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Old Dec 6, 2006 | 10:55 PM
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I'm thinking of installing a finned Headbolt Bridge on my '06 Road King Classic. PN 43859-00 Has anyone installed one? I'm curious if it will stay in place due to engine heat or will it require regular periodic re-tightening?

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Old Dec 6, 2006 | 11:02 PM
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I have them on mine , no problems since install , bolts come with locktight on them , go for it they look nice , great looks for the price.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2006 | 11:05 PM
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I like the way they look and I figure that the extra fins can't hurt either as far as engine cooling goes.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2006 | 11:09 PM
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Rock solid!

 
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Old Dec 6, 2006 | 11:11 PM
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I put the all chrome on mine the other day and man did it make it look great.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2006 | 11:20 PM
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Go for it, no problems.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2006 | 11:28 PM
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Had them on my '01 RK, transferred to my '04 EGC, and now have transferred to my '07 EGC. No problems with the product. Just don't lose that little allen wrench that comes with it as it is quite handy.
 
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Old Dec 7, 2006 | 12:22 AM
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Installed them on my 99 RK several years ago and they are still there; looking good too!
 
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Either one makes a nice difference. I have had problems with them coming loose. Doesnt hurt to check em!!
 
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Old Dec 7, 2006 | 08:17 AM
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Why does the parts manual indicate that these are not to be used on bikes equiped with lower fairings? I have them on my 05 Heritage and love the look, but am taking delivery in a couple weeks on an Ultra and was planning on putting them on that too. Thanks in advance.
 
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