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Mar 10, 2007 | 08:25 PM

CSI

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A "How To" Question

I am putting a tour pack on my FLHS. The two front bracket mounts for the rack mount via use the shock bolts. I don't have a lift, so am worried about pulling a shock bolt out, as the bike may drop down when the bolt is pulled out.

Does anybody have a suggestions, or should I just bring it to the shop and let the pro's deal with it?

Mar 10, 2007 | 08:32 PM

soos

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RE: A "How To" Question

They use the upper shock bolt? Well if that is the case, I would just do one side at a time. The other shock should still support the bike.

Mar 10, 2007 | 08:34 PM

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RE: A "How To" Question

One at a time and you should be fine.

Mar 10, 2007 | 08:36 PM

Chicago Spike

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RE: A "How To" Question

Yeah, I have swapped out shocks on many different bikes and one shock will support the bike. Maybe have a friend over to help lift/push the fender up/down to make aligning the bolts easier.