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Kettlinton what brand windshield is that, a Cee Bailey? Looks really nice. I am in the market for a lower windshield and that one looks sweet. Ditto on Ace's comment, that is a nice looking machine you have there. Thanks Bill

Guys appreciate all the input. Had a little time tonight, checked the pipes, all are hot so I assume all cylinders are firing, drained all fuel from tank and filled with a heavy concentration of Seafoam, and Mystery Oil and about a 1 gallon of fresh gas and let it run for quite a while to be sure the mixture made it to the carbs. Will let it sit overnight and give that a shot and see if loosens anything. Question, I have read about different folks "tapping" on the float bowls as well as draining them. I have not garnered the courage to tear into carbs yet (this coming winter project) so I ask, . . . . . . . can I see the float bowls without taking anything off the bike or do I need to take off the gas tank, air box, etc. Thanks Bill

Thanks guys for all the insight, won't be able to get to it till this weekend but will check all the suspect areas. Appreciate the input and advice.

After a some winter maintenance on my 2000 Venture (none which had to do with engine and fuel system), I dropped the bike down off of the stand and decided to fire it up. After setting all winter with Seafoam through the system it kicked over first hit of the switch, was a bit sluggish but to be expected. After running for about 5 minutes I noticed fuel dripping from the bottom of the front cowling, removed the cowling and saw it was dripping from a small rubber hose that is on the right side that looks to be running to the carb area. (looking at the bike from the front) I have read various articles about sticking floats and such and assuming this may be it but I do have one silly question. One of my winter maintenance efforts is plugging the AIS. I was only able to get the "back" one plugged while on the stand and figured I would do the "front" one after it was off the stand. I did not get to plugging the "front" one yet before staring the bike . . . the stupid question is could that have anything to do with the fuel leak, basically running with only half of the AIS plugged? Appreciate any input. Thanks! Bill

How about brackets for hanging RK mufflers on a 2 Gen Venture? Know anyone on here who makes them? Thanks elker80

I paid $5100 for my 2000 Venture with 31K mile in immaculate condition and with all maintenance records and receipts. I know there are many factors that come into play with buying a machine but as someone posted earlier if you thought it was worth it you would pay for it. Pretty much was my case, the bike was showroom condition and the fellow strongly encouraged my wife and I to take it out for long afternoon ride (which we did) but then offered for me to take it home for the evening and check it out to be sure it was the right bike for me . . . . wow. Don’t find that very often! The bike sold itself but the integrity and honesty of the seller was a real deal closer. I was very fortunate. Love the bike and love this site!! :cool10::cool10:

Don, Did a great job on the upgrade. Looks real nice and seems to be faster. Nice work! Thanks Elker80

That's powerful in more than one way! Thanks for sharing!