Tour pack luggage rack
#12
RE: Tour pack luggage rack
The only thing to add was after putting down the blue tape, I used a ***** punch and a light tap of a hammer to make starter divots so the drill wouldn't bit wouldn't "walk". I started with a pilot hole and worked my way up to the hole size.
I felt your anxiety but it and the pak mounted spoiler/brake light installation went fine.
I felt your anxiety but it and the pak mounted spoiler/brake light installation went fine.
#14
RE: Tour pack luggage rack
ORIGINAL: jkcone
I have an 07 Ultra Classic and I want to install the deluxe luggage rack onmy tour pack, but I am concerned as to what type of drill bit to use. Does anyone have a suggestion on a specific type of bit to use??
I have an 07 Ultra Classic and I want to install the deluxe luggage rack onmy tour pack, but I am concerned as to what type of drill bit to use. Does anyone have a suggestion on a specific type of bit to use??
#16
RE: Tour pack luggage rack
Great advice here... My $.02 includes the "upgrade" of larger washers to be between the feet of the rack and the top of your tour pack. I bought some "star" chrome washers which help to spread the weight out over a broader area than just the small washers that come with the rack. And it looks good, too. With any weight on there, and a good hard shot on the road, your tour pack lid could develop a crack. Just wanting to prevent something rather than create a problem down the road...
#17
RE: Tour pack luggage rack
ORIGINAL: Woodchuck
The only thing to add was after putting down the blue tape, I used a ***** punch and a light tap of a hammer to make starter divots so the drill wouldn't bit wouldn't "walk". I started with a pilot hole and worked my way up to the hole size.
The only thing to add was after putting down the blue tape, I used a ***** punch and a light tap of a hammer to make starter divots so the drill wouldn't bit wouldn't "walk". I started with a pilot hole and worked my way up to the hole size.
#18
RE: Tour pack luggage rack
Just did my new Ultra.
Masking tape not so much for splintering, as for moving the rack around without scratching the finish. I did not use the template, I chose to position it and eyeball every angle. Took awhile, but I know it is right. I also used a punch to put a small indent in the middle of each ring to help the bit to bite without wandering.
Also, if you have a lid organizer, forget the adhesive (it always peels off anyway) and drill through the organizer backing and let the four rack bolts hold it. I used large washers and they are invisible inside the pockets. Holds like a charm.
Masking tape not so much for splintering, as for moving the rack around without scratching the finish. I did not use the template, I chose to position it and eyeball every angle. Took awhile, but I know it is right. I also used a punch to put a small indent in the middle of each ring to help the bit to bite without wandering.
Also, if you have a lid organizer, forget the adhesive (it always peels off anyway) and drill through the organizer backing and let the four rack bolts hold it. I used large washers and they are invisible inside the pockets. Holds like a charm.
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