Chrome Fender Racks

[blueystar]

sounds like the eagle has landed will go to pick up point tomorrow and check

 

[meredog]

that was pretty fast !

 

[blueystar]

i now have the racks in my grubby little hands now to get the guts to drill 8 holes in the trike any advice i should know about be for i start

 

[rmrc51]

Don't drill all 4 holes at the same time! (I believe this was mentioned earlier in this thread). Do one side first, place the bolts through (no need to tighten yet) and then mark the other side. Make sure the rack is level and also take into account the rubber bushings that goes between the rack and trike body regarding placement and leveling. Make sure you use a nice sharp bit. Start with a small hole and then enlarge. I'd place some masking tape or something similar on the fenders in the area to be drilled to aide in not letting the drill bit 'walk' when you try and start the hole. I'd also use some Loctite on the nuts. ThumbUp

I'll be installing mine tomorrow as well.

 

[meredog]

Don't drill all 4 holes at the same time! (I believe this was mentioned earlier in this thread). Do one side first, place the bolts through (no need to tighten yet) and then mark the other side. Make sure the rack is level and also take into account the rubber bushings that goes between the rack and trike body regarding placement and leveling. Make sure you use a nice sharp bit. Start with a small hole and then enlarge. I'd place some masking tape or something similar on the fenders in the area to be drilled to aide in not letting the drill bit 'walk' when you try and start the hole. I'd also use some Loctite on the nuts. ThumbUp

I'll be installing mine tomorrow as well.

I know about that "anxious"--took me a couple days to work up to putting a drill on my fenders.
I found that the best way to do it is to drill the two holes on one end --put the bolts in those holes to hold in place then mark and drill the other end.
I used a prick punch to mark the spots and hold the drill in place so as not to "slide" off the hole
Mine also had one leg shorter than the other but was fine with the grommets. I also added some lock tight to the threads.
i put grommets inside and out. Post some pics when your done.
We went on a Romeo ride to Brownsville tx today and got lots of compliments

Romeo= Retired old men eating out

 

[meredog]

don t forget the pics

 

[blueystar]

i think i will remove the rear wheels be for i pick up the drill

 

[TNTriker]

i now have the racks in my grubby little hands now to get the guts to drill 8 holes in the trike any advice i should know about be for i start

:AGGHH:

 

[meredog]

i think i will remove the rear wheels be for i pick up the drill

??? Hpw longs it been since you chamged the air in em ?

 

[meredog]

i think i will remove the rear wheels be for i pick up the drill

Ahhh why not live dangerous---just have some "tire plugs" in hand just in case :AGGHH:

 

[blueystar]

decided not to pick the drill up and went for a ride instead may be next weekend

 

[meredog]

decided not to pick the drill up and went for a ride instead may be next weekend

Why do today what you can put off till tommorrow syndrome ? :Shrug:

 

[rmrc51]

Meredog,

I finally have the time to install the chrome racks. I have one on already, but not tightened down. I do have a question for you.

The bolts you sent with the racks have 2 thick rubber washers and 2 metal washers. If I use all of them, I barely have enough thread left to screw on the acorn nut. If I remove one of the metal washers, it will work. I was considering removing the metal washer which is on the bottom of the bolt under the wheel well. That one separates the rubber washer from the bolt head. I didn't think removing the washer between the rack feet and the acorn nut would be wise, or would it. Your opinion??

 

[meredog]

Meredog,

I finally have the time to install the chrome racks. I have one on already, but not tightened down. I do have a question for you.

The bolts you sent with the racks have 2 thick rubber washers and 2 metal washers. If I use all of them, I barely have enough thread left to screw on the acorn nut. If I remove one of the metal washers, it will work. I was considering removing the metal washer which is on the bottom of the bolt under the wheel well. That one separates the rubber washer from the bolt head. I didn't think removing the washer between the rack feet and the acorn nut would be wise, or would it. Your opinion??

i would pick up some longer bolts---use rubber and metal under the fender and rubber on top between fender and rack

 

[rmrc51]

i would pick up some longer bolts---use rubber and metal under the fender and rubber on top between fender and rack

Will do! ThumbUp

 

[meredog]

Will do! ThumbUp

get-er-done ?

 

[rmrc51]

get-er-done ?

Lol,,,. I just came back from getting the longer bolts. (I'm at work today). I'll finish up tomorrow and post pictures. ThumbUp

 

[meredog]

 

[rmrc51]

Well, I finally got both of the fender racks installed. Now mind you, all I did this weekend was finish installing these racks and I put a new bar-b-que together. I feel like someone beat me up with a lead pipe! I'm so damn sore I can barely straighten up. Needless to say that's why these 2 photos were taken in the garage instead of outside. I had all intentions of taking her for a ride especially with this beautiful weather. In any event, here's the photos;

 

[meredog]

looking good---hoping for some better photos after the body quits hurting ( know the feeling well !!)
Like to post on my webpage at
Motorcycle Trike Pet Carrier

 

[rmrc51]

Meredog,

I was thinking of adding one of these small flag poles to each fender rack. What's your opinion?

Rumbling Pride - Bar Mounting System

 

[meredog]

Meredog,

I was thinking of adding one of these small flag poles to each fender rack. What's your opinion?

Rumbling Pride - Bar Mounting System

look pretty good and according to their description should be an easy install---my issue would be my inability to strap my guitar down to the rack

 

[blueystar]

and i am slack still have not drilled 8 holes

 

[meredog]

and i am slack still have not drilled 8 holes

What !!!! At this rate i could'a shipped them pony express :Shrug::laugh::laugh:

 

[blueystar]

brought a new drill bit today

 

[rmrc51]

brought a new drill bit today

Make sure you start with a small brill bit. (Lets say, 1/8") Camphor the hole making the size of the camphor a slight bit larger then the desired diameter of the hole. That will ensure you won't crack or chip the finish in the fiberglass. Then begin to increase the size of your drill bits until you reach the desired diameter. Do NOT apply pressure when drilling. Just use the weight of the drill and drill 'slowly'. It might take awhile, but you'll have perfect holes with no cracks or chips in the surrounding fiberglass finish. ThumbUp

 

[blueystar]

copy that

 

[Gorilla]

Masking tape on top of the area where you are going to drill helps also to prevent chipping

 

[rmrc51]

Finally, here's a few shots of the Trike with the Fender Racks outside.

 

[meredog]

looks great-----i really enjoy the carrying space it gives me.