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Joined: Mar 2009
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From: Kansas
Need all your input on a seat swap for my 2008 RKC. I got an Sundowner deep bucket seat with a back rest for the wife. I hate the seat but need 1 that is comfortable for her with a back rest or beable to use the back rest I got now with it.
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Joined: May 2010
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From: DFW, Texas
Pipes
Just got a stock 09 RKC. I love the ideas I'm getting from this thread, and have a whole lot of stuff to do before I get it where I want it. But first I have to get rid of the horrible stock pipes. I'm completely new to exhaust mods, and don't really understand all this PCV, mapping, etc. stuff. But I have been looking at the Samson true dual headers with fishtails. never seen or heard them in person but like what I've seen on videos. they seem to have that classic look and sound. I was wondering if anyone here has had any experience with them. Besides dropping $800 on the system. What else would you have to buy to get the air mixture right?
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Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 194
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From: oregon
my y2k flhrc
What's different;
-no tank badge
-flat black paint on tin
-truck bed coating on battery cover, side covers and tour pack (not shown)
-horn cover, home made air filter cover and other hardware painted black
-solo HD cop seat, also have passenger seat that mounts in 2 minutes
-switched to HD stock mag wheels, soon to be gloss black
-fender & tour pack trim painted gloss black
-14" windshield
Motor:
-Fueling hi-flow oil pump
-Fueling lifters & rockers
-S&S 95" cylinders, pistons and rods
-Black Ceramic coated Thunderheader
-mild head work
-NO FUEL MANAGEMENT: 94hp, 98trq, 42mpg
Motor built by Central Valley Cycle, Springfield Oregon
Coming soon:
Black apes
JUST CLICKED 82,000 MILES
-no tank badge
-flat black paint on tin
-truck bed coating on battery cover, side covers and tour pack (not shown)
-horn cover, home made air filter cover and other hardware painted black
-solo HD cop seat, also have passenger seat that mounts in 2 minutes
-switched to HD stock mag wheels, soon to be gloss black
-fender & tour pack trim painted gloss black
-14" windshield
Motor:
-Fueling hi-flow oil pump
-Fueling lifters & rockers
-S&S 95" cylinders, pistons and rods
-Black Ceramic coated Thunderheader
-mild head work
-NO FUEL MANAGEMENT: 94hp, 98trq, 42mpg
Motor built by Central Valley Cycle, Springfield Oregon
Coming soon:
Black apes
JUST CLICKED 82,000 MILES
Last edited by Petesnot; May 29, 2010 at 09:11 PM. Reason: add mileage
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 1,926
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From: Utah
You'll find a lot of threads in the touring section on that. There are several options, including the PCV you mentioned. I'm no expert (but I'm not going to let that stop me from posting) but I think the PCV is a good solution for most people. Those who want to really fine tune their ride might want something different. You'll see a lot of strong opinions on your options. Good luck.
A lot depends on what you don't like about the Sundowner? Is it uncomforatable? If so, in what way? Or is it just that you don't like how it looks? If it's a looks thing, you might want to consider keeping it for long rides with your wife, and get something sleeker looking for when you're just tooling around town. LOTS of options there.
A lot depends on what you don't like about the Sundowner? Is it uncomforatable? If so, in what way? Or is it just that you don't like how it looks? If it's a looks thing, you might want to consider keeping it for long rides with your wife, and get something sleeker looking for when you're just tooling around town. LOTS of options there.
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Tourer
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 343
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From: Las Vegas
Blue Tint On Your Wind Shield
Hey ElRey
Nice looking ride you got there in your avartar.
Tell me if you will; where did you buy that tint?
Years ago I had put in all over my wind shield and with a blue '85 Elec.Glide I still have it. I'm in the process of sanding and getting it ready for paint.
I'm just GRATEFULL for all the blessing JESUS has allowed me to have for awhile.
Nice looking ride you got there in your avartar.
Tell me if you will; where did you buy that tint?
Years ago I had put in all over my wind shield and with a blue '85 Elec.Glide I still have it. I'm in the process of sanding and getting it ready for paint.
I'm just GRATEFULL for all the blessing JESUS has allowed me to have for awhile.
Last edited by SCHOONER; Nov 25, 2010 at 10:07 PM.
Thanks man, It's a Memphis Shades OEM replacement winshield it the blue gradient color. Ordered from J&P. Size is 19". I love it!