SteveMac Mods

[SteveMac]

Love the Mods Steve

Thanks. Still a work in progress though. I'd hate to get complacent!

[Macca]

Steve I can't tell by your pic. What color fender tips did you install? Amber or White LEDS?

[SteveMac]

Steve I can't tell by your pic. What color fender tips did you install? Amber or White LEDS?

I went with the amber. Primarily because I used the dual converter to make them signal lights also, and I felt that the flashing amber would be better than the clear. Had I not used the dual converter, I probably would have went with clear.

[SteveMac]

A lot of folks out there want to hook a non-BRP trailer to their spyder, but the project often hits a snag when they have to modify the BRP cable, which is a 9-pin 7-wire cable to a standard trailer lighting system.

The mod below will help you connect the factory BRP 710002029 cable to a 4-light 5-wire hook up, or a 2-light 5-wire hook up (If the brake and blinker use separate wires)

Common tools you may need:

• Side Cutters
• Soldering gun and solder
• Heat shrink tubing
• Electrical tape
• Heat source

The BRP 710002029 cable utilizes the following wire coding:
BLUE--------------Left Flash
ORANGE-----------Left Brake
BROWN------------Running/Marker
BLACK-------------Ground
YELLOW-----------Back Up
RED --------------Right Brake
GREEN------------Right Flash

The five wire plug in this application will use the following wire coding:
BLUE-------------Brakes (both)
YELLOW----------Left Flash
BROWN-----------Running/Marker
GREEN------------Right Flash
WHITE------------Ground

I utilized 4 LED lights which had the following wire coding:
Black-------------Running Marker
Red---------------Flash or Brake depending on whether inner or outer light
White-------------Ground

I have attached the PDF file below which has the complete wiring schematic to hook the 710002029 BRP Cable to a 4-light, 5-wire system in which the two "inner lights" will be the Running and Brake lights, and the two "outer lights" will be the Running and Flasher lights.

BRP 9-pin Pigtail _710002029_ to a Non-BRP Trailer 5 Plug …_1.pdf

There are some pics below of the tools, work in progress and final product.

I hope this helps some of you who have questions about how to connect your Spyder to a non-BRP trailer!

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[Tin Can]

I was wondering what I could use those old Xmas door mats for....Thanks Steve for your help.. And what a great job on all of your Mods they look fantastic..

[kinggeek]

This was the first Mod that I haven't done myself, but Cowtown did a wonderful job. Gotta love those guys. Thanks to Dan and the gang in the shop!

Video: http://www.youtube.com/user/SteveMac.../0/vy4SV9myOoY

Steve,

I am REALLY interested in getting one of these and am ready to pull the trigger but I see on TBR site and here there are issues wuth the trailer hitch hitting the canister. I have also seen where Len says no issues should be seen. My question to you is did Cowtown do anything special on the install to prevent these issues and if so what? Are you having issues with the canister hitting the hitch bolt? Hitch install looks standard, some hav suggested reversing the direction og the hitch bolt but yours is not that way.

Just want to make sure before I shell out $500-600 on an exhaust!

[SteveMac]

Not sure if they do any thing "special" other than making sure the mounting bracket is attached in such a way as to prevent rubbing. I would assume that is the case. I have checked mine often and it is close, but no contact.

[SteveMac]

OK here is my newest "mod" and I use that term loosely!

I bought one of the non-BRP trailers similar to what one of our new SpyderLovers sponsors is selling.

Mine came with two standard tail/brake lights. Since I have my harness already setup for a five-wire (separate brake and signals) I had to do some modifications. Hence the "mod"!!!!

Anyway, I used the two outer lights for running and signal lights. Then I added 3 - 2.5" round LEDs for the brake lights. And just for kicks I added a light bar with 3 LEDs on the rear frame an tied those in with the brake lights for good measure. I used my wiring schematic from one of my above posts for this project.

I think it turned out nicely. I am now ready for Spyderfest, Durango, and Lamont's BBQ!!!

[SpyderLady]

Sweet

[Mo Lee]

Love that tread plate!

