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#1 · (Edited)
After collecting a lot of stuff it was time to install some;

1. Barnett Clutch Cable.
2. Fuse Box, to clean up the wiring.
3. Heat reflector Shield under tank.
4. WoLo Air-Horn DOUBLE RELAY for double WoLo horn
5. ORANGE & BLACK heat protection for electrical cables

And still more to come ...

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Also this is the first time I used the fuel-hose clamp and must say it is very easy to use and saves skinning your finger's, I think 1 year ago VJ posted a picture of this tool, and straight I went online to buy it ...



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Also this is the first time I used the fuel-hose clamp and must say it is very easy to use and saves skinning your finger's, I think 1 year ago VJ posted a picture of this tool, and straight I went online to buy it ...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PB7UJWQ?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

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Just ordered it. It was $8 plus change with $7 plus change shipping, but I had Cash Back Bonus, $7 total out of pocket...yeah baby!

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Tool is currently unavailable. Which is great for my bank as my fingers managed to operate that clip perfectly. Although when reinstalling Romberg to use the clamp again as it doesn't just easily push on.
 
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So do you have a link or name they call the heat shield stuff? How did you get it to "mold in".
I have some odd pieces of some silver heat shield type stuff we use to use on the race cars in some areas.
 
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Hi djh3

This is the link for the stuff I bought

EPMAN SELF ADHESIVE REFLECT-A-GOLD HEAT WRAP BARRIER High Quality 39in.x 47in.Piece EP-WR19GOLD
http://s.aliexpress.com/7R7zUJNj

I cut strips of 350 mm x 50 mm and just moulded them along .. . and if any air then slice it with a knife carefully ... It goes pretty easy ....

GOOD CLEANING beforehand of course ...

The heat reflect goes by number ... So I made my choice on that ...


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Never noticed a hot pants .... But it sure would help .... I'll stick it on there too , got plenty .

Good idea BigMike

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Clothing Waist Thigh Shorts Undergarment


Like this BigMike ?? Ha ha
Couldn't help myself ....

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Quick question, whats the benefit of the heat shield on the tank?
 
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The petrol stays cooler so more safe, less smell of fuel evaporation ...

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Well dammit imma have to do the same thing as well.
 
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BP6666VR... CHIT, my filter didn't look anywhere near that dirty at 102,000. I live in the low desert and riding in triple digit heat is an everyday event in the summer. I'm trying to understand the heat concerns on the fuel?

On one occasion I installed my tank and didn't get the hose connected properly. I rode 75 miles before I realized I was going thru fuel fast and it was pouring over my engine. At speed there were no fumes to ignite so no fire developed. Luck I guess. Lifted my tank far enough to get my hand under. Snapped the hose in place and went on my way. (to the nearest gas station for fuel)
 
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I did not change my fuel filter yet,
Yes I live also in a extemly hot place, humidity is sky-high

The way I see it, warm fuel is not good ... That's why intercoolers are GOOD ...

Where I live, a small island & City & traffic jams are common .... So I put the foil, for the same reason as a intercooler ..


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Hmmmm old picture posted before by other member on this forum but still relevant ...

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#19 ·
Finished installing the Battery;

1. Cleaned / filed the terminals for good connections
2. No extra wires, only the minimum.
3. Marked the "+"

looking good I recon ?

Outstanding job on the terminals = (still have to buy a "cat-eye" washers) ....
 

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I never gave it a thought too, until I read that thread I linked above, then I just ordered and when installing other stuff like the fuse-box and clutch cable that needs tank removal ... The heat-film only took me 1 hour work ..



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#22 ·
Today finished the following ;

1. Victory light on the back tire.
2. Fork protectors installed.
3. finally CAT EYE washers on the battery terminals
4. Changed the brake-fluid.
 

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Today i installed a second brake light, that shines on the road every time i brake .... :devil


Also installed some high-beams ... for people who also have high beams coming towards me ....
 

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#24 ·
BP6666VR

would of been interesting if you would of check the temperature of the gas before and after.
I think all you did is maybe force more heat back at you.
 
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That would have been a good idea ...

I'm not quite sure what you mean VJ ?
How could the gas temperature be raised if there's heat reflection / insulation between the heat source and the gas ??

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I don't know why but that Victory light on the rear tire is bitchin. Not that the rest isn't but the light is sweet.
 
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My favourite is both
The VIC light on the tire that is always "on"

And the skeleton connected to my brake light, pretty scary ... Considering here the people are very superstitious about "gosts" so we see what happens at traffic lights ...

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BP666666.. The bike is pretty. daily rider?

For the life of me I can't grasp the benefit to this heat deflector on the fuel tank or the fuel line. Do you expect to get better mileage? What is the actual benefit?

Don't misunderstand. I'm not saying there isn't any benefit, just need to understand what it is.
 
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I use the bike 3 times a week, just riding along,

read this thread to answer your question

READ THIS ..... http://www.victoryforums.com/showthread.php?t=154201

I'm not sure what to expect, better mileage would NOT be on my list ... but less heat in your fuel is always better ... And safer ...

Even guys on this forum made "tank lifts" for airflow . etc

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#32 ·
I understand that some install the tank lift for more air flow to the throttle bodies and many do it for the look which is just personal taste. As far as heat is concerned. Not so sure it matters as far as safety. I've got 105,000 now much of it in triple digit heat. I've done the same on multiple bikes over the years. I have never heard of a tank exploding due to over heated fuel from the engine.

It damn sure wont make a difference on the fuel filter. I had 102,000 when I changed mine and it didn't look anywhere near as bad as the one in that link. I would guess that may have more to do with quality of fuel possibly but I don't buy that its due to heat.

Installing the heat barrier I don't imagine will do any damage but I can't help but think about all it did was give you peace of mind (never a bad thing) something to do, (also not a bad thing) and a lighter wallet. (a bad thing??)



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