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Re: New PCX today!

Posted: Sun Jul 12, 2015 11:55 am
by Jge64
I can vouch for this plate frame, good hi quality powdercoat....paint bolts black:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00R4J ... ge_o04_s00

Re: New PCX today!

Posted: Sun Jul 12, 2015 1:22 pm
by you you
WhiteNoise wrote:Jge, I can't pull that up on my iPad. Is there another way? I hope to print it as well.
Be back later. Family calls. Happy Sunday to ya!

Works on my iPad

Re: New PCX today!

Posted: Mon Jul 13, 2015 11:33 am
by WhiteNoise
Hmm, I'll give it a go again. Be back. Thanx

Re: New PCX today!

Posted: Mon Jul 13, 2015 1:07 pm
by Jge64
So now it's time to do the graphics… I'm not really sold on this package, but it is typical H2C high-quality and came packed perfectly from bikerzbits, I worry about decals that are shipped in the mail.

The great thing about decals is they come off as fast as they go on ....LOL......until I find a design that knocks me over, I'll probably run around with these for now. Stay tuned.

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Re: New PCX today!

Posted: Mon Jul 13, 2015 2:32 pm
by Jge64
Wow these are the easiest decals that I've ever mounted. They lay completely flat using the liquid technique For decals ,and they also have a gloss over them so that it looks like you clearcoated them. … Very surprised, nice mod, well see if i keep it....
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Re: New PCX today!

Posted: Mon Jul 13, 2015 3:46 pm
by Jge64
Mods as of 7/13

Bikerzbits Type 7 Seat
Dr Pulley 13g Sliders
YSS Z-type XL shocks
Malossi Exhaust
Paint sealed:Blackfire Crystal Seal
Shield coated:CQuartzUK
Wheels and undercarriage coated: CarPro Hydro2
H2C filler door
H2C handlebar clamp
H2C brake & end caps
Modified H2C floor panels
H2C Dipstick
H2C Decal set
Mirror extenders

Just a thanks to scooterpartsco and bikerzbits, all shipments on time and intact, no quality problems on any item I ordered. Mods done for now….
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Re: New PCX today!

Posted: Sat Jul 18, 2015 10:16 am
by Jge64
Just finishing up the helm "bling":
H2C bar ends, center clamp & brake reservoir cap- all silver
eBay: sponge grips & mirror extenders
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GIVI

Posted: Sun Jul 19, 2015 2:33 pm
by Jge64
beautiful day, rode all morning and just mounted the GIVI D1136ST from Revzilla. A few notes:
1. Be very careful with the black coating inside - it will scratch just looking at it. If it gets bad, I’ll flat black it later.
2. Mounting is simple, no surprises, pull grill forward, pop off 10mm’s for the shield and reverse procedure - Again, don't go crazy torquing the windshield down, it’s acrylic. I'll use PLEXUS to clean, great stuff.
3. Mounted it as I wanted less air on my chest and the height is perfect, still see over it perfectly. (I’m 6 foot) You could even flat back the whole thing and have good visibility.
4. Quieted my helmet noise down considerably
5. It balances the front end to back end “look", again just my opin.

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Enjoy

Re: New PCX today!

Posted: Sun Jul 19, 2015 6:27 pm
by Valiant
I''m quite surprised you replaced the windshield given the effort you went through to coat it. Will you be coating the new shield too, or would that make it a little too reflective?

Re: New PCX today!

Posted: Sun Jul 19, 2015 6:31 pm
by Jge64
Thx!

Coating is simple to do, i coat a lot of items, lowers are coated here as well. But this shield, for clarity, will get just polymer seal. Cquartz warns against application for things you look thru. I see myself switching shields for seasons its so easy.

Re: New PCX today!

Posted: Sun Jul 19, 2015 6:35 pm
by Valiant
Hmm, so probably no go for coating mirrors with that stuff? I'd imagine it would make it easier to clean.

Contrary to the claims, Plexus doesn't seem to repel much of anything including hard water stains.

Re: New PCX today!

Posted: Sun Jul 19, 2015 6:40 pm
by Jge64
Valiant wrote:Hmm, so probably no go for coating mirrors with that stuff? I'd imagine it would make it easier to clean.

Contrary to the claims, Plexus doesn't seem to repel much of anything including hard water stains.
The backs of the mirrors sure, just not the glass. Xpel film on the mirror backs if youre in it for the long haul.

I used plexus on my boat for a couple years I really like it, but you're right it, doesn't seem to keep off dirt and water spots just protects it long-term. I'll let you know how the polymer sealant works.

Vololights

Posted: Wed Jul 22, 2015 11:03 am
by Jge64
Here's a product that just cleared Kickstarter and works well.not much to write, this guy said it all

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nTvhUWkd_ig

Calibration is easy and note it needs a switched power source. I mounted straight to the batt with a DRL module that supplies power only when running. No OEM wires were disturbed or splices, the way I like it.Completely reversible.

Re: My build/mods thread: '15 PCX

Posted: Fri Jul 24, 2015 11:23 pm
by outlander
Did the sliders negatively effect your mpg?

Re: My build/mods thread: '15 PCX

Posted: Fri Jul 24, 2015 11:27 pm
by Jge64
Honestly, dont know or track that kinda thing.

Alarm

Posted: Fri Jul 24, 2015 11:28 pm
by Jge64
http://www.ebay.com/itm/150889937122?_t ... EBIDX%3AIT

Just got this mounted today. I put it under the seat for now to evaluate the product , and wired it to the 12 V distribution block I also put underneath the seat.
It's all self-contained and with four levels of sensitivity and you can set it so that anything sets off the alarm, or less sensitivity to where it will only sound when it comes off the center stand. Simple on/off remote, parasitic draw when armed is very low. Straightforward install, I'll report back

Re: My build/mods thread: '15 PCX

Posted: Sat Jul 25, 2015 8:00 am
by Dave Bo
Awesome Thread! I enjoyed every segment of it... You should also consider ordering a new air filter from DNA ( part number is P-H1SC13-01 ). I just installed mine this week and noticed a slight improvement in acceleration right away... I still have my stock exhaust though. I would bet that with your Malossi exhaust, the results would even be better!

Re: My build/mods thread: '15 PCX

Posted: Sat Jul 25, 2015 9:16 am
by j.d.b.
Wow, very nice!
Does that exhaust have a catalyst brick inside or does the bike now emit "aromatically"?

Re: My build/mods thread: '15 PCX

Posted: Sat Jul 25, 2015 10:04 am
by Jge64
j.d.b. wrote:Wow, very nice!
Does that exhaust have a catalyst brick inside or does the bike now emit "aromatically"?
Could not begin to tell you, but no smell I can tell...

Re: My build/mods thread: '15 PCX

Posted: Sun Jul 26, 2015 11:28 am
by Simon0867
Very smart indeed, might pinch a few of those ideas myself.