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rear spool stand - FYI
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this is how the rear spools attach on mine...I don't see where you could run a bolt through the spike....hence why I don't think it will work... who knows maybe the spike is a two piece and the bolt goes inside?
At the time I didn't realise it was free to get different spools from T-Rex, I clicked the option for orange andonized.
But i've got a bad, bad feeling that all of these oranges are going to be different shades and clash instead of flowing with my seat like I want.Oh well, I wouldn't of known without trying and I can always try burgandy or wildberry instead of orange next year.I just tried going with orange first because of my wheel stripes, I guess we will see what happens.
But i've got a bad, bad feeling that all of these oranges are going to be different shades and clash instead of flowing with my seat like I want.Oh well, I wouldn't of known without trying and I can always try burgandy or wildberry instead of orange next year.I just tried going with orange first because of my wheel stripes, I guess we will see what happens.
my red annodized windshield bolts faded... I took them off and put the black plastic back on. I wasn't real happy about that and so I am going back to 99 % black on black. red spring, red wheel stripes, soon to be red chain and thats it.
any idea what size spools we need for replacements on those trex?
when I had my spill a few years back the right spool, looks odd... I just never followed up and ordered new ones (still stable on the stand)... would like to get them in the aluminum, but just never looked closely at what I need. I'd imagine it's just the bolt size and any spool would work?
when I had my spill a few years back the right spool, looks odd... I just never followed up and ordered new ones (still stable on the stand)... would like to get them in the aluminum, but just never looked closely at what I need. I'd imagine it's just the bolt size and any spool would work?
The sample spools in bleeding link didn't have a place for a bolt
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I was just thinking something like this: [ame=http://www.amazon.com/Swingarm-Stand-Spools-Yamaha-YZF1000/dp/B00B4ZPYCY/ref=sr_1_9?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1373641960&sr=1-9&keywords=6mm+spools]Swingarm Stand Spools - 6mm - Red - Yamaha YZF600 R6, YZF1000 R1, YZF 600 1000 : Amazon.com : Automotive[/ame]
or this
[ame=http://www.amazon.com/RED-Universal-Swingarm-YZF1000-Aprilia/dp/B00CW7JMAS/ref=sr_1_47?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1373642157&sr=1-47&keywords=6mm+spools]Amazon.com: RED - 6mm Universal Swingarm Spools - Yamaha YZF600 R6, YZF1000 R1, YZF 600, 1000, FZ-1, FZ-8, Aprilia RS50, RS125, RS250, Triumph Speed Triple 675, Daytona 675: Automotive[/ame]
Just got trex spools not too long ago, but I really like those red ones. Looks like they should work with the trex adapters.
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So I ordered my spool adapters July 12th.They have a option on the payment page to upgrade to aluminium spools of your color choice, I chose orange.Post #23 on this page was written moments after I double checked my order and paid.
I did not receive orange or aluminium spools.In fact my name was even spelled completely wrong.I notified them July 16th, they responded asking for my order info on July 17th.I sent them my order ID #, real name, the asian name that they had mislabeled on my package, adress, more then they needed to figure out the problem since my email adress shows my name.
Its almost been a full month since I sent them my info and I haven't received a response.I sent them a email this morning and told them to keep them.At this point id rather just spend $10 to buy aluminium spools off of Amazon then draw this ordeal out longer.
So imo the spools they are FORCING us to use are plastic pos that won't hold the weight of the bike in a minor drop, and they only want to give the aluminium spools they advertise to the people thats actually had them fail.
My adapters didn't even mount smoothly.I tried hand threading both bolts evenly, but the bolt holes wouldn't line up right.They were so snug on the swingarm that I had to tighten the top bolts most of way before the bottom bolts would catch the threads.Not a big deal, but if im paying $70 just for the adapters then they should bolt on as easy as pie, its only 2 bolts to line up.
Sorry for the rant i've been stewing over it for a month now.On top of my troubles, isn't it the T Rex frame sliders that come with cheap bolts?I remember someone else ordering a stand from them that was missing pieces as well.
I did not receive orange or aluminium spools.In fact my name was even spelled completely wrong.I notified them July 16th, they responded asking for my order info on July 17th.I sent them my order ID #, real name, the asian name that they had mislabeled on my package, adress, more then they needed to figure out the problem since my email adress shows my name.
Its almost been a full month since I sent them my info and I haven't received a response.I sent them a email this morning and told them to keep them.At this point id rather just spend $10 to buy aluminium spools off of Amazon then draw this ordeal out longer.
