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Old Sep 2, 2017 | 05:32 PM
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Hi, have a 99 heritage and would like to install some newer wheels from a 2011 heritage, if possible what would I need to install them . any advise would be great thanks
 
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Old Sep 2, 2017 | 09:53 PM
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I posted on you post in the softail section.
 
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thanks I saw that , didn't know there was a special wheel and tire section when I posted sorry about that
 
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A few highlights...

You'll have to deal with the bearing size issue.

You won't be able to re-use your pulley or brake rotors ...you have a smaller center hole


And really the bigger deal on the rear...the 2011 hub is approx .450"-.500" wider



 

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