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Old Nov 15, 2021 | 09:07 AM
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I added a reflector to my gas cap so I don't lose it at night.
Thank you for that. The coffee I just snorted in this diner really cleared my sinuses.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2021 | 10:16 AM
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Thank you for that. The coffee I just snorted in this diner really cleared my sinuses.
My pleasure sir, I'm only here to help.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2021 | 10:20 AM
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I’ll reflect on this and get back to you 👍
 
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Old Nov 15, 2021 | 10:26 AM
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As someone on this forum once said, "If you're counting on the reflectors to save your ***, you're already dead". May sound harsh but there's truth in it.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2021 | 12:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Ed Gein
Or, use a heat gun to warm the metal.
Honestly that would work.. and I'll probably still use one.. but why be rushed when Wed its supposed to be in 60s and I have the 30 minutes to do it.. then go ride. I already hooked into the batteries on both so I pretty much have to route and stick

ps.. Ed Gein? Really... That guy was insane to the 100th power
 
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Old Nov 15, 2021 | 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Uncle Larry
Personal preference ??? Maybe the same reason people remove the "Do Not Remove" tag on mattresses ?? :>
Wait, I thought removing that tag on mattresses was a Federal offense? I don't want to spend time in a Federal pen!
All kidding aside, I suppose it is personal preference. Some people figure the small risk involved by not having the reflectors is outweighed by a nicer, cleaner look. YMMV.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2021 | 03:22 PM
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Mine were removed to polish the tubes.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2021 | 03:28 PM
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Wait, I thought removing that tag on mattresses was a Federal offense?
Pretty sure that's only prior to retail sale.
 
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After some reflection.
I remove them because I’m a rebel at heart.
 
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