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Title: fuel tank removal
Post by: valentino on June 24, 2010, 11:43:49 AM
Hi all I just recieved my J&M speakers and amp. How do I remove the fuel tank on my cvo streetglide.thanks.   I also noticed the magnets on the J&M speakers are small, i concerned if it can handle the amp.   thanks
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: redbeard719 on June 24, 2010, 11:48:42 AM
Your best bet for removing the tank is a second set of hands.  When I did mine, I unbolted the two from bolts under the rubber covers (torx heads I believe) and the two bolts at the back of the tank under the seat.  From there, you just lift straight up.  It will lift with ease.  This is where you have someone hold the tank up while the power cables are ran.  That part won't take long. 

As for the speakers, I too had that same concern.  I promise you won't feel that way after you hear them.  The seriously are the best sounding speaker/amp setup you can invest into.
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: valentino on June 24, 2010, 11:50:49 AM
Your best bet for removing the tank is a second set of hands.  When I did mine, I unbolted the two from bolts under the rubber covers (torx heads I believe) and the two bolts at the back of the tank under the seat.  From there, you just lift straight up.  It will lift with ease.  This is where you have someone hold the tank up while the power cables are ran.  That part won't take long. 

As for the speakers, I too had that same concern.  I promise you won't feel that way after you hear them.  The seriously are the best sounding speaker/amp setup you can invest into.
Thankyou sir,im going to give it a try.
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: redbeard719 on June 24, 2010, 12:10:38 PM
No worries!

Don't let it intimidate you.  The install is really easy, and tank removal on the touring models is cake.  The wiring harness from J&M makes it even easier.

Good luck!
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: greglyon on June 24, 2010, 12:57:52 PM
You must also disconnect the fuel line.  It's easy in that they use a quick disconnect fitting like an air tool.  It's a little easier on the holder if you plan on doing the project before  refilling the tank.  The other two lines on the tank will not prevent you from lifting it out of the way while routing the power line to the battery and the ground.
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: Maladjusted on June 24, 2010, 01:59:38 PM
Hi all I just recieved my J&M speakers and amp. How do I remove the fuel tank on my cvo streetglide.thanks.   I also noticed the magnets on the J&M speakers are small, i concerned if it can handle the amp.   thanks

Hey V... I am doing the same install this weekend and will likely have questions.  Write it up if you can... I still don't have my service manual yet and will likely struggle trying to figure out how to remove the outer fairing!!

Thanks,
Mal
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: valentino on June 24, 2010, 02:02:36 PM
Hey V... I am doing the same install this weekend and will likely have questions.  Write it up if you can... I still don't have my service manual yet and will likely struggle trying to figure out how to remove the outer fairing!!

Thanks,
Mal
Hi , im about to get into it , ill let you know how it goes.
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: HOGMIKE on June 24, 2010, 02:04:14 PM
Hey V... I am doing the same install this weekend and will likely have questions.  Write it up if you can... I still don't have my service manual yet and will likely struggle trying to figure out how to remove the outer fairing!!

Thanks,
Mal

Outer fairing comes off easy.
Make sure you get ALL the little screws out from the inner, there are 2 small ones on the bottom near the fork legs......look close, you will see them
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: valentino on June 24, 2010, 02:16:49 PM
Fairing is off, real easy. Now seat and fuel tank.
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: valentino on June 24, 2010, 02:24:35 PM
sissy bar and seat off. now tank but im going to make myself a drink first. piece of cake so far.
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: valentino on June 24, 2010, 02:45:13 PM
OK fuel tank is off. easy. fuel tank bolts 1/2" and fairing screws are #27 torx. break time.
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: valentino on June 24, 2010, 05:08:15 PM
Amp is installed , perfect fit. break time its about 100 degrees here in fl. next speakers.
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: valentino on June 24, 2010, 07:13:34 PM
Loud as hill, now im going to put the fairing on and see how it sounds. ill let you guys know.
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: grc on June 24, 2010, 08:33:57 PM

Wait a minute, how many breaks do you get in a single day?  Slacker!


Jerry ;)
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: HOGMIKE on June 24, 2010, 08:47:42 PM
Must be retired, like me!
 8)
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: Maladjusted on June 24, 2010, 10:50:07 PM
V... are you putting the foam in the fairing that came with the speakers?  When I spoke with Sean from Dr VTwin, he said the fit is actually pretty tight with the foam.

Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: greglyon on June 25, 2010, 09:49:44 AM
Use the foam!
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: valentino on June 28, 2010, 04:49:43 PM
Hi sorry I have not replied, finished install sound is great and pretty esy to install. thanks Dr.
Title: Re: fuel tank removal
Post by: Wheelsnkeels on June 28, 2010, 08:58:57 PM
I know its too late but in case anyone else installs these it isn't necessary to remove the tank.

Disconnct the fuel line with the quick disconnect then just remove the mount bolt under the seat and rest the aft tank flange on a small piece of 2x4. Then find the harness sleeve inside the fairing on the left side (of the bike if you were seated in riding position) and remove the wire tie holding the end of the loom closed.

Remove the pins from the power connector and insert a wire coat hanger from the inner fairing inside the wire loom under the tank. Put a small "u" in the end and tape the 2 power wires to the hanger and gently pull them  through the loom and into the fairing then reinsert the pins.

No mess and less than 10 minutes for this step and the wires are safely secured in the factory loom.

Hope this helps the next fellow?