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Tim in TN · 05-24-2006, 08:12 AM

With all the beautiful machines here, you guys pushed me over the edge and I have decided on new exausts. I have a set of Vance & Hines Big Shots with an extra set of quiet baffles on the way. These should be here by Friday. I am told the fuel processor may not need replacing till an air intake mod has been done, so I will get them installed (me and my 20 yr old). And enjoy the new sound. I will get a processor later and a new air system. I have found a local paint shop that does bikes, and am considering getting the Marauders wheels polished. I wonder if a brite polish and clear coat would hold up as in keeping the shine. You guys have some incredible bikes and am proud to have this site as a learning source, thanks to all.

kyro2000 · 05-24-2006, 09:19 AM

Iceman99 · 05-24-2006, 02:50 PM

trying to get my 300th post

leenmachine · 05-25-2006, 09:03 AM

Rockhead · 05-25-2006, 09:31 AM

blackie1491 · 05-25-2006, 11:22 AM

Tim in TN · 05-25-2006, 01:46 PM

I`m gonna check to see if the tubes made it here yet, might be a good project for this weekend........Oh yeah actually wanted to say the actual first upgrade was a new Phillips headlamp, a blue tube H-4 bulb, no comparison. Anyone wanting a much better view at night needs one for sure. We got a new Cycle Gear store here and had my bulb on sale for $7.99. Way better than the stock lamp.

Fishpart · 05-25-2006, 03:40 PM

I still haven't made any mods, hope to add new seat soon.

05-24-2006, 08:12 AM	#1 (permalink)
Tim in TN Where Am I ? Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: 2004 Suzuki Marauder 1600 Vance & Hines Big Shots w/quiet baffles Location: Memphis, Tennessee Posts: 38	First Upgrade With all the beautiful machines here, you guys pushed me over the edge and I have decided on new exausts. I have a set of Vance & Hines Big Shots with an extra set of quiet baffles on the way. These should be here by Friday. I am told the fuel processor may not need replacing till an air intake mod has been done, so I will get them installed (me and my 20 yr old). And enjoy the new sound. I will get a processor later and a new air system. I have found a local paint shop that does bikes, and am considering getting the Marauders wheels polished. I wonder if a brite polish and clear coat would hold up as in keeping the shine. You guys have some incredible bikes and am proud to have this site as a learning source, thanks to all.

05-24-2006, 09:19 AM	#2 (permalink)
kyro2000 Third gear and cruising Joined: Apr 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 532	__________________ RIP - Arlen, Ross, and Dad. 6/22/02 --------------- --------------- Don’t tell me about disappointment! I’m a Chicago Cubs fan!

05-24-2006, 02:50 PM	#3 (permalink)
Iceman99 Wants Better Weather Joined: Oct 2005 Bike: '05' M50 Black Location: Valencia , Ca. Posts: 660	trying to get my 300th post __________________ Jardine 2:2 Taper Exhaust,C50 Air Box with K&N filter, Cobra EFI Fi2000, 32" Drag Bar, Custom Plate Mount,Custom made rear LED Blinkers, Foward control Kit, Kuryakyn pegs, grips and throttle boss, 3 inch lowering kit, Custom Pillion seat, De-badged and De-PAIRED, Pinstriped rims, Chromed drive shaft See my bike and accessories at www.CruiserCustomizing.com/iceman99

05-25-2006, 09:03 AM	#4 (permalink)
leenmachine Fender Buffer Joined: May 2005 Bike: 05 C50 Location: Woodbridge, VA Posts: 422	__________________ "Life is too short to be %%%%ty all the time!"

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Tim in TN Where Am I ? Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: 2004 Suzuki Marauder 1600 Vance & Hines Big Shots w/quiet baffles Location: Memphis, Tennessee Posts: 38	I`m gonna check to see if the tubes made it here yet, might be a good project for this weekend........Oh yeah actually wanted to say the actual first upgrade was a new Phillips headlamp, a blue tube H-4 bulb, no comparison. Anyone wanting a much better view at night needs one for sure. We got a new Cycle Gear store here and had my bulb on sale for $7.99. Way better than the stock lamp.

05-25-2006, 03:40 PM	#8 (permalink)
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