New tunes for the UltraNomad (Now w/pics!)

cactusjack · 09-17-2010, 12:01 PM

Last night, I replaced the stereo head unit in my fairing. I also installed a different splash cover, which required me to increase the size of the opening in the fairing.

The original stereo I installed was kind of an El Cheapo, and the volume knob/on-off button stopped working a few weeks ago. I had always disliked the splash cover because it didn't stay open on its own.

So I replaced the cover with a unit that the tinted cover retracts into and locks in the open position, which necessitated the larger opening. It was a little unnerving cutting into the fairing, but I used a Dremel with an abrasive disc and it went pretty fast and easy. I got it close to the finished size with that and then used a flat file to finish it to the proper dimensions.

I installed a JVC KC-HDR60 head unit with AM/FM/HD/CD/USB. It is much better than the other unit. There is a commercial free classic rock station I like that I could only pick up if I was near my house with the old setup. That station now comes in clear as a bell at my office, 17 miles further away. It also reads my USB thumb drives much faster. The old unit used to take 2 minutes just to read an 8GB drive. The JVC reads it in about 10 seconds and will read my 16GB drive, where the other could not.

Since I had the fairing apart, I used that opportunity to install a 10" medium tinted shield from Fastaire. It works good, but I have yet to decide if I like the looks of it. I'll give it a chance to grow on me before I make my mind up.

I don't have any pictures right now, but I'll snap some tonight and post them, so you can see a before and after.

I will probably go up to Flagstaff tomorrow on a poker run as part of the Thunder Valley Rally in Camp Verde, which will be a good test of the new gear.

delivery58 · 09-17-2010, 11:23 PM

ME too... I set-up my stereo with a pioneer amp. mounted "under" my trunk rack, installed a set of Infinity 4" speakers inside a set of HD foglights, controlled through my Zune 8gb (flash drive ) Zune 30gb (hard drive) not good. My little system really rocks!
Cactus... yours is, aahhh ....ok. Congrats on the upgrade, you always do good clean work.

cactusjack · 09-18-2010, 01:35 AM

Here's the pics I said I'd post.

1. This is the old setup:

2. Here is the new stereo and splash cover (closed):

3. Here it is with the cover open:

4. Almost forgot - here is the 10" shield:

skiman · 09-18-2010, 07:11 AM

That's the same cover work great.

**schoeney** · 09-18-2010, 08:02 AM

CJ your garage is way too clean.

dandantmm · 09-18-2010, 05:10 PM

Would that cover make a difference in mounting the fairing with phat II risers or are you still forced to get different risers. It is the cover that the risers interfere with, right?

chuckster131 · 09-18-2010, 09:14 PM

Lookin good Scott.......

cactusjack · 09-18-2010, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by schoeney

CJ your garage is way too clean.

No it isn't. You should see the other end of it.

cactusjack · 09-18-2010, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Dan The Motorcycle Man

Would that cover make a difference in mounting the fairing with phat II risers or are you still forced to get different risers. It is the cover that the risers interfere with, right?

I'm sure it would, it overhangs the stock risers a little.

oldbikers · 09-19-2010, 06:52 AM

That's the same cover I have and it won't work with the phatt 11 risers.

cactusjack · 09-19-2010, 12:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldbikers

That's the same cover I have and it won't work with the phatt 11 risers.

I like this new splash cover much more than the first one. I should have used it initially, but I didn't want to cut the stereo opening larger.

dandantmm · 09-19-2010, 03:00 PM

I don't really want a radio anyway because I use my mp3 + ear buds. will the phat II work if the is no radio?

Sin City Stan · 09-19-2010, 04:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cactusjack

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Dan The Motorcycle Man

Would that cover make a difference in mounting the fairing with phat II risers or are you still forced to get different risers. It is the cover that the risers interfere with, right?

I'm sure it would, it overhangs the stock risers a little.

Hi Scott, I know my bike is different (1700), but just wondering, would the risers work if a marine rated radio that did not need a splash cover was installed? Just doing some planning for a fairing and trunk install this Winter.

cactusjack · 09-19-2010, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Sin City Stan

Quote:

Originally Posted by cactusjack

I'm sure it would, it overhangs the stock risers a little.

Hi Scott, I know my bike is different (1700), but just wondering, would the risers work if a marine rated radio that did not need a splash cover was installed? Just doing some planning for a fairing and trunk install this Winter.

