Constrictor's 62 Cent Rectifier Relocation Mod - Page 4

guitardadrocks · 06-20-2008

Awesome! Just relocated mine using this instruction. 30 minutes top.

ACDCfn · 06-23-2008

God Damn! Can't believe how easy it was for everyone else and what a problem it is for me! I need someone's help asap please! Relocated mine to the front, that part was easy. However, can't put the engine cover back on@! Refuses to go back into place, bolts don't line up. Had 2 other people try it for me, couldn't do it. Thought it was the wires, so tried without them all togethere still can't do it. HELP!!

tpetty · 07-21-2008

Another awesome write up.

drumster40 · 08-24-2008

OK you lied, it wasn't 62 cents it was 78, talk about misleading someone!!!!! LOL (ooops I forgot about the exchange rate?!?!?)

Constrictor, I did the mod yesterday at lunch, I didn't even have time to finish one beer and it was done! So I stood there and admired my work with a second one!!! LOL Awesome instructions, thanks for posting this! Any other mods your doing you feel like giving us a hand with

Thanks again!

drumster40 · 08-24-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by ACDCfn

God Damn! Can't believe how easy it was for everyone else and what a problem it is for me! I need someone's help asap please! Relocated mine to the front, that part was easy. However, can't put the engine cover back on@! Refuses to go back into place, bolts don't line up. Had 2 other people try it for me, couldn't do it. Thought it was the wires, so tried without them all togethere still can't do it. HELP!!

I too had about 5 minutes of "this doesn't line up" Even though you say its all ok it, sounds like you have a wire or connector in the way. Make sure you push the 2 big plugs down and in. Also, I found that you have to double check the wire heading from the starter to the back of the bike (under the seat) isn't in the way (that was my problem). Once I set that (it moves a lot by itself when you trying to line up the back of the cover.) all went smoothly.

Good luck!

*ispeed77* · 08-24-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by drumster40

OK you lied, it wasn't 62 cents it was 78, talk about misleading someone!!!!! LOL (ooops I forgot about the exchange rate?!?!?)

Constrictor, I did the mod yesterday at lunch, I didn't even have time to finish one beer and it was done! So I stood there and admired my work with a second one!!! LOL Awesome instructions, thanks for posting this! Any other mods your doing you feel like giving us a hand with

Thanks again!

cost of raw metals is up, that might account for some of the increase

griffin · 09-30-2008

Nice clean job. I just moved mine from my 900 (was located under the radiator from the factory) because the front wheel throws crap all over it, especially in the winter. Plus, on the 900, you have to remove the unit in order to change the oil filter (real pain in the butt and knees). Moved mine up to the front left side (still gets enough air to bleed off the heat) using a $2 bracket and about 20 minutes. Always a way to improve on the bike so it fits our needs.

rocknskot · 10-28-2008

is there any other likely place to put the thing? maybe to mount it flat under the frame? is that plausible? it would be right near its present location, but not hanging down like a limp phallus.

Constrictor · 10-29-2008

So everyone benefits from the message I sent you through PM, I have had my rectifier in the same location since I originally did this mod back in '05 and havent had a single problem. I havent had any short circuits or any road debris damage the rectifier. I would assume that barring any extreme offroad riding, it will remain safe where I have it.

And to answer the question about mounting it flat under the frame, I do not recommend that as the rectifier gets very hot. The reason Kawasaki put it so exposed in its stock location is so that it comes in contact with air to cool it down. Under the radiator, it gets even more air (although thats not the reason to put it there), but flat, under the bike might cause it to overheat.

*ispeed77* · 10-29-2008

thanks for the info ! i have been meaning to do this mod since i bought my Meanie over a year and a half ago now. one of these days.....

TheWrights2004 · 02-22-2009

Well I have viewed this post 100 times at least and it has been saved on my computer for future reference for at least a year. Finally after receiving my chrome inner engine cover I decided to go ahead and do it. Man, what a great write up. My cost was under $2 BUT that was due to materials used. I mounted mine fins facing forward. So, I needed a poly spacer to fill the gap between the fins and the nut hole. Also, I installed a flat washer in the front and a lock washer on the rear under the nut. A few extra coins to cover parts BUT worth it IMHO. I like having the flat surface facing the rear of the bike as an added protection measure. Also, by doing this there is no binding issue with the harness coming out of the box and the bottom of the radiator.

Thanks for the info and saving me the $$ on buying one of the relocation brackets. Here are some pics (please excuse the dirt on the underside of the bike).
Check out the pic of the side of the bike pre-relocation and compare it to the after. MAN IS THAT FRIGGIN SWEET

tpetty · 08-28-2009

Found some hardware in a drawer that worked -- free mod that should have been factory standard -- GREAT pics!

