Passenger Backrest Install
ruttrow
Posted 2008-09-20 11:00 AM (#18370)
Subject: Passenger Backrest Install


Cruiser

Posts: 106
Illinois
Good Morning,

Can you guys tell me what you have used to cut the rear panel? The directions say Dremel tool or bandsaw and I don't have either one. I do not want to screw up the filler panel and have a mess. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Mike
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devilboy
Posted 2008-09-20 5:23 PM (#18395 - in reply to #18370)
Subject: RE: Passenger Backrest Install


Cruiser

Posts: 296
Central Florida
ruttrow - 2008-09-20 11:00 AM

Good Morning,

Can you guys tell me what you have used to cut the rear panel? The directions say Dremel tool or bandsaw and I don't have either one. I do not want to screw up the filler panel and have a mess. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Mike

Dremel tool is an absolute must have for any homeowner/ wannabee mechanic.
If you aren't comfortable with a dremel($19.99 and up) ask a buddy or have dealer do it.
My first try with the cut out was off about 1/8 inch... I used the dremel
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Big Vic
Posted 2008-09-21 8:57 AM (#18439 - in reply to #18370)
Subject: Re: Passenger Backrest Install


Iron Butt

Posts: 619
Southeast Iowa
ruttrow
I did not want to take a chance with a Dremel tool.............I had bad visions of it catching and cutting more than I wanted to. I completly taped (painters tape) the painted side so it did not scratch the paint. Then I used a brad point bit (so it did not walk) to drill the corners, then I connected the dots with a band saw. It worked great and only took about 15 minutes. If you need help and don't have many options bring it over and I'll do it. I'm about 4 1/2 hours west of you in SE Iowa.
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