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Old Sep 28, 2011 | 01:32 PM
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I may not be the first to think of this, but I bought a set of saddle bag supports that have to go on the shock mount. I did not want to buy a lift and figured all I needed to do was compress the spring. This is what I came up with and it works very easy. Its a tie down strap that I used only one side to make a loop. I just cranked it down to meet the level I needed.
 
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Old Sep 28, 2011 | 06:21 PM
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Pretty Slick I have to say, never thought of that myself, I'll keep that in mind for sure, Thanks for the tip. Best Wishes. -Joe
 
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Old Sep 28, 2011 | 08:15 PM
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I think that would work.
 

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Old Sep 28, 2011 | 08:41 PM
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Good think'n!
 
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