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Another devil of a job

Written on 23 Jul 2009, 11:51 AM

finally finished a restyle job we started in may. Actually customer has been riding around for a month  with the job complete - paint job, fender changes etc - but without his internet bargain chrome front end. That was on a shelf in the workshop. It was a bargain price, but parts were missing and unobtainable at the time from any of our UK, European or US suppliers. Only downside with this kit if the quality is okay, is the amount of time it takes us to fettle things so that they fit. Anyway, the Devil bike looks good, customer is happy and you'll be able to see it on our website soon.

Talking of quality issues, its often the chrome plated items that fall down on quality. Flash chromed aluminium poarts soon start to chip and peel and look tatty. Buying cheap here often lets the whole build down. There are more serious issues than cosmetic failure of plated parts though. Poor quality control in machine shops sometimes mean that parts simply do not fit without ... Read more

Tasty Buffed Nuts at Lightning Services

Written on 18 Jul 2009, 12:24 PM

Had a great meeting with Kevin from Pro-Bolt this week. Finalised our Exclusive Area Retail Dealership arrangement for the Pro-Bolt Harley/Imperial Stainless Steel Fastener Kits and Special Application Parts. Now we have gone live with a good range of kits and parts available from stock.

 We've been pioneering users of a couple of special application parts and kits in the Lightning Services' workshop for some time. With the welcomed increase in the range of Pro-Bolt Imperial Kits, we've decided to offer them to customers to fit themselves also.

Made from 316 Grade Stainless Steel with Rolled Threads for strength, these fasteners will stay looking good. Made in England, this is an exceptional product which has been mirror polished and will absolutely not chip or flake - ever. All the appeal of chrome but with the hardiness and longevity of stainless steel. Kits are currently available in Flanged Hex Head and Spike Hex Head styles. these really are the ... Read more