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Old Feb 3, 2010 | 09:55 AM
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I have an 05 FLHT, and was told that the speaker grill material on it is not the same as an ultra or a classic, and not as good. It prohibits sound somewhat. Will I get better, clearer sound from an aftermarket speaker grill/cloth? If so, which one/ones?
 
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Old Feb 3, 2010 | 10:03 AM
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Nope.
 
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Old Feb 3, 2010 | 11:06 AM
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Only diff it makes is in your wallet.
 
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Old Feb 3, 2010 | 02:55 PM
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Believe me man if it was that EZ, ALOT of us would of done it a LONG time ago!!!!
 
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Old Feb 3, 2010 | 05:59 PM
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I spent about $5.00 and an hour on mine....and no, no sound difference.
 
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Bars, switch housings and the brake res. block most of the sound.
 
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