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02-05-2010, 10:15 AM | #1 |
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Turned a wrench on a Harley
Last night, I helped a buddy install a Dobeck TFI on his 2006 Road Glide. We spent 4 hours on a project that I could have done in 20 minutes on a Nomad.
There is no unused space behind the side covers. The frame "backbone" of the RG leaves virtually no room for running wires. It was just plain difficult to work on. Plus, the fuel tank is split into two chambers, with a hose running between nipples on each side of the tank. In order to completely remove the tank, you'd have to remove this hose, which is secured with crimped hose clamps. In other words, you'd have to sacrifice the clamps to get the hose off and remove the tank. There was limited clearance to raise the tank. I was surprised. I figured there would be some working room on a Harley. It turned out to not be the case. We did eventually get it installed, and at 10:00PM, he was in his driveway, revving the thing up to adjust the pots. I'm glad he isn't my neighbor.
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02-05-2010, 10:28 AM | #2 |
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Turned a wrench on a Harley
Ah another fine example of the generosity of KawaNOW. Helping the less fortunate.
Good for you CJ. Working on a harley can really make you appreciate your nomad, huh. I helped a friend change oil on his 78 HD. Reminded me why I bought my Nomad. |
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02-05-2010, 10:30 AM | #3 |
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Turned a wrench on a Harley
Nomad wrenches do not fit Harley parts & vise versa, also Harley tools are always greasy & dirty because they are always being used.
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02-05-2010, 10:51 AM | #4 |
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All of this abuse Greg!
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02-05-2010, 10:58 AM | #5 | |
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02-05-2010, 11:12 AM | #6 |
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One of the best things about the nomad is how easy is to wrench on.
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02-05-2010, 11:38 AM | #7 |
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or do not need wrenching yes you are correct they are easy to work on
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02-05-2010, 06:16 PM | #8 | |
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02-05-2010, 10:53 PM | #9 |
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Oh come on CJ...
...to technical for ya?
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