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I used mercury for a long time too, then switched to a Twinmax - worked great, that came up missing in my shop one day and then I ordered a set of Vac gauges with all the extentions so I could reach into the carb banks on the inline(s) as most of them dont have nipples that you slide the hoses over like our Ventures - they work pretty dog gone good for what they are - just make sure if you get a set that they have the adjusters on them to control the vacuum (so the needles arent bouncing all over). One thing for sure, Earl is right on target - if your gonna own a V-4 Yam, owning and knowing how to use (simple really) a carb sync of some type is a must! Here is an example of what I have been using, just an example as I am sure you can find em cheaper. Vacuum Carburetor Synchronizer Carb Sync Gauge Yamaha XS XJ 1100 1200 | eBay

That is good question Eagle, gonna get my guess in early here and say probably about the same time they switched over to electronic ignition - maybe 78ish.

That's correct Fool, as a matter of fact I just sold 29 and a half tons of our product to a large consorteum down south. They only ordered 29 tons but because of their larger order I shipped them by Fed Ex and left the lids open on the extra half ton trunks so they would spread the Snolette cheer throughout the Southern states. I hope you dont mind me sharing that which you and our Arctic friends so freely gave!

That it was Fool, that it was!! Probably should of warned folks that Tweeks was gonna appear a little necked in that one!! Here is another of her "streaking" down the salt flats as necked as jay bird, this was taken the same day as the prank mountain video,

The next morning I double checked the air pressures on the brand new tire I had spooned on back at Sacramento and the new tire I had stuck on the front of Tweeks before we had ever started this nonsense. I didn't bother waking Tip up but instead went out to investigate that rugged little desert motocross track that ran in behind our little camping area. It really looked inviting to me as I have spent a fair amount of ride time clearing jumps and hopping whoops on tracks very similar to this one. I listened carefully and thought for sure I could hear the wonderful noise of a 1973 CR250M Honda Elsinore as it doubled the whoops and cleared the table tops. What a wonderful pleasure to now have yet another great camping spot to return to as Tweeks, Tip and I continue our adventures in the years ahead! Skull Valley Utah, we shall return!!!.

After asking the owner of the store to sign our Skull Valley sticker, we rode out and checked in at the awesome camping spot that our new friend had told us about. I have said it many times over, if you want to find out about hidden little locations filled with magic - it pays for a CTFWer to get to know the local people a little (it doesn't hurt to ride a gorgeous old scoot like Tweeks either). I smiled with glee when we pulled into our new found campground and noticed that it included a small motocross track with an abandoned bus that the area kids obviously used for a spot to cool off while getting some shade from the blistering sun that Skull Valley is so well known for. With any form of civilization a good ways off in the distance and nothing but a crystal clear Utah sky dotted with glittering stars in the heavens above the three of us fell fast asleep.

After we filled Tweeks fuel tank we went inside the Skull Valley Store, got a couple sandwiches, a coke, some fresh pop corn and went out front to sit on our favorite bench to relax while we pondered the day we had just experienced. The last time we were here a real friendly Utah woman had waited on the three of us - this time it was a middle aged man who was also a very friendly person. He came outside and visited with us while we ate dinner. After we chatted about Tweeks and our ride in from Sacramento, we told him that it is customary for the 3 of us to stop in to the store any chance we get, he started telling us about the store. Apparently it is owned by him and his wife, the girl that waited on us last year was an employee and he was glad to hear she had treated us well. He laughed when I told him about the video prank video Tip and I had made while camping behind his store. The owner said we could camp in there any time we wanted and stay as long as we wanted BUT, he said he knew of a spot that we would probably really get a kick out of. He gave us directions that involved riding a few desert trails that started about a half mile east of where we were setting. The attendant looked at Tweeks and said the old girl looked like she would do just fine on some of the deep ruts that plagued the trail leading to the camp spot he was thinking of - even in the dark.. Before heading out to find the secret camping spot that the Skull Valley Store owner had just told us about, I asked about the horse corral I had noticed earlier. The gentleman told me that local cowboys have a round up every year at the beginning of May and that they still use that old corral during that time. Apparently the old "open range" concept is still used out there and, just like in the old days - real genuine cowboys come in on HORSE BACK and round up the cattle that is scattered all over that huge section of land. I asked if they used quads and motorcycles to chase the cattle and he said no - they still do it the hard way. Apparently they do use a special breed of dog to assist in the round up - he began to explain that there is only one domestic dog that wont back down from Coyotes, they are white in color and a joy to watch work the cattle. I recalled many years ago being camped on the prairie and being awakened by some strange white dogs with bells on their collars chasing a coyote - I never did find out what kind of dog they were but, after I explained that to the attendant he said it sounded just like the kind of pooch he was referring to. He invited us out to watch the round up event and said they also do real old fashioned branding and "snipping" during round-up. Than, after all the work is done the cowboys throw a HUGE western shin dig that is second to none!!!! This sure sounded like something that Tweeks, Tip and I will have to attend some year and it is now on our ever growing bucket list.

