Chrome Regulator Cover?
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Chrome Regulator Cover?
I like the look of the chrome regulator cover and it was on my list for the next time I'm in a dealership. But then I read something in the latest edition of American Iron that makes me wonder if these covers cause the regulators to run hotter than they should leading to premature failures. Thoughts?
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RE: Chrome Regulator Cover?
I have one sitting in my garage right now to install whenever I get around to it. I keep putting it off for the same reason that you post.
I wonder in the long run whether I should wait and install the full chrome HD voltage regulator and forget the cover.
I wonder in the long run whether I should wait and install the full chrome HD voltage regulator and forget the cover.
Road Warrior
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The chrome defeats the purpose of the black color and the cooling fins on the regulator. There's very little indication when a regulator has had it other than to watch your lights grow dimmer or have the electrolyte slowly (or quickly) boil out of your battery. If you weigh the plusses against the minusses (if they're words) - you're taking a gamble. Of course, if you do lose your regulator, it'll only happen in the middle of nowhere and at night. Hope that helps - have a nice day
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Tourer
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From: Akron, OH
RE: Chrome Regulator Cover?
You know..I've always wondered this myself. I went ahead and put one on every bike I've owned for two reasons:
1. I figure if they do run the risk of overheating, wouldn't HD (OEM of chrome cover) state something to the effect? and...
2. I just HAD to cover the ugly black box. It's just down there begging for chrome!
1. I figure if they do run the risk of overheating, wouldn't HD (OEM of chrome cover) state something to the effect? and...
2. I just HAD to cover the ugly black box. It's just down there begging for chrome!
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Road Master
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RE: Chrome Regulator Cover?
Had one on my 2000 FXST since right after I bought it new, no problems 40,000 miles.
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