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Marketplace => Industry Merchants => Topic started by: Blue One on May 12, 2011, 11:47:16 AM
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Still the best looking and most effective fender extender you can buy for your Concours - GTR. Very OEM in appearance.
I designed these and mold them using 1/8" thick ABS plastic. The color as you can see is black and they have a textured surface that goes well with the rest of the bikes black trim.
The purpose of the fender extender is to protect your radiator from damage and also protect the lower bodywork as well as the area where the pipes and oil filter are.
The Stock fender is ABS plastic, so installation involves removing the fender and gluing the extender in place using ABS glue. No screws or rivets needed for a clean look.
The extender will stay in place and do it's job. Installation instructions are included.
The price is $45 US which includes mailing to your address. There are now hundreds of these in service all over the world.
Send me a private message or an e-mail and you can order using paypal.
Overseas shipping can be arranged.
Larry
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Still waiting on a hugger? ;D
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I also do a rear fender extender for the Concours.
The price is $60 US Installation involves removing the rear fender and riveting the extender in place as the rear fender is polypropylene and you can't glue to it.
After riviting a small bead of black RTV on the inside seam seals it nicely.
The rear extender helps a great deal in keeping the back of the bike clean and drier in the rain.
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Couple more pictures of the rear fender extender.
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I would defenitely be interested in a rear tire hugger.
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I decided not to do a rear hugger as they (huggers) actually do very little in the functionality department. They may look cool,but only direct things in a different direction and don't actually solve a problem.
My rear fender extender on the other hand has proven to be effective.
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Still have plenty of front fender extenders molded and ready to go. A quick PM and a payment to paypal is all it takes to get one. :)
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I have to say this is probably the best extender out there. It hangs much lower than those offered by others and I also want to say that it's wider as well. Only a few minutes to install and it looks great.
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I have to say this is probably the best extender out there. It hangs much lower than those offered by others and I also want to say that it's wider as well. Only a few minutes to install and it looks great.
Thanks, glad you like it. There are a great many of these in service all over the world now ,and I have more ready to go for anyone who wants one. Just send me a PM and I can provide an address for Paypal.
Larry.
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I got my new fender extender from Larry and after reading all I could about removing the front fender, I got all of the tools and some silicone spray out in preparation for what was likely going to be a difficult task.
After realizing the worst that could happen would be that I would break a brake line clip, I grabbed the needle nose pliers and I sprayed some silicone spray on the clip. I then grabbed the circular part of the clip that the brake line goes through at the 3:00 position and gave a pull. The clip popped right out. Then the left side slipped right out. It was not a big deal and nothing was damaged. Thanks to all for their words of advice.
It seems Home Depot and the local hardware stores only carry a glue that works with ABS, PVC, and CPVC. I hope it works. I sanded and scored the mating parts and they are now clamped together. Hope to ride tomorrow. :D
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If you have any problems getting the glue to stick you can also go to an auto parts store and buy some of that 3M body tape. It works just as good and less messy.
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Thanks, but it is glued and clamped already. Discrete mechanical fasteners might be a last resort. I'm guessing there is no getting it off now ::)
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I bought mine from Murph and just used the cement. It ain't coming off. Did the same thing with my C10...it never came off either. If it's glued correctly it won't come off.
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I bought mine from Murph and just used the cement. It ain't coming off. Did the same thing with my C10...it never came off either. If it's glued correctly it won't come off.
Too bad it (Murphs extender) is only about 1/2 the extender mine is in both appearance and function :)
You are correct in the statement that once they (ABS plastic fender extenders) are glued on using the proper glue that they are not coming off. No mechanical fastening required.
ABS glue bonds using a solvent cement type bond which is a chemical bond where the solvent slightly melts the plastic and joins it almost like welding.
That's why it is important to use the proper glue. Any other type of glue will not give the proper bond and it could fall off at any time.
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Thanks, but it is glued and clamped already. Discrete mechanical fasteners might be a last resort. I'm guessing there is no getting it off now ::)
As long as the glue you used is rated or specified as being good for ABS plastic (among others) then you will be fine. No mechanical screws ,rivets etc needed.
The problems come when ABS plastic is NOT mentioned on the list of a bonding agents (glues) uses. Just seeing "May be used on plastics" is NOT good enough.
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Are you running a sale on these for Christmas?
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I don't usually run anything in way of a sale. I make these in my garage and get pretty busy around this time. I do have stock on hand if you want to order one up.