We arrived safely in one of my favorite little camping spots in Utah - a place called Skull Valley. This time we actually made it in time to purchase fuel and get something to eat from the tiny convenience store other than the day old popcorn we had to eat the last time we came into this place. They have a huge parking area beside out back of this notorious western icon and that is the place where I have camped on several occasions going all the back into the 80's. Some of you readers may remember this location as the spot that Tippy and I made a prank video about a few years back. It is the one found on You Tube (all my ride video's can be found there by searching for me - Scott Barnhard - on the You Tube site) where Tip and I shared an early morning uptake of the gorgeous Utah mountains here in beautiful Skull Valley.

I know I already put the quarter in and played this for Steamer but, to be fair and so Steamer dont have to share.. You two have a blast down there Robin, ya hear!!

Wow Reiny, could not believe what I was reading here!! Absolutely - Thoughts and Prayers Up for your wife and your father!! Like you said, THANKFULLY it didnt happen while on the road somewhere, at least you folks caught it now! Please give them both a great big hug from Puc and Tippy and let them know we are praying for and thinking of them! Thanks for posting this up and PLEASE keep us updated.

WOW!! GREAT WORK THERE PLUMBER!! Thank you for sharing with us!!

NICE!! Thanks Don! Now the questions start Wondering what Viewed Traffic and Not Viewed Traffic are - like its any of my business:missingtooth: THAN (I know, that ol Puc is kind of a nosey old varmint), I also wonder what makes a Unique Visitor unique? Would that be people like Eck, FlyinFool and YammerDan?

@Chaplain Dusty, here is a link to that thread I was looking for. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/watering-hole/86325-carb-metering-rod-question.html?highlight=slide+needle I couldnt remember if I had actually sent this to you or not. I did end up dropping the needles on Tweeks by 67 thou as I recall. I worked perfect, she got and held her MPG just fine and maintained the ability to still run 85 octane (no spark knock from running to lean). She also made the whole summer last year and didnt burn down so I guess the jetting is pretty close. I didnt dare go any farther than the 67 thou though cause I had a hunch I would have to rejet my pilots and I didnt want to put that kind of work in her, again. Hope this helps and BLESS YOU TOO my brother!! Puc

Sounds like my cousin who moved down south many years ago Dan O'.. Guy by the name of Elvis sang a tune about her,, definitely your type!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMo1csFQbB0

Good on ya Goat!! Couple bucks here and there can make a BIG difference in turning around struggling finances! You are in our thoughts and prayers!! The quad sounds like it might need a good carb cleaning, maybe got some dirt in the main jet, especially if it runs fine at an idle. Depending on the carb, may have an access plug in the bottom of the bowl so you dont have to pull the carb - just unscrew the plug - grab a socket and pull the main out of it. I would pull the air cleaner and check for mice nests and pull the spark plug and make sure it aint fouled first though..

Hope you have fun down there too Craig!!

Have fun in the sun down there Steamer!! As far as actually moving down there,, if it were me I wouldnt even start looking until I had crossed that bridge that connects Key West to the bottom of Florida. Aint no way, aint no how, I would trust this cold weather not to figure out a way to get me even in Florida!!

Just heard there are a bunch of folks down there without power due to this extremely cold weather.. Hope any of our family members involved in that mess are ok! Thoughts and Prayers Up for everyone down there involved in it!! Puc

Don, do all the ads found under the section marked "Ebay" ads that belong to members here or do you have some kind of a flagging device on Ebay that grabs anything marked "Venture" that automatically posts it in our classifieds? Did I word that so its understandable???

Just found this posting a ways back,, I know its kind of an old one.. I was wondering if this MD thing was still on? Looks like it might be a fun place to go hang out...

Maybe I need to add some better pics or something,, its 5 dollars a TRUNK load Orlin, I simply do not sell Snolettes by the case! Oh, yea,, it is apparent that you dont know much about Snolettes. I have many return customers so, either people around here know they are real or they simply dont care!! All that said, should I send you a trunk load? I like the way SaddleBum thinks!!

My oh my,, look what the cat dragged in Tip!! If it aint our long lost pal @Lone Eagle!! Hey ya lop eared bald one - how's that Harley treatin ya these days bro!! Hope all is well!! Really nice to hear from you! Sharing awesome memories about that rally you put together out there in "The Dalles" was a piece of cake, there were sooo many to choose from - what a great time we all had!! Thanks for jumping on and saying hi Mr. Eagle! Dont be a stranger ya rascal - ya had us worried that you were still at the The Dalles trying to explain why you and @Condor chose their town for the Rally

We shall see my good friend, we shall see!! We get up there CTFWing across your beautiful country and if I find out differently, can I count on you to come and talk with the Canadian Authorities to explain where I got the notion from that we would be welcome?

Now why would I wanna do a thing like that Bubster? Its fun having a best friend who really believes I am the hottest thing since the invention of the fastest bike on the planet - an 83 Venture!! Me and Tweeks, we know a good thing when we're living it!!

Have a GREAT time down there CE!! Get on that ship, have the CaptN' choose a straight south heading and dont stop until ya hit 90 degrees!! Shut off the motor and stay there till ya here from one of CABIN FEVERED family members thats it's safe to come home (thats what I would do)!! Seriously, hope you have a super time down there!! Puc