tundra tom
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posted September 16, 2007 07:44 AM
 Edited By: TedG on 16 Sep 2007 10:43
C-14 HEATED GRIP INSTALL
After reading a review a of these: http://www.dual-star.com/index2/Rider/heated_grip_kit1.htm
I ordered a set for $30, great customer service and delivery BTW.
The Toggle switch that comes standard was too large for the location I wanted to mount it. There is a square hole stamped in the dash frame behind the blank cover on the left side. I replaced it with Radio Shack part # 275-352, Mini center off Toggle switch.
Dual Star recommends using their heat shrink tubing on Aluminum bars for the left side ($3.95) This has a 1" I.D. for larger bars so it takes quite a bit to shrink it down on the C-14. I used a propane torch on low with a flame spreader.
The instructions are some of the best I've seen. Simply remove the grips and any glue residue, wipe with alcohol and your ready to apply the elements. They are marked Clutch and Throttle, remove those labels, peel the backing off and from the center out apply to the bars with no air gaps. Since they do not wrap around the entire bar leave the space on the back about where your wrist would be while riding.
The Throttle side will need some obvious slack, I routed the loop through the Throttle cable tubes and zip tied it to the lower Master Cylinder Banjo bolt.
I found that with the sleeve on the left Grip you need a two Throttle sized I.D. Grips for the install. I had gel grips on so the stock Throttle Grip went on the Left side till I get another set of Gels. Both Stock and Gel Grips heat up at the same rate and level BTW. I didn't glue the Grips back on, they are plenty tight!
For power the switched stock accessory leads on the left side work well. This circuit is rated for 10 amps. The Grips use 6 amps, max at 36 watts. I had to extend the ground lead from the right grip about 6" to reach the acc. plug. Splice connectors are included but I've never liked them. Simple crimp style bullet connectors will plug right in. Also sub-fused the power wire at the switch with a 6 amp fuse holder.
From there I mounted the Switch left center on the plug to allow for a future Switch on the right of it. D.S. offers a flush mount rocker style Switch too. Personally find there hard to use with gloves but YRMVG.
Upon testing I found the leads are actuated opposite of the wiring. If you want "up" to be the high heat setting, put the white wires on the lower connection (opposite of the Photo[:I])
Testing on a cool morning with standard Held racing Gloves these heaters work great. On high they almost got too hot after a while but temps say under say 45f. this would be a welcome level. The Low setting gave a nice warm feeling to both sides. At $34 + shipping, like a heated vest, this Farkle will be worth twice the price in cold weather.
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wormgear
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posted September 16, 2007 08:31 AM
Nice Tom, looks great, good install. Another item on my list.
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TedG
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posted September 16, 2007 09:45 AM
Good job. Fixed the pictures and links.
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AllStingNoBling
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posted September 16, 2007 10:04 AM
$34+shipping?! Hell YEAH!
Once again, thank you, members of Bikeland.org 
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posted September 16, 2007 10:14 AM
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R6Richard
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posted September 16, 2007 03:52 PM
Let us know if your grips come loose when they're hot.
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tundra tom
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posted September 16, 2007 05:44 PM
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Let us know if your grips come loose when they're hot.
Will do. Thanks for posting the pics too.
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tundra tom
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posted September 25, 2007 10:22 AM
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Let us know if your grips come loose when they're hot.
Got the Grips real hot (on high setting) in 45 degree temps. for over an hour, no grip slippage what so ever.
Low setting gives a nice constant warmth. The Throttle side is a bit hotter so be sure to get the shrink tubing for the left side or the difference will be pronounced.
Road the long way home from Custer South Dakota through the Badlands, fantastic UJM.
Corkscrew switchbacks to freeway drone, it's all good.
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08CC14
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posted September 26, 2007 12:21 PM
Hey Tom, which gel grips (and size) did you order? Did the original grips not fit over the heating elements?
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tundra tom
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posted September 27, 2007 07:54 PM
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Hey Tom, which gel grips (and size) did you order? Did the original grips not fit over the heating elements?
Pro grip # PG0719 (Black) ,they are 5" long.
The smaller I.D. left grip will not fit over the shrink tube sleeve and heating element so you need two Throttle sized (right side) grips.
I don't mind the extras since I've got a BF Snowblower that is in need of some better grips anyway.
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08CC14
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posted October 04, 2007 05:11 PM
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Hey Tom, which gel grips (and size) did you order? Did the original grips not fit over the heating elements?
Pro grip # PG0719 (Black) ,they are 5" long.
The smaller I.D. left grip will not fit over the shrink tube sleeve and heating element so you need two Throttle sized (right side) grips.
I don't mind the extras since I've got a BF Snowblower that is in need of some better grips anyway.
Thanks Tom, I didn't realize that one grip was sized differently than the other. So are you going to put heated grips on your snowblower as well? 
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