Hey JoJo. Love the 5-star rims that came with our bikes (like you do) but wanted a 21in up front and a "clocked" set of rotors and pulley. Well I visited the only guy (you know him) who has these killer parts but they were way too expensive. He was an awesome dude with super high-quality parts so I really wanted to do business with him but I'm trying to keep the budget from exploding on this project (10K when all done!?!). So I found these and they ensured all the parts were clocked for me...and for a great price cheaper then if I went with stock! Issues with these folks too (wrong hubs so had to get replacements from another vendor..long story lol) but they made it right.

I've had lots of problems with vendors for some reason. But I have a real problem with giving up too much money for parts just because they're for a bike!?!? I say lets avoid those overpriced fools (you know em...Roland Sands, PM, etc) and mod our own stuff and wheel and deal with those willing to negotiate or add some sweets to the deal. Most of the folks I dealt with in the end did that and with great customer service to boot (DK, Heartland, AMT, Shotgun, even HHI and J&P after correcting a couple hiccups).

 

Thanks for the info and the offer to exchange kits! Enlarging the rear mounting slot isn't going to give me enough clearance and there isn't really enough material there anyway (same tank as a Deuce). Wish it was that simple but measured it and no go. The Rocker, and probably most Harleys, have a square steel backbone. My tank "wedges" inside the tank-well to the backbone with some rubber biscuits. With a 3in lift kit it barely allows this to happen so lateral movement seems a possibility to me. However, I'll take your advise because it makes sense to me and you guys haven't steered me wrong.

I do plan to relocate the rear mount by drilling a new hole in the backbone about 3/4in to the rear. I'll post about it when complete but I didn't want to do it until I get everything squared up with the new trees and get the bars mounted and adjusted to my preference so I get only the clearance I need. Thanks for watching and commenting on these posts...you're awesome bro!

 

No its gone bro, let the insurance company total it (they total bikes easily..don't want the risk of fixing them and something going wrong when the frame is hit). Wanted a sweet 23in like yours but the cost was a budget buster so went with a 21in. Looks like you're still the big dog on the block...for now. I think JoJo was talking 23in and WG...lol

 

Measuring for center and making a template from Microsoft Word.

 

Cut and debur. Cut open my glove..uh oh safety stand down!

 

He's still the big dog LOL
went with a 21 cause I couldn't wait to save the coin Hahahaha

 

Spikey wheels, spikey fender.....ouch
The suspense in killing me...HURRY UP HAHAHAHAHA!

Now you need some spikey bolts LMFAO

 

Me likey the spikey bolts...

 

Interesting build. I can't wait to see the finish product. Some of the best looking custom softails I have ever seen has been custom rocker softails.

 

Will be keeping tabs on the progress. I myself have plans for the hhi Wg kit and a 23 and some br apes. Love the looks of the 26 on richs at bitchin seats but want to keep a feront fender here in new York