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Old Apr 27, 2013 | 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Egldr05
I honestly can't even believe you asked this question.
or that there is 3 pages of responses... lol
 
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Old Apr 27, 2013 | 03:24 PM
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Originally Posted by 12hdrk
OK. Done with yard work. Off to Harley dealer to pick up a derby cover and possibly an air filter medallion. Who knows how this will go :-)

May I consider living dangerously and also buying the skull collection grips? You will be a true badass if you do!!!
 
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Old Apr 27, 2013 | 03:27 PM
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Old Apr 27, 2013 | 10:54 PM
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Originally Posted by 12hdrk
OK. I have the Willie G. Skull collection currently. Footboards, grips, timer cover, mirrors. I want to get the derby cover but I'd like to get the #1/103 skull instead of the pure skull derby. OK or not OK to mix the 103 skull and regular skull on the bike? Opinions?
Turn to page 27 of your owners manual. I belive its the second paragraph down
 
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Old Apr 27, 2013 | 11:07 PM
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I don't care what these other guys say. DON"T DO IT!!! Mixing skulls is strictly forbidden and could get you banished from riding a Harley and condemned to a life as a scooter commuter.
 
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Old Apr 27, 2013 | 11:50 PM
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Wow, pretty harsh stuff here. Honest answer is it is absolutely fine to mix and match.
 
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Old Apr 28, 2013 | 12:28 AM
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Originally Posted by steelerdude1
........ Honest answer is it is absolutely fine to mix and match.
....... for a Steeler fan maybe.
go broncos .....
 
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Old Apr 28, 2013 | 06:56 AM
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Did this guy really just post this question on a public forum? If it helps you my grandmother also said no white shoes after Labor Day *****.
 
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Old Apr 28, 2013 | 06:57 AM
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Try Ann Landers if your looking for clarification on etiquette
 
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Old Apr 28, 2013 | 07:06 AM
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Originally Posted by groupw
....... for a Steeler fan maybe.
go broncos .....
 
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