Loose Tour-Pak Hinge

[MegaGlide]

What's the best way to tighten these? Noticed when I was waxing it that there is a little side-to-side movement where it is rivetted to the tour-pak and want to take care of it before I get any cracks. Dealer/indy to replace the rivets, or screws myself?

[LittleBear]

Well, I would use screws with acorn nuts and blue locktit to fix it. If the rivets came loose once, they probably will again.
With the Decker on top of you rack, you need them as tight as possible. I would avoid opening the Tourpak with your Decker on the rack to prevent ripping one of the hinges off. Definitely a weak point in the design.

[8-Ball]

Add aluminum strap reinforcement or you are whistling dixie...

[LittleBear]

Add aluminum strap reinforcement or you are whistling dixie...
Last time I checked 8-Ball, you did not have a tourpak, only a little red bag. Does the aluminum reinforcement help Mary or the red bag?
But, reinforcing the the side the tour pack would be a good idea.

[GrayRider]

What's the best way to tighten these? Noticed when I was waxing it that there is a little side-to-side movement where it is rivetted to the tour-pak and want to take care of it before I get any cracks. Dealer/indy to replace the rivets, or screws myself?

I'm gonna let you slide on this one.

[8-Ball]

Last time I checked 8-Ball, you did not have a tourpak, only a little red bag. Does the aluminum reinforcement help Mary or the red bag?
But, reinforcing the the side the tour pack would be a good idea.

This is the reason I don't have one... they are all pieces of shlt that crack and fall apart... designed for people who may ride 1,000 miles a year... The red bag will outlast any HD tourpak... trust me...

Of course, this doesn't mean I don't have compassion for those in need...

[pairofnines]

Last time I checked 8-Ball, you did not have a tourpak, only a little red bag. Does the aluminum reinforcement help Mary or the red bag?
But, reinforcing the the side the tour pack would be a good idea.

I have never had the pleasure of meeting Mary----I have however seen pictures. Based on my observations and the fact she has been to Texas I have concluded she is a fine lady of the highest standards and will take great exception with your comments with regard to reinforcements being required as a result of her.:badmood: :Poke:

Mary: I would like to apologize for the disrespect certain members of this forum have shown you and their total disregard for your feelings.:bowdown:


Now feel free to continue busting huveos ocho's baalz.:roflback:

[MegaGlide]

So, real bikers have red bags then?
I'm off to J.C Penney. Maybe I'll run into Dean.

[LittleBear]

So, real bikers have red bags then?
I'm off to J.C Penney. Maybe I'll run into Dean.

Here is a real red bag, not that sissy thing 8-Ball carries around.
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o198/LittleBigBear/ArkansasVacation1005016.jpg
And yes it will probably outlast the tourpak on my EG.

[pairofnines]

Here is a real red bag, not that sissy thing 8-Ball carries around.
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o198/LittleBigBear/ArkansasVacation1005016.jpg


Now That is a Red Bag!

Complete with beer cooler on top.

[LittleBear]

I have never had the pleasure of meeting Mary----I have however seen pictures. Based on my observations and the fact she has been to Texas I have concluded she is a fine lady of the highest standards and will take great exception with your comments with regard to reinforcements being required as a result of her.:badmood: :Poke:

Mary: I would like to apologize for the disrespect certain members of this forum have shown you and their total disregard for your feelings.:bowdown:


Now feel free to continue busting huveos ocho's baalz.:roflback:

:gAZINTAsSuck: :moon: :mad0248: :banmeplease:

[LittleBear]

Now That is a Red Bag!

Complete with beer cooler on top.
Okay, I take it back, you have some taste.
And yes that is a beer cooler, inside that bag on top.

[pairofnines]

:gAZINTAsSuck: :moon: :mad0248: :banmeplease:

Thank you Sir>

I try to be of service and please.:roflback: :roflback: :roflback:

[MegaGlide]

Here is a real red bag, not that sissy thing 8-Ball carries around.
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o198/LittleBigBear/ArkansasVacation1005016.jpg
And yes it will probably outlast the tourpak on my EG.
Yours does seem to have more, uh, girth to it than Mike's.
My wife tells me that girth is good.

[pairofnines]

Yours does seem to have more, uh, girth to it than Mike's.
My wife tells me that girth is good.

Just goes to show you that everything is bigger in Texas.