I don't know, the cover sticks out about 1". Glassgod has a Reckless fairing and risers and he didn't use a splash cover. It seems to fit okay. I didn't go with a marine stereo because they don't have a front USB port. Makes sense not to have a gaping hole on the faceplate of a unit designed for a wet/humid environment. The USB port is great because I can plug in 16GB of music.

**Jared** · 09-20-2010, 11:22 AM

Looking good, Scott!

09-17-2010, 12:01 PM	#1
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	New tunes for the UltraNomad (Now w/pics!) Last night, I replaced the stereo head unit in my fairing. I also installed a different splash cover, which required me to increase the size of the opening in the fairing. The original stereo I installed was kind of an El Cheapo, and the volume knob/on-off button stopped working a few weeks ago. I had always disliked the splash cover because it didn't stay open on its own. So I replaced the cover with a unit that the tinted cover retracts into and locks in the open position, which necessitated the larger opening. It was a little unnerving cutting into the fairing, but I used a Dremel with an abrasive disc and it went pretty fast and easy. I got it close to the finished size with that and then used a flat file to finish it to the proper dimensions. I installed a JVC KC-HDR60 head unit with AM/FM/HD/CD/USB. It is much better than the other unit. There is a commercial free classic rock station I like that I could only pick up if I was near my house with the old setup. That station now comes in clear as a bell at my office, 17 miles further away. It also reads my USB thumb drives much faster. The old unit used to take 2 minutes just to read an 8GB drive. The JVC reads it in about 10 seconds and will read my 16GB drive, where the other could not. Since I had the fairing apart, I used that opportunity to install a 10" medium tinted shield from Fastaire. It works good, but I have yet to decide if I like the looks of it. I'll give it a chance to grow on me before I make my mind up. I don't have any pictures right now, but I'll snap some tonight and post them, so you can see a before and after. I will probably go up to Flagstaff tomorrow on a poker run as part of the Thunder Valley Rally in Camp Verde, which will be a good test of the new gear. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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09-17-2010, 11:23 PM	#2
delivery58 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: North Idaho Posts: 400	New tunes for the UltraNomad (Now w/pics!) ME too... I set-up my stereo with a pioneer amp. mounted "under" my trunk rack, installed a set of Infinity 4" speakers inside a set of HD foglights, controlled through my Zune 8gb (flash drive ) Zune 30gb (hard drive) not good. My little system really rocks! Cactus... yours is, aahhh ....ok. Congrats on the upgrade, you always do good clean work. __________________ Vinnie in North Idaho
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09-18-2010, 01:35 AM	#3
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	New tunes for the UltraNomad (Now w/pics!) Here's the pics I said I'd post. 1. This is the old setup: 2. Here is the new stereo and splash cover (closed): 3. Here it is with the cover open: 4. Almost forgot - here is the 10" shield: __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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09-18-2010, 07:11 AM	#4
skiman Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Nashville,NC Posts: 782	New tunes for the UltraNomad (Now w/pics!) That's the same cover work great. __________________ 2002 Nomad 1500 FI 12" buckhorn apes Chuckster air kit Mustang seat and fender bib Avon Venom tires 2 right side Harley mufflers the quiet side. TFI fuel control Progressive 430 shocks 430-4213B (Best Mod to the bike I've made) Progressive fork springs (See Above) Kuryakyn grips A touch of chrome farkles Reckless fairing color match 2 tone paint. Kenwood deck with Polk 5 1/4" speakers. 2007 GSX1250 Stock for now
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09-18-2010, 08:02 AM	#5
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dandantmm Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bartlett, TN Posts: 235	New tunes for the UltraNomad (Now w/pics!) Would that cover make a difference in mounting the fairing with phat II risers or are you still forced to get different risers. It is the cover that the risers interfere with, right?
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09-18-2010, 09:14 PM	#7
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09-19-2010, 06:52 AM	#10
oldbikers Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sardis Mississippi Posts: 3,513	New tunes for the UltraNomad (Now w/pics!) That's the same cover I have and it won't work with the phatt 11 risers. __________________ Jim Hardin Sardis MS Kawanow # 453 Proud PGR member
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09-19-2010, 03:00 PM	#12
dandantmm Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bartlett, TN Posts: 235	New tunes for the UltraNomad (Now w/pics!) I don't really want a radio anyway because I use my mp3 + ear buds. will the phat II work if the is no radio?
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09-20-2010, 11:22 AM	#15
Jared Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greeley, Colorado Posts: 6,772	New tunes for the UltraNomad (Now w/pics!) Looking good, Scott! __________________ Jared VBA #1051 (Former President)
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