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Old Sep 11, 2006 | 01:43 AM
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I have noticed that on my 2006 FLHTCUI, the adjustable vented lower fairings (w/storage compartments) do not remain "open" when adjusted accordingly in that position to allow maximum air flow cooling to the engine. Has anyone encountered this problem on their bike? I am not sure if it is the air flow itself causing the adjustable vent-door to close off or perhaps the engine vibration doing it? Would appreciate anyone's input and/or fix on this.
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Old Sep 11, 2006 | 01:48 AM
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There is a nut in the fairing glove box that applies more tension on the spring the applies pressure to the pivot point. You can tighten this nut a liitle to keep the vents from moving.
 
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Old Sep 11, 2006 | 02:56 AM
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Yes, I had to tighten mine to keep them from closing.
 
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Old Sep 11, 2006 | 09:08 AM
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Ditto....and they still close at will! I doubt it makes a lot of difference, but it is annoying!
 
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Thank you all for your help!
 
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