[dwarthog]

Here is a real red bag, not that sissy thing 8-Ball carries around.
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o198/LittleBigBear/ArkansasVacation1005016.jpg
And yes it will probably outlast the tourpak on my EG.

Now that is a MAN sized RED bag. Not like that wimpy little magenta colored thing 8 has.....:Poke:

[8-Ball]

Bear... nice red bag... it may be bigger, but mine comes with Mary... just sayin'...

Don... kiss my ass.... :roflback:

[Stone Cold]

This is the reason I don't have one... they are all pieces of shlt that crack and fall apart... designed for people who may ride 1,000 miles a year... The red bag will outlast any HD tourpak... trust me...

Of course, this doesn't mean I don't have compassion for those in need...

Mine won't crack.


Just sayin'...

[dwarthog]

Bear... nice red bag... it may be bigger, but mine comes with Mary... just sayin'...

Don... kiss my ass.... :roflback:

Well, kinda touchy about that bag I see.... :bum:

[route66paul]

A friend of mine has a new aftermarket tourpack that he got off of ebay for a little over $100. It seems to be stronger than the Harley version. and a whole lot cheaper!

[8-Ball]

delusional sum bitcches... just sayin'...

[Deejay]

A friend of mine has a new aftermarket tourpack that he got off of ebay for a little over $100. It seems to be stronger than the Harley version. and a whole lot cheaper!

It is stronger.... I have one. Unfortunately, the locking mechanism rusts
after 2 years to where turning with a key gets nearly impossible.

[harleyjsb]

So, real bikers have red bags then?
I'm off to J.C Penney. Maybe I'll run into Dean.

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[LittleBear]

Bear... nice red bag... it may be bigger, but mine comes with Mary... just sayin'...

Don... kiss my ass.... :roflback:
Mine comes with Mary too, since that just happens to be my wife's name also.
And Mary does love the BIG red bag.




Jus sayin'

[MegaGlide]

False alarm.
It was the heads on the hinge pin tapping, not the rivets.
All is well.
Thanks, though.

[harleyjsb]

You Doof.....................

[MegaGlide]

You Doof.....................
Pretty well sums it up.

[harleyjsb]

Pretty sell sums it up.

:roflback: :roflback: :roflback: :roflback:

[Bofinn]

I just had to blue loctite the lock on my 2006 tourpak lock this weekend...

[16X9 Shooter]

Dave,

If you are concerned with hinges on tour pak - this may help.

Not cheap though.

http://www.eglidegoodies.com/id40.html


New Ultra Brace replaces stock cable and is much easier to use
Allows you to open and close the lid with one hand, adds stability and allows for a narrower parking profile
Rattle proof design in bright nickel finish
The Ultra Brace is easy to install and includes all hardware
Fits all regular and chopped Tour-Paks '79 - '07
Read More About Ultra Brace


Part Number Finish Price
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TB-1B bright nickel plated w/zinc mounting hardware $69.99


TB-2 bright nickel plated w/stainless steel mounting hardware $74.99







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[8-Ball]

Mine comes with Mary too, since that just happens to be my wife's name also.
And Mary does love the BIG red bag.




Jus sayin'

braggart...

[Berserker]

Dave,

If you are concerned with hinges on tour pak - this may help.

Not cheap though.

http://www.eglidegoodies.com/id40.html


New Ultra Brace replaces stock cable and is much easier to use
Allows you to open and close the lid with one hand, adds stability and allows for a narrower parking profile
Rattle proof design in bright nickel finish
The Ultra Brace is easy to install and includes all hardware
Fits all regular and chopped Tour-Paks '79 - '07
Read More About Ultra Brace


Part Number Finish Price
plus S&H
TB-1B bright nickel plated w/zinc mounting hardware $69.99


TB-2 bright nickel plated w/stainless steel mounting hardware $74.99







TB-1B: This kit comes complete with a bright nickel plated Ultra Brace and zinc mounting hardware.


All that is a brace, replacing the cable? I don't think that will accomplish much. I like the idea of peice of aluminum bracing between the hinges.

One thing that may help, is I am very strict about not opening while bike is running. These things shake, ya know.

[Rock]

I have observed and thought about the comments of the EG tourpak. And most of them :BSflag: Tourpak don't crack unless you're throwing it open so the cable catches it. Or putting some overweight girl on the luggage rack. All is good. As for the Road King red bags....:roflback: