anyone used something like this???

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Jun 18, 2011 | 01:33 PM

mrfikser

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anyone used something like this???

I am thinking these for the allen bolts on the floorboards etc..

Hondaline Chrome Allen Bolt Caps in 5mm, 6mm, 8mmhttp://wingstuff.com/pgroup_detail/3604

Jun 18, 2011 | 02:22 PM

Bill03E

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http://www.hottoppers.com/home.asp

Jun 18, 2011 | 02:44 PM

Jinks

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Both the caps & the hottoppers work & both have issues. The caps let a little water in & will rust inside the allen head bolts. Not much, but some people care. The hottoppers fit & give a good clean look, but are a challenge to take off. Not real difficult, but I've known mechanics that won't spend the time it takes to be careful, & just yank 'em off with a pair of pliers. Tends to ruin the hottopper & adds to the expense of the repair when you have to buy new ones.

Jun 18, 2011 | 11:19 PM

Harleyboyddk

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If you're running hottopers, remove them before taking your bike to the shop. I think they look good, don't use them myself.

Jun 19, 2011 | 05:38 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mrfikser

I am thinking these for the allen bolts on the floorboards etc..

Hondaline Chrome Allen Bolt Caps in 5mm, 6mm, 8mmhttp://wingstuff.com/pgroup_detail/3604

This will void your warrenty!!! Honda parts (Even Caps) on a Harley...Shame on you!!!!

Jun 19, 2011 | 10:17 AM

mrfikser

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my warranty is voided already, as I use a wax that wasn't made by harley so that is not an issue....Also I had hottoppers on my last bike (Streetbob) and I didn't like them...they were a pain to removed, and several of them cracked and peeled, I expected more from them especially for the price (they weren't near as much as chrome bolts, but costs way more than cheap plastic caps should)