Besides my normal price is way way cheaper than a new radiator ;)
Larry.
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pm sent :D
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pm sent :D
Your front fender extender is on it's way to you now.
Thanks :)
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Got it today! Looks very nice. ;D
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Got it today! Looks very nice. ;D
Great, enjoy the protection it will provide.
Larry.
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If you have any problems getting the glue to stick you can also go to an auto parts store and buy some of that 3M body tape. It works just as good and less messy.
I have commented on the other posts regarding installation of my fender extenders however somehow I missed this one.
What I have to say about this is ABSOLUTELY NOT. :) I don't know if I can be any clearer. DO NOT attempt to install my fender extenders in this fashion using trim tape.
It sticks well but will not last and be effective over the long term. The extender will fall off and be gone if you try this.
Gluing with proper ABS glue is the only way to go as per my instructions.
And again, no screws or rivets needed on the front fender extenders.
Larry.
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Deal available when you order both front and rear extenders. Separately they come to $105. ($45 for the front and $60 for the rear) These prices include mailing to your address in the US.
Other countries can be shipped to for a little more.
I will send both in one box for $95 US. :) Thats a deal ;)
Larry.
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A recent customers install :)
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And another customers rear ;) Fender extender that is ;D
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I need a front fender extension E-Mail to silverwing600@charter.net
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Front and rear extenders still available, just send me a message to order. :) Plastic is in stock again and prices have not gone up so that is a good thing.
Larry
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Are front and rear extenders still available, and prices for the pair shipped ? They look like important additions for foul weather and radiator protection.
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Are front and rear extenders still available, and prices for the pair shipped ? They look like important additions for foul weather and radiator protection.
Yes, still available, I'll send you a PM. Front is usually $45 and rear $60. Both sent in one box is $95. Includes cost of mailing the package. (price increase on the package deal reflects an increase in the cost of shipping)
Larry.
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Summer is almost here and I am winding down to enjoy it myself. I will be around checking messages from time to time and if I am out on the road myself I may be a little slow to respond or fill orders however a little patience will pay off as I will get back to you.
Ride safe and happy summer adventures.
Larry
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;D ;D ;D
Larry, I couldn't be happier with the rear extension.
It looks great! I sprayed both parts with bedliner, which made them look uniform in appearance.
I'll let you know when I put the front on.
Thanks again, ride safe, and have a great summer.
Jerry
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Looks good Jerry, hope the bedliner stays put and doesn't peel off. :) Glad you like them. Larry.
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Hi Larry
I love your fender extender and have had mine all season.
Not only does it help protect the Rad. It keeps my headers cleaner.
Andre
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Hi Larry
I love your fender extender and have had mine all season.
Not only does it help protect the Rad. It keeps my headers cleaner.
Andre
Thanks Andre, I had that in mind when I designed it along with protecting the oil filter and lower bodywork as well.
Larry.
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After some repairs to the molder and to myself (dental :'() all is back to normal and orders will be filled promptly. Hope all you guys had a safe summer and enjoyed it as much as we did.
Larry.
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I am finally a little ahead of the game. I have a few sets of front and rear extenders ready to go now. :)
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I would have to disagree that the huggers don't do anything...the rear spinning tire acts like a big air pump and pushes air forward and hinders the flow of hot air off the rear of the engine, so adding a hugger actually improves the flow of hot air and keeps the engine a few degrees cooler.
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I would have to disagree that the huggers don't do anything...the rear spinning tire acts like a big air pump and pushes air forward and hinders the flow of hot air off the rear of the engine, so adding a hugger actually improves the flow of hot air and keeps the engine a few degrees cooler.
The subject of this thread is not huggers and I will disagree with you there. What you have said would be true if the rear of the engine was open to and exposed to the rear tire, which it is not.
Given that the rear tire spinning will have little effect on cooling.
My rear fender extender also has nothing to do with cooling rather it aids in keeping the road spray down and helps keep the back of the bike cleaner.
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Blue One is correct in that this thread is not about Huggers. If there is dissension on what Huggers do, then please post in the Accessories board and have at it.
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Blue One is correct in that this thread is not about Huggers. If there is dissension on what Huggers do, then please post in the Accessories board and have at it.
That's too bad. I've always said, that VeeJ could use a hug.
