I was having a hard time deciding which fender eliminator to buy. Most of the ones that I liked were too expensive, so I decided to make one myself. Due to the problems that I seem to have with the local PD and the US Customs officials at the border I wanted to make sure that the rear plate was adequately lit. After inspecting the stock light I figured out that the spacer could be removed between the fender and the light and reattached to the original location. In order to do this a new mount for the plate would be required. I took a few measurements with the stock fender removed and then created a drawing for the new bracket at work. I found a piece of .060" aluminum plate in our tool room and had one of the toolmakers make the new bracket along with a plate to reinforce the inside of the existing fender. The first attempt turned out pretty well but still needs a few touchups. I polished the bracket but I think I am leaning towards painting it black to blend in a little better.

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Anythings better than stock, plus you made it yourself.

 

looks good!! nice job!!!

 

I like it. You think you could make me the same one painted black? Let me know how much and how long it would take.

 

Here it is painted black with better mounting bolts. I need to see if I have any more material at work before I can determine how long it will take to make another one.



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