[3Willie]

Looks good behind the new paint job on the Spyder. Getting healed up enough to ride. Will give you a call or text

[FreedomRings]

Wow, lots of cool mods here, thanks for sharing.

[GloryRyders]

Steve, I think that you should run at the back end of the pack for Durango.............with all the lights, it will help visability for all of us!

[SteveMac]

Steve, I think that you should run at the back end of the pack for Durango.............with all the lights, it will help visability for all of us!

Works for me!

[SteveMac]

OK I have a few more mods to complete before Spyderfest 2012, and here we go!!!

Today, my project is threefold. I installed the BumpSkid from Harvey Spyderpops, then began installing my Green Monster LEDs from Reggy at TricLed and finally my green GloRyders!!!

The BumpSkid is one very heavy built product. Once installed it looks like it should have always been there and gave me a finishing touch and will help protect my new paint job. The instructions were easy to follow and the install was less than an hour. There really aren't any tips or tricks. It is pretty straight forward and anyone with decent tools and moderate wrenching skills can easily complete the job. Thanks Harvey for another fantastic product!

In speaking with Reggy from TricLed, he suggested that I use a router and cut a 1/2" wide by 1/8" deep channel in the bottom of the BumpSkid for the LEDs to nestle up into and be very protected. I did this and it worked out nicely. One tip here. I tried cutting the entire length of the channel in one pass and that was my mistake. If you choose to do this, I recommend setting the router on moderate-high speed and cut a channel about four inches long at a time. Then use a large flat head screwdriver to remove the plastic which will tend to melt and gum up your bit. This happened to me and I scuffed up my BumpSkid a little, but fortunately it is up under the RT and can't be seen (except for the photos below!). All in all I am still very happy with the result. In one of the pics below, you can see that the LEDs fit nicely up into the channel, and are flush with the bottom of the BumpSkid. This offers great protection for the lights.

I dd get the LEDs installed, but didn't get around to finalizing the wiring nor did I get the GloRyders installed today. But that should be a short job tomorrow and I'll post pics of those projects and the lighting effect. And tomorrow will also bring a nice wax job getting ready for SpyderFest 2012!!!

But for now, I have posted some pics of the install of the BumpSkid. And I am VERY happy with it. It really finishes off the front end. Now I can push possums with Lamont!!

Getting ready!


Before!
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Before!
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Preparing you use a router to cut the groove for the LEDs


LEDs fit flush. LOVE it!


See my boo boo?


Be sure the threaded nut portion of the clips provided go up! And a quick test fit.


The Finished product!!!


LOVE the BumpSkid! Looks great In my opinion.


And finally the GloRyders are done too!

[Phil]

Lookin REALLY great Steve!!!


Phil, Tyler TX- from my iPad3.5 using Tapatalk HD

[SteveMac]

Lookin REALLY great Steve!!!


Phil, Tyler TX- from my iPad3.5 using Tapatalk HD

Thanks Phil. See you in a couple of weeks I hope!!

[kevorama]

Steve, I didn't think of using a router to channel out my under lighting. That gives me a great excuse for going to HD or Lowe's to get a new DeWALT plunge router. I installed Pop's skid as well, but had an issue with getting the two inboard holes to line up. I have several of Reggy's lighting mods, but went with something that had the RGB color wheel that would give me a little more control of the color and effect. I'm hoping to get it on before SF. Helpful hint on the GloRyders: Use an Emery cloth to clean out the powder coat on your new wheels. You are going to scratch some of the black or green powder coat taking off the dust caps, but the GR's will cover any small damage that was done. I can walk you through what I did to Spyder Linda's wheels when I installed her GR's.

The bike looks awesome! Can't wait to see it at night.

PS - Don't touch the - post for jumping to attach to your LED power supply. See previous posts on that nightmare.

