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Chrisj CMA
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« on: July 29, 2016, 05:44:09 AM »

Worse than that he made me into a liar, I had said I was done (guess it truly never ends) My wifes son saw the new chrome on the radiator (Cobra side covers and 9 bar grill) He said the fateful words....."now you need to cover that ugly hose".

I would have never thought about it, but after he said that I had to agree.  That was an ugly hose.  So I found these parts on Amazon.  SS hose sleeve and chrome clamp/cover.

That's a Purdy radiator (if there is such a thing)





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Jess from VA
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« Reply #1 on: July 29, 2016, 06:06:36 AM »

Looks great.   cooldude

I have the interstate slinkies on mine (better than bare hose, not as nice as braided stainless).

I bought the Show Chrome cover years ago, but after reading so many write-ups on it leaking at the clamps, I sold it new in package.

That one does not look like the Show Chrome model.  (reversed picture)
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« Reply #2 on: July 29, 2016, 06:21:13 AM »

Looks very nice  cooldude I was going to say something about your hose a while back.  2funny But I figured discretion was the better part of valor.  Wink
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Bighead
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« Reply #3 on: July 29, 2016, 06:26:49 AM »

Looks very nice  cooldude I was going to say something about your hose a while back.  2funny But I figured discretion was the better part of valor.  Wink
It ain't right to speak of another man's Hose Shocked 2funny 2funny 2funny
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« Reply #4 on: July 29, 2016, 08:49:11 AM »

Looks good.  Now you just need SS brake lines.
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« Reply #5 on: July 29, 2016, 03:07:38 PM »

Looks very nice  cooldude I was going to say something about your hose a while back.  2funny But I figured discretion was the better part of valor.  Wink


Good Call!
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CajunRider
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« Reply #6 on: July 29, 2016, 03:46:23 PM »

Those d*#m kids... always costing you money.   Cheesy   

Looks good though!!!!  cooldude
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DavRed
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« Reply #7 on: July 29, 2016, 06:06:14 PM »

So I found these parts on Amazon.  SS hose sleeve and chrome clamp/cover.



So where is the Amazon link to such items?
I might just be able to find an extra $35
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Chrisj CMA
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« Reply #8 on: July 29, 2016, 07:00:46 PM »

So I found these parts on Amazon.  SS hose sleeve and chrome clamp/cover.



So where is the Amazon link to such items?
I might just be able to find an extra $35

Try this
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00062ZQZ6/ref=mp_s_a_1_6/156-2961834-2332568?ie=UTF8&qid=1469844554&sr=1-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=braided+hose+sleeve&dpPl=1&dpID=41-b5ZMYV8L&ref=plSrch&dpPl=1&dpID=41-b5ZMYV8L&ref=plSrch

Make sure you get the 1.5" clamp cover


If you buy...pm me for some install tips
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Roidfingers
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« Reply #9 on: July 30, 2016, 06:32:14 AM »

Will you need two clamp covers or is the top one hidden under side cover? Also go ahead and message me your install tips please. Oh and thanks for your help with my rear end and tire change. All done. and wheel polished too.

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Chrisj CMA
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« Reply #10 on: July 30, 2016, 07:09:17 AM »

Will you need two clamp covers or is the top one hidden under side cover? Also go ahead and message me your install tips please. Oh and thanks for your help with my rear end and tire change. All done. and wheel polished too.




Beautiful bike!

You're welcome about the rear end service, that's a pet peeve of mine.

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Rams
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« Reply #11 on: July 30, 2016, 09:55:09 AM »




Being honest, I'm not into loud pipes.   Having said that, that's one bad ass'd look'n bike you've got there.   cooldude
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« Reply #12 on: July 30, 2016, 10:05:22 AM »

Thank you ChrisJ and Rams. Actually I think my cobras with out baffles are louder.  2funny
With this set up. I'm still running to rich so I opened up the mixture screws from 2 1/4 to 2 3/4. But still popping on decal and when I start it up I get a lot of fuel smoke out of tailpipe. But then goes away at idle. Any thoughts on how to fix other then change exhaust. HaHA

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Rams
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So many colors to choose from yet so few stand out

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« Reply #13 on: July 30, 2016, 10:09:47 AM »

Thank you ChrisJ and Rams. Actually I think my cobras with out baffles are louder.  2funny
With this set up. I'm still running to rich so I opened up the mixture screws from 2 1/4 to 2 3/4. But still popping on decal and when I start it up I get a lot of fuel smoke out of tailpipe. But then goes away at idle. Any thoughts on how to fix other then change exhaust. HaHA

Did you use new header gaskets when you put that monster exhaust on?   I've been told that's the best way to ensure you don't get that popping sound.   
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Roidfingers
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« Reply #14 on: July 30, 2016, 10:13:27 AM »

Yes new copper rings and have reseated them several times. All snug now.
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