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« on: December 25, 2010, 10:42:55 AM » |
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I've had mine (a HD chrome one from Cobra) for the past 10 years. However, a friend just bought his "new" '98 and amoung other things a good chrome cover new or used is what he is looking for. any one know who still sells them or does anyone have a good used one and is willing to part with it??
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« Reply #1 on: December 25, 2010, 10:57:49 AM » |
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I use a stainless steel salt/pepper shaker on mine. I have some new ones at home, but will be Jan 7ty before getting home. If insterested let me know and I can send you some pictures when I get home.
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« Reply #2 on: December 25, 2010, 11:41:42 AM » |
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There are (or were) several fancy Valk-specific oil filter covers from Jardine, Cobra, Show Chrome, etc. However these old Harley rear shock top covers at $20 a pair fit the filter perfectly, and are good chrome. ('52-'86 Big Twin and Sporty shocks.) I have one been on for about 5 years, and is now beginning to get a little pitted.  http://www.jpcycles.com/product/7000095# |
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« Reply #3 on: December 25, 2010, 12:05:04 PM » |
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I followed Warlock's advice and bought a stainless salt/pepper shaker at a restaurant supply house on Government Blvd in Mobile. After the holidays, I'm going down there to get one for my 2K I/S. They were $3. If your friend wants, I'll pick one up for him.
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« Reply #4 on: December 25, 2010, 12:25:40 PM » |
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Thanks I'll forward the info and see which way he wants to go.
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« Reply #5 on: December 25, 2010, 04:19:40 PM » |
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It has a band that tightens around the rear of the cover.
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« Reply #6 on: December 26, 2010, 08:22:32 PM » |
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Marty, sent you a PM. Stan
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« Reply #7 on: December 27, 2010, 08:53:20 AM » |
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Agree with the Harley shock covers for the oil filter cover. Looks, great. Easy on/off and it has a good chrome finish. I have had lots of positive comments on it from others. Note: If you use a longer filter than the stock one, it won't cover the entire filter.
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« Reply #8 on: December 27, 2010, 12:58:50 PM » |
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I simply can't imagine why anyone would want anything other than a beer can cover? You can change color combinations, use longer than stock filters, just poke a hole, drain/drink and use some tin snips. Had a Black and Tan cover on mine for quite some time, to bad I can't find Carling Black Label - that would match the IS!
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« Reply #9 on: December 27, 2010, 01:19:05 PM » |
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I simply can't imagine why anyone wold want anything other than a beer can cover? You can change color combinations, use longer than stock filters, just poke a hole, drain/drink and use some tin snips. Had a Black and Tan cover on mine for quite some time, to bad I can't find Carling Black Label - that would match the IS!
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« Reply #10 on: December 27, 2010, 02:46:49 PM » |
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I was wondering when the beer can would come up, but I didn't have a picture. Glad to see one. This is what I would do myself, a good converstion piece.
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« Reply #11 on: December 27, 2010, 03:23:31 PM » |
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I simply can't imagine why anyone wold want anything other than a beer can cover? You can change color combinations, use longer than stock filters, just poke a hole, drain/drink and use some tin snips. Had a Black and Tan cover on mine for quite some time, to bad I can't find Carling Black Label - that would match the IS!
+1 Heck, I guess I should start making them and selling on Fleabay!! I have access to a bunch of blanks, both blue/white and red/white. Hay  Jimmyt |
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« Reply #12 on: December 27, 2010, 04:20:58 PM » |
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I was wondering when the beer can would come up, but I didn't have a picture. Glad to see one. This is what I would do myself, a good converstion piece.
I had it parked in front of work one day, when a customer that was walking by bent over and thumped the beer can. He looked at me with a big grin and said, "heck, it's still full!" ....................... Really....?... LOL. |
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« Reply #13 on: July 24, 2017, 02:17:08 PM » |
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Old thread but I am compelled to report that Coors Light (Siver Bullet) cans do not work  . Too narrow and skinny. I'm going for a Heineken can next. Same color as the Valk. |
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« Reply #14 on: July 24, 2017, 03:21:59 PM » |
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Old thread but I am compelled to report that Coors Light (Siver Bullet) cans do not work . Too narrow and skinny. I'm going for a Heineken can next. Same color as the Valk. My next Whisky can is prepped ready to update mine when it looks too ratty, I punch a hole in the bottom of the can to empty it and will fit the next one with the top forward facing with the tab still on, like I did with the air horn cover  |
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« Reply #15 on: July 24, 2017, 03:29:06 PM » |
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Old thread but I am compelled to report that Coors Light (Siver Bullet) cans do not work . Too narrow and skinny. I'm going for a Heineken can next. Same color as the Valk. My next Whisky can is prepped ready to update mine when it looks too ratty, I punch a hole in the bottom of the can to empty it and will fit the next one with the top forward facing with the tab still on, like I did with the air horn cover Nice!! |
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« Reply #16 on: July 25, 2017, 08:32:21 AM » |
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If you really want to live on the edge, go to Plains, GA (Jimmy Carter Country). You can buy empty or full cans of Billy Beer! I've seen them online also. They will sure start a conversation.  |
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« Reply #17 on: July 26, 2017, 11:58:11 AM » |
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Up round bouts my Brothers place-Northern Illinois another rider was lookin at my beer can on the oil filter. Now mind you it were July and Hot out. He said-heck of a place to carry yer beer.  And I sez-just gittin it cold nuff to drink!  And I turned around and walked away. RIDE SAFE. |
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« Reply #18 on: August 02, 2017, 04:08:36 PM » |
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However these old Harley rear shock top covers at $20 a pair fit the filter perfectly, and are good chrome. ('52-'86 Big Twin and Sporty shocks.) I have one been on for about 5 years, and is now beginning to get a little pitted. http://www.jpcycles.com/product/7000095# At the end of the day, this was my choice (Thanks Jess). Works and looks great! The beer can thing...my thoughts on this is that most beer cans these days are made of very thin walled aluminum, and that would offer little to no protection from a sharp rock being kicked up at the filter at road speed. These Harley chrome shock caps are solid pieces. |
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« Reply #20 on: August 03, 2017, 03:14:55 AM » |
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However these old Harley rear shock top covers at $20 a pair fit the filter perfectly, and are good chrome. ('52-'86 Big Twin and Sporty shocks.) I have one been on for about 5 years, and is now beginning to get a little pitted. http://www.jpcycles.com/product/7000095# At the end of the day, this was my choice (Thanks Jess). Works and looks great! The beer can thing...my thoughts on this is that most beer cans these days are made of very thin walled aluminum, and that would offer little to no protection from a sharp rock being kicked up at the filter at road speed. These Harley chrome shock caps are solid pieces. someone discovered those shock tops about 15 years ago, posted it here and I've been using them ever since. They work great and the best thing is they come in pairs |
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Harryc
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« Reply #21 on: August 03, 2017, 04:02:38 AM » |
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someone discovered those shock tops about 15 years ago, posted it here and I've been using them ever since.
They work great and the best thing is they come in pairs
That's one of the best things about this forum. Some of the guys (and gals) from 15 or 20 years ago are still around to share these tips. Great idea someone had ... |
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« Reply #22 on: August 03, 2017, 09:25:51 AM » |
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I simply can't imagine why anyone would want anything other than a beer can cover? You can change color combinations, use longer than stock filters, just poke a hole, drain/drink and use some tin snips. Had a Black and Tan cover on mine for quite some time, to bad I can't find Carling Black Label - that would match the IS!
Beer cans may look cool but I doubt they will stop a rock. My billet aluminum Cobra cover has a couple pretty good marks where something hit it. Just sain |
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