Just got my tour pack
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Just got my tour pack
Just got my king tour pack for my
Street Glide.Only took about 3 weeks.
Now my question is what is the best way to go about drilling
the holes for the tour pack rack.
Thanks
Shortleg[Dave]
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RE: Just got my tour pack
ORIGINAL: shortleg
Just got my king tour pack for my
Street Glide.Only took about 3 weeks.
Now my question is what is the best way to go about drilling
the holes for the tour pack rack.
Thanks
Shortleg[Dave]
Just got my king tour pack for my
Street Glide.Only took about 3 weeks.
Now my question is what is the best way to go about drilling
the holes for the tour pack rack.
Thanks
Shortleg[Dave]
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From: Tallahassee, Fl
RE: Just got my tour pack
Lay the rack on the TP and get an idea about where the mounting holes will be, then take either masking ot blue painters tape and apply full length strips down the top (i normally do 2-3 overlapping) to ensure good coverage. You can also apply a couple of pieces on the inside too if you want to. Then lay your rack back on top, position it where you want it and then use a pen to trace around the 4 mounting post and then remove. The instructions will tell you what size drill bit to use but i normally go about 2-3 sizes down from that and start with a small pilot hole and work my way up to the proper size. After drilling, open the tour pack and you are ready to install. Slip the black cupped washers under each post and start to put the bolts in from the inside. You will want to alternate tightening the bolts down. (Some people will even put a small amount of silicone sealant around the bolt on the inside for extra water protection) I have done it with and without and have never had a problem with the rack leaking. After tightening all the bolts you are done. Close tour pack, turn ignition switch and go ride !!!!!!!! Good luck, it's easy.
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RE: Just got my tour pack
If you mean the tour-pac luggage rack, cover the general area the feet will rest in with either masking or painters tape. Set the rack on the tape, measure/square it up, mark around the feet, drill the holes. Put silicone around the bolts & under the protective washers & you're set to go.
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RE: Just got my tour pack
ORIGINAL: MACK
Here is an idea.If you have to ask those questions go to the dealer. Remember,if they screw up they pay. If you screw up, you pay.
Here is an idea.If you have to ask those questions go to the dealer. Remember,if they screw up they pay. If you screw up, you pay.
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RE: Just got my tour pack
ORIGINAL: Jim Dawson
What a condescending answer. I hope you never ask for advice or opinions on something you've never done before.
ORIGINAL: MACK
Here is an idea.If you have to ask those questions go to the dealer. Remember,if they screw up they pay. If you screw up, you pay.
Here is an idea.If you have to ask those questions go to the dealer. Remember,if they screw up they pay. If you screw up, you pay.
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From: Dearborn
RE: Just got my tour pack
Don't they come with a template & instructions, mask, measure & drill...how hard can it be??
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RE: Just got my tour pack
I didn't see Mack's response as sarcastic.
Fact is there are some who really would be better off having the dealer do it.
This is one of those DIY"s that ought to have a permanent sticky since it seems to be asked every week or two.
Fact is there are some who really would be better off having the dealer do it.
This is one of those DIY"s that ought to have a permanent sticky since it seems to be asked every week or two.
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RE: Just got my tour pack
I have to agree with richard i wouldnt do it (looks better without it IMO) and also with BIGDADDY....NOT A BAD idea to see what dealer will charge its not like you have to take the whole bike in!!! But what ever you decide this thread has been run before check it out ....GOOD LUCK...COME ON SPRING!!!!!
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