06-23-2008	#62 (permalink)
ACDCfn Newbie Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 3	HELP!! Engine cover doesn't go back! God Damn! Can't believe how easy it was for everyone else and what a problem it is for me! I need someone's help asap please! Relocated mine to the front, that part was easy. However, can't put the engine cover back on@! Refuses to go back into place, bolts don't line up. Had 2 other people try it for me, couldn't do it. Thought it was the wires, so tried without them all togethere still can't do it. HELP!!

07-21-2008	#63 (permalink)
tpetty Made It To Second Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 95	Another awesome write up. __________________ Doctor is in.

08-24-2008	#64 (permalink)
drumster40 Live to Ride BTK Expert Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Montreal, Qc Posts: 323	OK you lied, it wasn't 62 cents it was 78, talk about misleading someone!!!!! LOL (ooops I forgot about the exchange rate?!?!?) Constrictor, I did the mod yesterday at lunch, I didn't even have time to finish one beer and it was done! So I stood there and admired my work with a second one!!! LOL Awesome instructions, thanks for posting this! Any other mods your doing you feel like giving us a hand with Thanks again! __________________ Drumster 2005 Mean Streak http://www.cruisercustomizing.com/drumster40

09-30-2008	#67 (permalink)
griffin Newbie Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 1	Relocating Regulator Nice clean job. I just moved mine from my 900 (was located under the radiator from the factory) because the front wheel throws crap all over it, especially in the winter. Plus, on the 900, you have to remove the unit in order to change the oil filter (real pain in the butt and knees). Moved mine up to the front left side (still gets enough air to bleed off the heat) using a $2 bracket and about 20 minutes. Always a way to improve on the bike so it fits our needs.

10-28-2008	#68 (permalink)
rocknskot the waterproof one... Forum Supporter Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Corpus Christi, Tx Posts: 1,980	is there any other likely place to put the thing? maybe to mount it flat under the frame? is that plausible? it would be right near its present location, but not hanging down like a limp phallus. __________________ Scotty '03 MS1500"Ghosty"

06-20-2008	#61 (permalink)
guitardadrocks Foil Inspector BTK Beginner Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 111	Awesome! Just relocated mine using this instruction. 30 minutes top.

10-29-2008	#69 (permalink)
Constrictor Way Too Much Free Time BTK Expert Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Steger, IL Posts: 1,054	So everyone benefits from the message I sent you through PM, I have had my rectifier in the same location since I originally did this mod back in '05 and havent had a single problem. I havent had any short circuits or any road debris damage the rectifier. I would assume that barring any extreme offroad riding, it will remain safe where I have it. And to answer the question about mounting it flat under the frame, I do not recommend that as the rectifier gets very hot. The reason Kawasaki put it so exposed in its stock location is so that it comes in contact with air to cool it down. Under the radiator, it gets even more air (although thats not the reason to put it there), but flat, under the bike might cause it to overheat. __________________ 2005 Magma Red Kawasaki Mean Streak 1600 1998 Bright Red Pontiac Trans Am 405.5 RWHP 385.1 RWTQ 2004 Nighthawk Black Honda Accord EX 6-speed

10-29-2008	#70 (permalink)
ispeed77 RIP Deron Harden :-( Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Gardner, MA Posts: 32,533	thanks for the info ! i have been meaning to do this mod since i bought my Meanie over a year and a half ago now. one of these days..... __________________ David - Moderator 2002 Suzuki DRZ400 2003 1500 Meanie, scraping pipes and frame :-) In loving memory of Deron Harden, forever in our thoughts :-(

02-22-2009	#71 (permalink)
TheWrights2004 Finally Got Into First Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cocoa, FL Posts: 65	finally did it... Well I have viewed this post 100 times at least and it has been saved on my computer for future reference for at least a year. Finally after receiving my chrome inner engine cover I decided to go ahead and do it. Man, what a great write up. My cost was under $2 BUT that was due to materials used. I mounted mine fins facing forward. So, I needed a poly spacer to fill the gap between the fins and the nut hole. Also, I installed a flat washer in the front and a lock washer on the rear under the nut. A few extra coins to cover parts BUT worth it IMHO. I like having the flat surface facing the rear of the bike as an added protection measure. Also, by doing this there is no binding issue with the harness coming out of the box and the bottom of the radiator. Thanks for the info and saving me the $$ on buying one of the relocation brackets. Here are some pics (please excuse the dirt on the underside of the bike). Check out the pic of the side of the bike pre-relocation and compare it to the after. MAN IS THAT FRIGGIN SWEET Attached Thumbnails

08-28-2009	#72 (permalink)
tpetty Made It To Second Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 95	Found some hardware in a drawer that worked -- free mod that should have been factory standard -- GREAT pics! __________________ Doctor is in.

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