:grouphug: :grouphug:
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Would you look at that, Christmas is sneaking up on us again. :) These fender extenders will make a great gift for your ride ;)
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Merry Christmas to one and all. All the best for the New Year as well. :)
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Front and rear extenders for anyone who needs one. :) Translation - Anyone who doesn't have them on their bike. Especially on the front with that naked vulnerable radiator.
Larry
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Just got a large order of plastic and the good news is that it has not gone up in price yet. Postage has risen slightly but at this point will not affect prices for a little while. :)
Larry.
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Summer holidays and riding season upcoming. I will be on from time to time to check for orders. Ride safe 8)
Larry.
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Larry installed your front fender extender. Excellent instructions and product. Thanks :)
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Larry installed your front fender extender. Excellent instructions and product. Thanks :)
Good to hear, ride safe and enjoy. :)
Larry
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I'm still here and extenders are still available :)
Larry.
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Larry,
I just sent you a PM and payment, via PayPal, for a front Fender Extender for a 2012 Kawasaki C-14 Concours in Michigan.
Thanks,
Ray C.
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Larry,
I just sent you a PM and payment, via PayPal, for a front Fender Extender for a 2012 Kawasaki C-14 Concours in Michigan.
Thanks,
Ray C.
Your package is on the way now Ray.
Larry.
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Greetings, I want your fender extender. Send instructions so I can pay with PayPal. Angus. brw@cox.com.
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I'll drop you an e-mail with ordering instructions.
* Done , Larry.
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Still have fronts and rears in stock ready to go :)
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I don't know how I missed this thread over the past 2 1/2 years, but after having to deal with road grime and bunged up lock mechanism on my trunk, I am looking forward to getting the front and rear extenders installed on my bike.
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I know it's been here but all this talk of late...
How difficult is it to remove the rear fender to install the rear fender extender?
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I know it's been here but all this talk of late...
How difficult is it to remove the rear fender to install the rear fender extender?
Iirc, it can be installed without removing the oem, if you use a dremel to drill the holes. I was going to install one but decided to fab one on my own because I did my trailer hitch, whick makes a perfect frame for my home made version. I do like the way his looks tho, just make sure you use fasteners that allow removal on the road, in case you have to pull the wheel off away from the homefront.
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I just so happen to have a Dremel..circa mid-70s but it still works.
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Iirc, it can be installed without removing the oem, if you use a dremel to drill the holes. I was going to install one but decided to fab one on my own because I did my trailer hitch, whick makes a perfect frame for my home made version. I do like the way his looks tho, just make sure you use fasteners that allow removal on the road, in case you have to pull the wheel off away from the homefront.
Didn't think about tire removal. Guess it is time to get a lift with the rear wheel door. I don't pull the wheel on the road. If I can't plug it, it gets towed.
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Christmas is coming, better order soon ;)
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2015 is here and the fender extenders are still available, fronts and rears ready to go. :)
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2015 is here and the fender extenders are still available, fronts and rears ready to go. :)
A huge box full of these sits awaiting your orders ;)
Larry.
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Waiting patiently for your orders ;)
Larry
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With summer coming I will be out on the road and orders will be put off till I am able to fill them. I will be around to answer messages however.
If you are getting ready for summer as I am, order now ;)
Larry.
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I am really enjoying my front and rear fender extenders. Nice to not have spray and road grime all over everything. I don't know why these type of bikes don't come with real fenders instead of something to hold a reflector where the government wants it.
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I am really enjoying my front and rear fender extenders. Nice to not have spray and road grime all over everything. I don't know why these type of bikes don't come with real fenders instead of something to hold a reflector where the government wants it.
Good to hear.
I hear you on why the bikes aren't built with real fenders. It's just a styling thing, but it is beyond me that the factory designers and engineers can't see that the radiator will be vulnerable to road damage when the bottom 2 inches of it is exposed to a spinning tire as the front fender is so short.
Then the rear fender is just a pathetic little triangle of plastic that does nothing to keep the rear of the bike (or a passenger) clean.
But, it's all good for me as I have the solution in a nice OEM appearing package. :)
Larry.
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Time is running out for pre summer orders. Soon, any orders will be on hold till near the end of August.
Ride safe and have a great summer, I know I will.
Larry.
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The latest orders have been shipped, I still have more available.
Thanks, Larry.
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2016 is here. I'm still making these for anyone who need them.
Larry.
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Pm sent
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Recent orders shipped, more molded and available. :)
Larry
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Do you have any fronts in stock? Needing to get one on the way.