[SteveMac]

Steve, I didn't think of using a router to channel out my under lighting. That gives me a great excuse for going to HD or Lowe's to get a new DeWALT plunge router. I installed Pop's skid as well, but had an issue with getting the two inboard holes to line up. I have several of Reggy's lighting mods, but went with something that had the RGB color wheel that would give me a little more control of the color and effect. I'm hoping to get it on before SF. Helpful hint on the GloRyders: Use an Emery cloth to clean out the powder coat on your new wheels. You are going to scratch some of the black or green powder coat taking off the dust caps, but the GR's will cover any small damage that was done. I can walk you through what I did to Spyder Linda's wheels when I installed her GR's.

The bike looks awesome! Can't wait to see it at night.

PS - Don't touch the - post for jumping to attach to your LED power supply. See previous posts on that nightmare.

Don't worry Kevin. I am NOT touching that battery post!

Ill post some more pics tomorrow!

[SteveMac]

This past weekend I built my flag holder so I'll be ready for the Spyderfest parade!

I started with this mount on the hitch (as seen in some of my earlier posts) http://shop.mobileweb.ebay.com/searc...=0&y=0&cmd=SKW

Then I took a couple of pieces of 1 1/4 inch angle iron and a flat piece of 1/8x4 flat iron. I welded these together and drilled a couple of holes for the retaining pins. Then I took a heavy duty aluminum flag mount, like what is used on a house, and bolted it on with stainless bolts and nylock nuts. Then shot a good coat of satin black on it and "Voila" I have a flag mount that connects and disconnects in 30 seconds!! I'm pretty happy with the result.

[SteveMac]

My final Project this past weekend was to rework my highway pegs for the third and final time,, I hope!

I already had the ISCI mounts and risers, but regular pegs put my feet too far apart and at a bad angle. It put a lot of pressure on my bad hip and the steel pins in that hip screamed in discomfort.

So I put on a set of highway boards (see post above). And while the boards were at a good angle and not too far apart, they were much too flat and they were flimsy metal too. So I began searching for something that would be much more sturdy, at the correct width and foot angle and would look close to factory. But what would that be??

I found the answer when a member here had their old aluminum boards and pegs off an RT for sale. I bought these and began making my plans.

First, I tried the boards, but they were just too big and didn't look like what I wanted. So, I chose to use the factory pegs.

I removed the two 10mm head bolts holding the rubber to the peg. I discarded the damping weight and the long bolts. I then took the ISCI risers and ground them down until they fit up into the cavity of the peg. Then I put the risers in a drill press and drilled a hole length ways through the entire length of the riser and also drilled a hole in the peg base. I used a 3/8 x 8 stove bolt through both securing the peg and riser to the ISCI mounts. I did have to extend the mounting bracket a couple of inches in order to get the pegs into the position that I wanted.

I bolted it all together using nylock nuts and then cut off any excess threads off the bolts. Wiped all down ith paint thinner and shot some satin black on it.

The result is a set of highway pegs that are super sturdy, are the correct width and angle for me, and even look like a factory item.

I LOVE em and now I am ready for trips to Spyderfest, Durango and Lamont's BBQ!!

[Phil]

MR Mac----
I am jealous of your metal working abilities. VERY nice work. Oh, and... Like anyone BELIEVES that is your last mod Maybe I'm reading that wrong.... Hummmm.


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[SteveMac]

MR Mac----
I am jealous of your metal working abilities. VERY nice work. Oh, and... Like anyone BELIEVES that is your last mod Maybe I'm reading that wrong.... Hummmm.


Phil, Tyler TX- from my iPad3.5 using Tapatalk HD

LOL.

No my friend it won't be the last mod I am sure, but I hope it is the last time I rework these pegs! Having them setup right is all about the feel and they are finally right "for me"! You will have to check them out at Spyderfest whilst I will be checking out the awesome LEDs on Darth!

[SteveMac]

Well, I got to ride to work the last couple of days and all I can say is WOW the rework of the pegs is winner winner chicken dinner. Very comfy and sturdy!

I am SO ready for the trips this year!

[GloryRyders]

Steve, hope to see all the new mods this comming Saturday at the Spyderfest meeting................but, the way the weather forecast looks we might not be ryding the Spyders! Bummer!