Fork nut wrench tool followup

[dingy]

I have received a quote for producing a tool that will allow the tightening of the fork bearing nut with a 3/8" torque wrench.

 

This procedure is outlined in the service manuals beginning with the 1986 manual. This is under Periodic Inspection & Adjustment - Chassis - Steering Head Adjustment.

 

Also, if you are the proud owner of the MKI (83-85) Ventures, you could use the procedure outlined in the 86-93 manual. If you need a copy of this procedure I can provide it for you.

 

The tool will work on any year Venture. The same part number is shown in the part fiche from 1983 through the RSV's for the steering head bearing nut.

 

I have a one piece sample coming so I can try it to insure fitment.

 

The tool will be laser cut from 1/4" thick, 304 stainless steel, mill finish.

 

In order to cut the cost for the tool, I will receive the tool from the supplier just as they come off the laser cutter. There will be a slight amount of slag that I will clean up using my stationary belt sander.

 

I need to know how much interest there would be in this tool.

 

I can supply this tool at a cost of $23.00 including first class shipping to lower 48 US & Canada.

 

I would not have to be paid in advance for this item. Payment would be made at time of order. Supplier has agreed to allow me 30 days to pay.

 

If you would be interested in one of these, please post to this thread or PM me.

 

Attached is a picture showing dimensioned tool, left side shows engagement with nut, right side is a scan of Yamaha tool.

 

Gary

 

Edited April 9, 2010 by dingy
price change

[Dano]

Beats the heck out of using a screwdriver and hammer. Put me down for one.

[skydoc_17]

Hey Gary,

Great Job! I would like one as well. I can Paypal you the funds anytime you like.

Thanks for working on this,

Earl

[BJB]

Put me down for one too.

[short-haul]

Put me down for one I always need new tools

[Carbon_One]

Add me to the list as well. Tools are always in use in my garage. Let us know when & where to send the funds.

Larry

[Chinto]

This is a project on my to do list this spring but I don't have the right tool for the job until now. I definitely need and want one too. I can paypal you when your ready. Thanks

[Texaskid]

Put me down for one also. And let me know where to paypal the payment.

Thanks

[Evan]

Yes, add me to the list please. Great initiative!

[FreezyRider]

Ditto! Put me down for one.

[Thom]

put me down for one , yell when you need paypal

[Black Owl]

Heck, I'll take one too. If for no other reason than to have a tool that Rocket don't got...

[Canuck]

Put me down for one also.

[Jerry W]

I'm in, sounds like a great tool for a maintenance day. Let me know when to send the money.

[plainmd]

Just let me know when they are ready..I will take one

[LilBeaver]

Well shucks; Looks like I ought to be in for one of these too. While the hammer and screwdriver work, I sure do prefer to do it right...

[Leland]

Me too.

[Sleeperhawk]

Put me down for one too.

[Wizard765]

Count me in for one as well...

 

Thanks for doing this.

 

Wayne

[Marcarl]

Well if Rocket don't have it and Black Owl wants it, and everybody else can't seem to do without it, I'll need one as well. Don't know what I'll use it for just yet, seeing as my head is just about perfect, and I don't want to go screwing around with something that don't have any problems, but I'm sure I find a good use for it sooner or later,,,,,,, we do have VentureRiders visiting here on occasion, so the time might come.

Yes, I could use one.

Carl

[Bubber]

Heck I don't have a MAYTAG!

Sorry!!!!:stirthepot:

Just charge that one to BommerCPO.

LMAO

[Freebird]

Put me down for one also and thanks for doing this.

[RandyR]

Gary,

 

I'll take one. Let me know when to pay.

[gscbertrand]

I'll take 1 as well. As above let us know when you need payment. Thank you for all the work for this.

[a1bummer]

Excellent Idea! Count me in for one.