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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 09:06 AM
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Anybody install a 2" tank lift ? Is it worth it and are you happy you did ? Also did you notice any cooling effects ? Thanks for any answers You guys are always helpful !
 
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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 10:05 AM
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I just installed mine the other day and live it took me approx 15mins to install and that's cause I went slow due to having to redo the wiring for my LEDs that were on the tank. I think it looks good
 
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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 11:33 AM
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I just installed mine the other day and live it took me approx 15mins to install and that's cause I went slow due to having to redo the wiring for my LEDs that were on the tank. I think it looks good
Looks read good. I bought one last week and waiting for it to get her. Installed 2 on my friends dynas and they look good also. I think if there were a lot of cooling affects the manufacturer would make it that way from stock. I just like the look.
 
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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 11:42 AM
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Looks read good. I bought one last week and waiting for it to get her. Installed 2 on my friends dynas and they look good also. I think if there were a lot of cooling affects the manufacturer would make it that way from stock. I just like the look.
If the MOCO did it you wouldn't buy it as aftermarket, and spend more.
 
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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 11:46 AM
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There is a recent thread on this subject.
 
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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 12:10 PM
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DK Custom Products sells em for a pretty reasonable price. They are also a forum sponsor. I'm gonna get one soon. Think it'll look awesome paired with my apes once I get that project done. Waiting for my tax returns...
 
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thanks guys already installled 2" lift , i like it but i probably should have only gone 1.5" cause i do get a slight rub on the ignition switch area . Oh well if it bothers me enough i will order the 1.5" . anybody else have that issue ?
 
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Originally Posted by blackpearl
thanks guys already installled 2" lift , i like it but i probably should have only gone 1.5" cause i do get a slight rub on the ignition switch area . Oh well if it bothers me enough i will order the 1.5" . anybody else have that issue ?
Loosen your rear tank bolts and you front tank mount, you should be able to slide your tank back a bit and get the clearance you need.

Remember to tighten them all back up once you have it slid all the way back.
 
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Ok. I guess I'm just stupid. Never heard of a tank lift. If I need one, I hope it's not expensive!!!!

Can I get some before and after pics guys???
 
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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 11:28 PM
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Originally Posted by C.H.L.
Ok. I guess I'm just stupid. Never heard of a tank lift. If I need one, I hope it's not expensive!!!!

Can I get some before and after pics guys???
your RK with stock tank will look good lifted
 
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