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Do you have any fronts in stock? Needing to get one on the way.
Thanks for the order.
Larry
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2017 is in full swing and these fender extenders are still available. 8)
Larry.
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2017 is in full swing and these fender extenders are still available. 8)
Larry.
Lets edit the above to read 2018. Happy new year everyone.
Larry
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Still making these, recent orders have shipped, still have stock ready to go, front and rear.
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Hey BlueOne,
I would like to purchase the front Fender Extender...how should I make the payment?
Sorry, mine is a 2012 GTR 1400...
Regards,
Romonov
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Hey BlueOne,
I would like to purchase the front Fender Extender...how should I make the payment?
Sorry, mine is a 2012 GTR 1400...
Regards,
Romonov
Hi, I can help you out, the best way is to send me a private message, I'll try sending you one with payment details.
Thanks.
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Hello
Looking for some help as to why this fender extender is rubbing my tire. I have already cut it down twice, it is now less than a quarter of original size and is still rubbing. It "looks" to be installed according to instructions and pictures. I believe the bike is bone stock- forks at top of clamps.. tires are 120/70 mich PR3.. any advise on what to do..
I will add that it was bought a couple years ago and been sitting on a shelf waiting to be installed. But it does not looked warped- though installing it was no picnic as it did not line up perfectly.
PS. while im a nuub on forums, i am a somewhat experienced mechanic ( mostly auto)
any positive input appreciated.
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got pics?
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Seems like my response wasn't really needed. So with that in mind I removed it.
Improper installation will cause a number of problems, rubbing is one of them.
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In stock and ready to ship for anyone who needs the best fender extenders available.
And I should add ,the only rear one.
Larry.
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Seems like my response wasn't really needed. So with that in mind I removed it.
Improper installation will cause a number of problems, rubbing is one of them.
so, as we had no info as to remedied... was it in fact installed incorrectly?
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so, as we had no info as to remedied... was it in fact installed incorrectly?
I believe so. That's the only possible explanation.
I posted my previous response and asked for clear close up pictures of the installation and got nothing.
The guy asking has basically disappeared and given no further follow up.
In my past experience installation screw ups are the only cause for any issues.
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I installed both fender extenders a month ago. I finally "had the chance" to ride in some decent rain yesterday on the way home, 10+ miles in the rain. The front one works like all front extenders thou it is longer than others so has more protection. As far as I know Larry's rear extender is the only one out there. Previously after riding in the rain the back of the bike was covered in dirty crap thrown up by the tire, especially the top case and its lock. With the rear extender the back of the bike was wet, of course, but very little evidence of dirt and other road crap on the back. It didn't look any worse than the rest of the bike's upper parts. I'm extremely happy with its performance.
Excellent product, Larry! Thanks!
Leo
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I installed both fender extenders a month ago. I finally "had the chance" to ride in some decent rain yesterday on the way home, 10+ miles in the rain. The front one works like all front extenders thou it is longer than others so has more protection. As far as I know Larry's rear extender is the only one out there. Previously after riding in the rain the back of the bike was covered in dirty crap thrown up by the tire, especially the top case and its lock. With the rear extender the back of the bike was wet, of course, but very little evidence of dirt and other road crap on the back. It didn't look any worse than the rest of the bike's upper parts. I'm extremely happy with its performance.
Excellent product, Larry! Thanks!
Leo
Thanks Leo, good to hear it's working out great for you.
Yes, my rear fender extender is the only one available and they do work well.
Ride safe.
Larry.
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Fender extenders made and ready to go, fronts and rears. Order both together and save some $.
Front by itself is $50 US Rear is $75 US Includes shipping.
Front and rear ordered together $110 US, includes shipping.
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Fender extenders made and ready to go, fronts and rears. Order both together and save some $.
Front by itself is $50 US Rear is $75 US Includes shipping.
Front and rear ordered together $110 US, includes shipping.
Recent orders shipped, more available, thanks.
Larry
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Still available guys.
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I posted on the other forum a few weeks ago as well as sent you a PM, but I will post here in the hopes you see it. I would like a full set of extenders, please.
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I posted on the other forum a few weeks ago as well as sent you a PM, but I will post here in the hopes you see it. I would like a full set of extenders, please.
Thanks, your order is on the way.
Larry.
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2020 is here and so am I still making fender extenders, including the only rear available for the C14.
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Wow, 2021 and were still at it. Fender extenders ready to go. Larry