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Old Nov 2, 2013 | 08:26 PM
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I care about the good old days!! Some of those memories keep me warm at night!
 
Old Nov 2, 2013 | 09:13 PM
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What's the... best good old days? 50's,60's,70's,80's,90,s.
 
Old Nov 2, 2013 | 09:18 PM
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70's and most of the 80's for me!
 
Old Nov 2, 2013 | 09:23 PM
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60,s for me. We were poor but it didn't matter, for some reason I miss that feeling.
 
Old Nov 3, 2013 | 02:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Newharleylover
That's a good start
Actually those are just a bit on the 'ample' side for my taste.

This would be more to my liking...

 
Old Nov 3, 2013 | 02:51 AM
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this thread deserves a participation trophy
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/off-t...58-pooper.html

GG's post# 10 say's it all...
 
Old Nov 3, 2013 | 04:09 AM
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Originally Posted by skidder
True that but I can understand someone needing to know about something like apehangers. Apes can make some folks apprehensive about purchasing them.
They look good but I always got the, "How do they handle?" question.
The one that always gets me is...What's the best Harley to buy for me?
The best bike for you is a Dyna King, it's a new model just for you Lol.
 
Old Nov 3, 2013 | 04:21 AM
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Originally Posted by TwiZted Biker
I'm finding it amusing all the " What's the Best ........... " threads floating through here regular . Best is what works for you everything else is just an opinion by more times than not questionable sources . Something to think about .
So what's the best crank and rods for a wana be hot TC dyna then Twiz.
Something that you can rag around when the mood takes you or just plod home on at the end of a long days ride. You no the best for you or me or anyone who wants it not to move/slip twist etc. Lol (it's been a while since I have seen any good engine mod threads )
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Old Nov 3, 2013 | 04:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Captain Itch
I vote for the what to do with your gas cap thread..
I agree, the gas cap thread was pretty hard to top. Do I win a 10% discount at Captain Itch?
 
Old Nov 3, 2013 | 07:40 AM
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I agree, the gas cap thread was pretty hard to top. Do I win a 10% discount at Captain Itch?
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