Iron 883, Ignition Coil/Switch Relocation - my take
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01-31-2011, 08:09 AM
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Hey!... yeah,, the hose clamp method is rock solid and I was pretty happy with it... but I had the brilliant idea (not really) to reroute all the cables internally through the frame.. so all the injection / ignition coil cables exit all the same location where the ignition bracket was, so I had to get creative and find a new way to attach the ignition coil somewhere ... BTW.. for anybody reading this and wanting to try the Ignition-coil-hanging-from-the-tank approach... do not try to simplify (be lazy) and attach the L bracket just using the front fuel tank screw.. the vibration will snap the screw's head... I know this from experience... :-)
#84
01-31-2012, 12:48 AM
Just wanted to post here about what uskoolines sent me about how to order 10" cables and what ends we need on the nightster and Iron...
"Hi John
you can order here http://uskoolines.com/Custom.html
in the comments section type ( 2 10 inch wires with ends D and G on both wires ) "
"Hi John
you can order here http://uskoolines.com/Custom.html
in the comments section type ( 2 10 inch wires with ends D and G on both wires ) "
#85
02-17-2012, 01:51 PM
Finally got around to doing the tank lift and coil ignition relocation. I tell you what...it was A LOT easier than I thought! With the great instructions from this thread, it went without a hitch! Here are my pics:
Here's the coil/ignition relocation:
I bought the brackets from Home Depot (Doors/Cabinet isle, if I remember right). I bought the 3" L-bracket to attach my coil to the bottom of my tank and it came with pre-drilled holes that lined up perfecty for the two screws under the tank. Then bought a 1.5" L-bracket and attached that to the 3" L-bracket for my ignition. If you want the item number, I can look it up when I get home. I still have the baggies it came in. I also still have a set of the 2 brackets that are powder coated. I'm giving it away for free if anyone wants it. Send me a PM message.
Bought my spark plug wires from DK Customs. You can adjust the length yourself and it only cost $22.95 for the pair. Real easy to install. Took me 5 minutes for each wire to cut, attach the connector, and put install on my bike. Here's the one I ordered:
http://www.dkcustomproducts.com/409-...DK-WRD-BLK.htm
Here's the coil/ignition relocation:
I bought the brackets from Home Depot (Doors/Cabinet isle, if I remember right). I bought the 3" L-bracket to attach my coil to the bottom of my tank and it came with pre-drilled holes that lined up perfecty for the two screws under the tank. Then bought a 1.5" L-bracket and attached that to the 3" L-bracket for my ignition. If you want the item number, I can look it up when I get home. I still have the baggies it came in. I also still have a set of the 2 brackets that are powder coated. I'm giving it away for free if anyone wants it. Send me a PM message.
Bought my spark plug wires from DK Customs. You can adjust the length yourself and it only cost $22.95 for the pair. Real easy to install. Took me 5 minutes for each wire to cut, attach the connector, and put install on my bike. Here's the one I ordered:
http://www.dkcustomproducts.com/409-...DK-WRD-BLK.htm
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