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handy gadget

Discussion in 'XJ DIY How-To Instructions' started by Polock, Jun 29, 2008.

  1. Polock

    Polock Well-Known Member

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    sometimes you need to get the front wheel off the ground, for whatever reason
    made this a while ago and forgot about it till time came for a front rim polish
    this is on a 750 maxim, other frames might work, might need to modify the mount
    put it on the center stand, measure to the floor, make it that length and use wood blocks for elevation
    could be bolted together from angle
    just bolt it on, get someone to push the back down and slide a block under it
     
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    Very cool idea. Was this just a home fabricated tool? I supported my front end with a floor jack and notched 2x4, then stabilized it with a jack stand. Looks like your tool could be used for a good long term brace for the bike if a project gets interrupted.

    I may have to get one fabbed up the next time I'm in the shop.
     
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    Polock Well-Known Member

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    yea home made (my welds look better out of focus)
    once it's bolted on it's sturdy enough to take some pretty good knocks and
    it's kind of out of everythings way there
     

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