So imo the spools they are FORCING us to use are plastic pos that won't hold the weight of the bike in a minor drop, and they only want to give the aluminium spools they advertise to the people thats actually had them fail.
My adapters didn't even mount smoothly.I tried hand threading both bolts evenly, but the bolt holes wouldn't line up right.They were so snug on the swingarm that I had to tighten the top bolts most of way before the bottom bolts would catch the threads.Not a big deal, but if im paying $70 just for the adapters then they should bolt on as easy as pie, its only 2 bolts to line up.
Sorry for the rant i've been stewing over it for a month now.On top of my troubles, isn't it the T Rex frame sliders that come with cheap bolts?I remember someone else ordering a stand from them that was missing pieces as well.
I got trex spools not too long ago and didn't have too much trouble. Just a pain in the *** to tighten the bolts since they tighten from the inside. Mine were right on the Swingarm and I may have done the same as you but, don't remember. Used them last weekend to change oil and clean/lube the chain with no problems with my venom stand.
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call ... don't email... it gets resolved quicker and easier...tell them you want the special 8mm aluminum spools that fit the spool adaptors.
Where does trex ever MENTION that the spool adapters were designed with the intent of holding the bike up in the case of a drop?
I never contacted them about a part failing.I contacted them about my order being wrong.Not just the item I ordered, but i'm lucky I even received a order at all since my shipping info was wrong.
I don't want aluminium because i'm afraid i'll drop my bike.I want aluminium because my exhaust is mid mount and the plastic spools are 3" away from the exhaust outlet.I've been cleaning a cold chain because of this, i'm not lifting my bike on a piece of plastic thats hot to the touch, especially after i've witnessed that piece of plastic fail for others in a minor drop.
I was even going to buy aluminium spools if I needed to so I could bolt everything on once and be done with it.I didn't buy aluminium spools because T Rex presented me with an option for them to be included.Since I decided to use that option i'm paying for it in multiple ways, installing the adapters twice, cleaning a cold chain twice as often etc.
Its 2013 if they can bill me online then I expect to receive the order I had in my cart when I paid.If its wrong then you shouldn't have to send a half dozen emails, or spend fifteen minutes on the phone with a manager.
If your not willing to spend 15 minutes on the phone talking to a person; I don't think you have much to B!tch about.
This.
People with bikes that have the standard mounts prefer not to have aluminum spools. They can rip out part of the swing arm. I know this isn't the case with the 6r, but I'm saying to not discount the "plastic" spools.
I believe they are actually mdpe. They aren't going to melt from your exhaust.
LocoLechero
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Im trying to decide on a front and rear set of stands - T rex or Venom 
rear spools or no spools
T rex offers a free set of spools with the purchase of a set of stands but spools are just the knobs correct? i would still need the adapters that attach to the swingarm correct? are the rear spool stands that much more stable than the un-spooled versions? If so- is T rex my only/best option for the rear spool package? Im mainly looking for stands for chain work - oil changes - and winter storage.
HELP ME
rear spools or no spools
T rex offers a free set of spools with the purchase of a set of stands but spools are just the knobs correct? i would still need the adapters that attach to the swingarm correct? are the rear spool stands that much more stable than the un-spooled versions? If so- is T rex my only/best option for the rear spool package? Im mainly looking for stands for chain work - oil changes - and winter storage.
HELP ME
I just installed the T-rex spool adaptors. The one side was a real p.i.t.a to get the bolt on but glad I opted for this set. The stand is very stable. Not sure about the other style but Ive heard they aren't as stable and scratch the swing arm. Heres a close up pic for you. I think its just the spools you get free and would have to still buy the adaptor. The stand I bought was $52 and works awesome. I also got it for same reasons as you are....cleaning, winter storage, etc...... will get front stand too..Im trying to decide on a front and rear set of stands - T rex or Venom
rear spools or no spools
T rex offers a free set of spools with the purchase of a set of stands but spools are just the knobs correct? i would still need the adapters that attach to the swingarm correct? are the rear spool stands that much more stable than the un-spooled versions? If so- is T rex my only/best option for the rear spool package? Im mainly looking for stands for chain work - oil changes - and winter storage.
HELP ME
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LocoLechero
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been looking into a triple tree front stand - but cant seem to find the hole on the front end anyone on here have a triple tree front end stand ????
on the front end anyone on here have a triple tree front end stand ????