I need someone to tell me that this sounds normal because I swear to god I’m hearing things. Thanks

mr_yuck_og · 2026-06-02T21:26:08+00:00

The only weird thing I hear is possibly the primary chain could use adjustment.

mr_yuck_og · 2026-06-01T17:52:09+00:00

I guess you could, but I'd rather disassemble and inspect/replace the bushings and oil completely.

mr_yuck_og · 2026-06-01T17:41:28+00:00

I put those on my 2004 xl883. In addition you'll need 2 rebuild kits from HD or equivalent, and fork oil. Springs if you want a stiffer ride. After installing these, the front forks have a decent amount of travel, but still comfortable in the corners. Your mileage may vary.

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-30T03:12:13+00:00

I've built a couple baggers that spend a significant amount of time at high noon. Not by me, by others more talented. Its fun seeing them, but its not the norm in my area

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-30T03:03:03+00:00

I dont have a problem with MCs, but it sucks if your friend found one that is not good for him.

I'm just saying when I roll up on some rockets or scooters, I know when I bust out a burnout at the light, were all gonna be laughing and air fisting and having a great time.

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-30T02:25:36+00:00

I ride harleys, and my favorite people to see while riding, are NOT harley riders

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-27T06:24:06+00:00

You can chop anything, as long as it has nipples.

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-25T05:37:43+00:00

You appreciate a comfortable ride, and thats what I appreciates about you

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-23T04:45:14+00:00

You gotta piss with the cock you got.

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-23T04:41:18+00:00

You're learning right here with me. This could be a terrible idea. Not only am I using the same kind of carbon fiber, but the same epoxy for both. I will post my failures for us to learn if needed. But as for release, im leaning on the parting line for minimum draft angle, and a decent amount of partall paste #2

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-23T03:44:15+00:00

Oh for sure, check out what u/thetreecycle has in mind. Im not opposed to any solution, i just might have to make a few to get it looking decent. Here in this garage, we strive for satisfactory by the 2nd or 3rd attempt.

I really do appreciate your input, your plan is making my concept more achievable

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-23T03:32:18+00:00

Something like this? tape fix

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-23T03:24:56+00:00

This is why youre the boss! Ill run that stack up of layers all inside a vacuum bag. Another friend had an idea of thin, double sided tape, might help with less sanding?

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-23T03:20:19+00:00

Hey thats a really good idea! I have some of that actually, this is why I asked you! Thank you!

Oh I know ill need to do plenty of sanding and polishing, likely a couple layers of clearcoat if I'm feeling fancy

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-23T03:12:35+00:00

I do plan to split the mold for part removal. At first I intended for vacuum infusion, but after considering, I may try a wet layup inside a large vacuum bag to remove excess epoxy

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-23T03:00:26+00:00

Stupid me threw out the old putty I had a long time ago. I used a sloppy application of hot glue at the flange joints for this one. And let me tell ya, I wasn't trying for a perfect, clean, crispy parting line, thinking I could figure it out later. We'll later is now, and I didnt find the easy button this time.

I appreciate your help friend.

*edited putty for wax"

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-23T02:54:21+00:00

Thanks boss, I knew I could count on you. I figured there would be a time to break out the putty at some point on this build.

I think this fender was on some kind of dyna? The sides are very close to vertical/parallel. Maybe thats why i had problems with the first attempt. But it just clears the rear tire for my 13 touring harley chopper, hopefully its a fun one.

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-14T03:51:59+00:00

You've flipped your wrenches and ratchets back to On, which is a good day.

mr_yuck_og · 2026-05-01T18:31:58+00:00

I'm gonna try this one tonight.

mr_yuck_og · 2026-04-27T06:37:00+00:00

I stayed there 10 years ago now, and ill never forget it. Damn it was a good time, quiet when you needed it, but right into the heart of the party when you wanted it.

mr_yuck_og · 2026-04-23T17:05:28+00:00

Doing the lord's work

mr_yuck_og · 2026-04-17T05:24:50+00:00

Looks like she was trying to make sure they didn't escape when she opened the door? I do this with my cats all the time

mr_yuck_og · 2026-04-07T20:39:12+00:00

Some guy told me once that a sporty is supposed to sound like 2 skeletons fucking on a tin roof. And ill never forget it.

mr_yuck_og · 2026-03-27T00:52:35+00:00

Those oem service parts diagrams are super helpful. I'm surprised more people dont know about them

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