at this point.
Originally Posted by sorensentyler
Sounds like the motor is on it’s way to blowing up
Seems you answered your own question with another useless response.

 
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Been having a issues with the Johnson rod.
See your doctor. Ask about Viagra, Cialis, etc.

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