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OK.... Ive looked into it and found a place that can make them in quantity at a level of quality I would accept as "sale-able" (meaning if Im going to sell something it has to have a level of quality to it that I would expect in a product I was paying money for).
So...if I provided a kit consisting of:
* Bracket with tabs already bent.
* Three mounting holes would be to size but license plate bolt holes and stem mount holes would be pre-drilled at 1/4" and either you or I could open them up to your specs.
* All hardware (screws, nuts, washers) to mount the bracket are provided. No stems, no wiring, you re-use your OEM rubber gasket.
* Its aluminum so no paint is needed but I would spray it flat black for you if requested.
Would you pay $30 (shipping included to lower 48)?
In all honesty that covers manufacturing, hardware, shipping and a few bucks for my time.
SOLD: 07 Black BA, 39mm FCRs, TPUSA stage 1 head, TPUSA 813 cams, TPUSA 10.8:1 pistons, TTP #3 igniter, Specialty Spares Long Cannons, Tsukayu Hard Bags. 82HP/55tq
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I think that is very reasonable. I want one but will have to wait a little while till I get some work.
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Price seems reasonable but I wouldn't want one just because that isn't the style I have my bike done in.
I learned all I need to know about life by killing smart people and eating their brains.
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I looked into other materials....
Brass $75
Stainless would be about the same... $30, maybe $35.
SOLD: 07 Black BA, 39mm FCRs, TPUSA stage 1 head, TPUSA 813 cams, TPUSA 10.8:1 pistons, TTP #3 igniter, Specialty Spares Long Cannons, Tsukayu Hard Bags. 82HP/55tq
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I would definately go for stainless over aluminum any day. Just because stainless looks better and is much easier to maintain.
I learned all I need to know about life by killing smart people and eating their brains.
Eat right ,Exercise ,Stay fit, Die Anyway!
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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Either stainless or aluminum I'd take one. I'll paint it myself if I decided I want that.
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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Ya now, Z, I should probably move this into the Vendor Forum. 
Not till I actually start selling them.
I might order a single unit tomorrow to see how it looks. Maybe make an install video or document.
SOLD: 07 Black BA, 39mm FCRs, TPUSA stage 1 head, TPUSA 813 cams, TPUSA 10.8:1 pistons, TTP #3 igniter, Specialty Spares Long Cannons, Tsukayu Hard Bags. 82HP/55tq
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I'd like a black painted aluminum one Z, but wonder if it would look okay with my grifter box?
~Brent
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I'd prefer SS also - dpn't mind paying a bit more.
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Would you pay $30 (shipping included to lower 48)?
Definitely!
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Would you pay $30 (shipping included to lower 48)?
Definitely!
+1
(Prefer SS over aluminium.)
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Z, are you going to make any more of the lay flat without tabs?
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Z, are you going to make any more of the lay flat without tabs?
Id have them all made with tabs then cut them of if not needed.
I had a design all set last night and was going to submit it only to get a bunch of errors. Im trying to work through this.
SOLD: 07 Black BA, 39mm FCRs, TPUSA stage 1 head, TPUSA 813 cams, TPUSA 10.8:1 pistons, TTP #3 igniter, Specialty Spares Long Cannons, Tsukayu Hard Bags. 82HP/55tq
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I would definitely be interested in one as well.
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Would you pay $30 (shipping included to lower 48)?
Definitely!
+1
(Prefer SS over aluminium.)
What they said!
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I would take one Z,would you ship up here fer a few extra $.Can you post a couple pix when you get one on?
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I would take one Z,would you ship up here fer a few extra $.Can you post a couple pix when you get one on?
I did both mine and Karens a while ago. Here you go....
SOLD: 07 Black BA, 39mm FCRs, TPUSA stage 1 head, TPUSA 813 cams, TPUSA 10.8:1 pistons, TTP #3 igniter, Specialty Spares Long Cannons, Tsukayu Hard Bags. 82HP/55tq
NEW: 19 Goldwing Tour DCT
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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Will the tabs be centered or the ends (i.e., top or bottom)?
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Will the tabs be centered or the ends (i.e., top or bottom)?
Ive designed it and placed the initial order for tabs at bottom.
They cant be centered due to clearance.
The plate could be flipped over and drilled to mount the other way (tabs up) if needed.
SOLD: 07 Black BA, 39mm FCRs, TPUSA stage 1 head, TPUSA 813 cams, TPUSA 10.8:1 pistons, TTP #3 igniter, Specialty Spares Long Cannons, Tsukayu Hard Bags. 82HP/55tq
NEW: 19 Goldwing Tour DCT
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Oh yeah, I forgot it's not symmetrical, top-to-bottom. I prefer the bottom anyway. 
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I like what I see,I'd take one maybe two. 
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i didnt notice if any photos or videos have been posted of this yet would be inteseted in seeing one.
thanks
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Both bikes have it done. The bike on the left has the tabs to mount the indicators. The bike on the right has the indicators mounted to the fender. 
SOLD: 07 Black BA, 39mm FCRs, TPUSA stage 1 head, TPUSA 813 cams, TPUSA 10.8:1 pistons, TTP #3 igniter, Specialty Spares Long Cannons, Tsukayu Hard Bags. 82HP/55tq
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I'm in for one (SS preferred also, but black works) much better price than what's already out there.
Thanks,
Drew
2010 EFI Speedmaster,AI Removed,Polaris Belmouth,K&N,Long TORs,Rivco Risers,a clock and a Roadster screen.
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for what its worth Rustoleum Satin Black is a black to use. Its got a just a little sheen to it and looks better than flat. I paint my battery brackets with it.
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SOLD: 07 Black BA, 39mm FCRs, TPUSA stage 1 head, TPUSA 813 cams, TPUSA 10.8:1 pistons, TTP #3 igniter, Specialty Spares Long Cannons, Tsukayu Hard Bags. 82HP/55tq
NEW: 19 Goldwing Tour DCT
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