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Post by seabee70 on Dec 10, 2012 1:01:35 GMT
Hi guys,,,,,this is what I've done lately. Mounted a pair of 4.25" headlights & led directionals. I also put a progressive spring on the shock & notched the RTR bracket in order to use the oem shock mount. The piece they sent will be replaced,since it didn't fit properly & another builder did the same notch,with good results. It raised the rear end & with my bride in the seat,it sags to the same ride height as the front. I'll buy more led's to mount under the "tag" or license plate. Take care,y'all. [img src="http://i1161.photobucket.com/albums/q518/seabee70/headlightdirectional.jpg" ![]() ][/img]  |
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Post by edwinwl on Dec 10, 2012 6:26:12 GMT
Looking great!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 11, 2012 0:05:24 GMT
Looking good Val....
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Post by seabee70 on Dec 21, 2012 1:15:25 GMT
Here's a question or 2 for Y'all. Is the fuel you use,contain ethanol ? If so,are you concerned that it will corrode the aluminum tanks on your tR1ke ?
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Post by erik on Dec 21, 2012 8:22:10 GMT
No problem at all. we'll have a warranty issue if problems occur LOL!!
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Post by slugshot on Dec 21, 2012 18:27:06 GMT
Here's a question or 2 for Y'all. Is the fuel you use,contain ethanol ? If so,are you concerned that it will corrode the aluminum tanks on your tR1ke ? There's not much we can about it really, the only problem with is if the carbs are left with fuel in for too long they will need to be cleaned, but that's after no use for weeks or months so its a good idea to strip them and air line all the air and fuel passageways if off the road for the winter. Cheers Kevin |
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Post by seabee70 on Dec 31, 2012 21:21:17 GMT
Gentlemen,,,& those who wish not to be,,,,,Here's wishing y'all a Happy & prosperous New Year !!!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 31, 2012 23:12:41 GMT
Happy New year, Hoping for better weather in 2013 for much more TR1KE outings
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Post by seabee70 on Jan 1, 2013 14:50:36 GMT
I'll second that motion,,,,
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Post by edwinwl on Jan 1, 2013 15:26:46 GMT
Here's wishing y'all a Happy & prosperous New Year !!! Hi Val. The same to you! Greetings, Edwin |
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Post by seabee70 on Jan 22, 2013 1:37:41 GMT
Greetings from Mtn. City TN.,,,,In between the rains & snow fall,I've thought about aligning the front wheels & said to myself,"self it's time to ask for help". Since the wheels will come off to powdercoat the frame,should I adjust the wheels now or wait 'til it's together again ? Question #2,,How tight should the front suspension bolts be ? FT.Lbs. = ? I've seen charts for certain size bolts, but what did y'all do ? Should a "rough setup" be done now ? What process did you builders follow ? Thanks in advance for your advice & take care.
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Post by edwinwl on Jan 22, 2013 6:05:38 GMT
It's all up to you.
My bolts are in fact quite loosen to have a smooth movement of the suspension. Nylock prevents bolts from coming off.
My first alignment was "on sight" no measurements. Good alignment is needed for comfortable higher speeds. Above 80 km/h or 50 mph.
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Post by slugshot on Jan 22, 2013 18:13:01 GMT
You can set the steering before or after as long as you don't adjust the track rods once its set.
As Edwin said...their isn't a specific torque setting for the wish bones or the shocks so too tight will stop the suspension from moving, so with new nylocks go as tight as you can without loosing suspension movement.
It will bed in after a few 100 miles so if you want you can tighten them a bit more.
Cheers
Kevin
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Post by erik on Jan 22, 2013 21:10:53 GMT
should I adjust the wheels now or wait 'til it's together again ? Question #2,,How tight should the front suspension bolts be ? FT.Lbs. = ? I've seen charts for certain size bolts, but what did y'all do ? Should a "rough setup" be done now ? What process did you builders follow ? Thanks in advance for your advice & take care. 1) Wait until she's back on her feet again. This is the last thing to do. When the arms are hanging the slob in the brackets are on the wrong side of the bolts as well. she needs to be on her feet again first. 2) if you bolt them too tight you'll lock the crush tubes. Bolt them tight enough not to deform the brackets. That's what i"ll do soon. My nuts have been mounted only a few pitched before the nylock now. I'll tighten them when she is off the studs. br! Erik |
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Post by seabee70 on Feb 25, 2013 0:55:46 GMT
[urlhttp://i1161.photobucket.com/albums/q518/seabee70/Mirrorson_zpsfbb05ce4.jpg ][/u  rl] Here's hoping y'all get to see pics of my mirrors & auxilary tank w/fuel pump inside & the grill I bolted in. It's being sent to Pete Dove so he & Brett can finish it for me. More pics then. Take care. |
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