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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 02:44 PM
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Here are a few pics of my forward controls, which I fabricated per nevets61 design and extend the stock HD forward controls by 5". I'm 5'10" and these things make the bike ride so much better

Cost: $50 for steel parts and $8 for paint and primer

Let me know what you think

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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 03:46 PM
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Very Nice, PM sent
 
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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 05:22 PM
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Those look really good txoval! I think I'm gonna give it a try!


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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 05:41 PM
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If you have the tools it's easy, a welder is the biggest item as well as a bench grinder and drill press
 
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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 05:53 PM
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Txoval, The PM I sent you was returned by your Yahoo account.

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I was inquiring to see if you were going to fab up some units for sale. If so, you have an idea on the price?
 
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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 06:32 PM
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cHarley:

I would not have a problem making a setfor people who are interested, but we would need to work out the details...for instanceI would need you to send me your brake rod so that it can be lengthened

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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 06:36 PM
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hey txoval,

Man that looks good. Wish I could weld. Your set-up looks better than the aftermarket kits that are available, IMO.
 
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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 06:57 PM
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looks great..you're very crafty..i would be interested,but i wouldn't be abe to part with the parts from my bike..i need it to ride..did you have to lengthen the shift rod as well?
 
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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 07:10 PM
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Yes, the shift rod get lengthened, but it's a new piece...with the brake rod I have to cut it in half and add ina 5" piece of rod...

Like I said, this is nevets61's design and his instructions are dead nuts...working with metal is a hobby of mine so I have all the tools needed

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looks great..you're very crafty..i would be interested,but i wouldn't be abe to part with the parts from my bike..i need it to ride..did you have to lengthen the shift rod as well?
 
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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 07:36 PM
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Here's a better pic of the right side

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