Monkey bars... How hard is install?
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Monkey bars... How hard is install?
Gonna get some monkey bars this winter and tackle it myself. Goin for the 10s . I got 09 FLHT. Don't have the $ to spend on labor, so for all the guys who has done this, how much of a PITA is the wiring. Any tricks to getting them through? Don't have ABS. Also new cables for 10's? Not really mechanically inclined, but I think I'm up to the challenge! Any help, advice, tips, or tricks appreciated!
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Wiring is only a PITA because it takes patience. It's not hard, just can be tedious. Don't think you will need new cables for 10's but not 100% sure. One trick I used a piece of small chain to run through the bars, then taped the wiring and pulled it through. Another suggestion would be to go with a higher bar. I have 13's and could not imagine going any lower. In fact I am starting think I should have done 16's but I like the look of the 13's. Lots of info here.
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On the wiring get the TBW extension to put the plug at the bottom. Don't heat shrink you wires too tight. You wan't them to be flexible and no wrinkles. Use a small chain to feed your pul line through. I used weedeater string, I stole that idea from someone here. I think you will need to go +4 on the clutch cable. Lots of guys have said it pulled even with the 10s. My two cents is go at least 12s. I started to go with 10s went with 12s, really like them but if I do it again I will go with 14s. The hands over the fairing thing is no big deal, they look great, and they are much more comfortable.
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Dont let nobody b/s ya. they are a pita to install! If your UP for the challange, sounds like your ready? I used vasoline and kept the original heat wrap on. Tape your weed eater string on, and lube it up w/lots of petroleum. 10" bars measure out at 12-1/2", are very comfy and my hands aint above my shoulders.Make sure Yaffe sends you the instructions, they are a MUST for install
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I started to go with 10's, but went with the 12's instead. Glad I did, they're perfect for me. I used a pull chain from ceiling fan, and lube for pulling electrical wires. I didn't extend the wires. It's a PITA, but if you get frustrated, walk away for a few. Go for it, you'll love them!
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I dedicated an entire evening to the wiring.......trust me, you'll need it.
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And by "evening" I mean, I disassembled at about 3 pm. Took break for dinner, but still didn't finish til after midnight.
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And by "evening" I mean, I disassembled at about 3 pm. Took break for dinner, but still didn't finish til after midnight.
