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I've always used semi-metallic brake pads on all my autos, etc. because they provide good braking friction for stopping quickly. But, my 2005 Dodge Magnum with the Hemi engine came with ceramic pads. The car has great braking power because it has large brake rotors. Anyway, I changed the pads recently at 113,000 miles and they would have lasted another 10,000 at least. And the rotors had a mirror finish with no grooves at all. So, I am sold on ceramic brake pads now. They don't appear to destroy the rotors. They last a long time and still provide great braking friction. Might be worth trying to help our old bikes expensive maybe unobtainable rotors to last longer. By the way, I bought Akeboni pads for it and I like them because they provide great stopping power and great modulation.

This company in the Netherlands supposedly have some. https://www.cmsnl.com/vf1100c-magna-1983-d-usa_model1119/disk-lfrbrake_45351mb1700/#.X17JsmhKiM9

Your life is a treasure. Live it with a smile to benefit others. In other words, take your meds so you won't punch anyone!

Yeah, that's why the senile one always reads from a teleprompter.

The Gen 1s are about 80 lbs lighter but they don't feel like it due to the higher seat height and less rake of the front forks. They are also geared lower and will outrun a Gen 2 in a drag race. The seating position is totally different with the upright position of the Gen 1s with your feet under you. The Gen 2s have the foot forward cruiser riding position that is more comfortable for us older (ancient in my case) riders who are getting too familiar with Mr. Arthur Itis.

He who laughs last did not get the joke!

Glad she is okay. I worked with a guy who lost his wife when she took a combination of meds.

I'm skeptical. I just went to their web site and watched their video on how this plug supposedly works. I'd like to read FlyingFools response to this subject because they claim it has a capacitor inside the plug. I don't understand how a capacitor would work in this service.

People who give up their freedom for security deserve neither. Benjamin Franklin People who beat their swords into plows will plow for the people who keep their swords. Thomas Jefferson

I needed to sync the carbs on my Kawasaki so I decided to buy a gauge set after my sad experience with the Motion Pro Manometer. I ended up overpaying and bought a K&L Gauge set (made in Taiwan). It looks really nice all SS with its own case and has all the fittings needed for different brands. It worked great on my Kawa and I'm pleased so far. The #1 carb on my Kawa was closed off to the point it was missing at idle. Now, it throbs on all four. I had been having problems with the #1 exhaust pipe running much cooler than the rest. After syncing, it ran on all four at idle but the exhaust temp was not up to the rest after a ride. I cleaned the plug which didn't help. I installed new Champion plugs and it is back up to temperature. I'm beginning to wonder about the quality of NGK plugs. when I bought the bike in 2009, the #2 plug was dead. It was 24 yrs old but it only had 1k miles on it.

Went for a ride on the 07 Bluebird. I have never noticed the cooling fan running. Shouldn't it run while sitting at a stop light in 85 degree weather?

Thanks, because I would never know that just looking at the chart.

Looking at that chart it would appear that my 89 Venture should have 2 piston calipers on the front but both front calipers have 4? What am I missing?

Yeah, it's your lucky day! Be sure you contact them and give them all of your bank account information so they can make the money transfer! NOT!

I'm curious as to what brand these failing tires were and where were they manufactured? Back around late 80's, I bought a used 25' travel trailer. All 4 tires on it were cracked from sitting in the sun. A week after I bought it, I towed it 600miles to Disney World on the interstate at 65mph. I was expecting tire issues but did not have any. In fact, I've never had a tire failure due to age. Knock on Wood!!!!!

Seems the bike manual only states use coolant compatible with aluminum. It doesn't say anything about using the green stuff or the 5 year coolant?

This is our boat. It's a 98 18' Boston Whaler Ventura with a 99 Yamaha 2 stroke motor and we bought it in 2007.

Did you make sure the tires were up to pressure? Stupid question I know. Sorry. I have a 4' x 8' utility trailer I bought from Lowes in Manitowoc, WI to haul my ZN700 Kawa home to NC. The small tires on it are supposed to be inflated to 90 psig. When I was working in Homestead FL, I hauled the my 04 Kawa concours 15 miles down the turnpike to get some new tires installed. One trailer tire was only inflated to 30 psig but it sat up fine even with the 660lb bike in it. The trailer was rated for a max of 1600 lbs. So, I thought it would be okay. NOT! On the way back to Homestead, the right rear tire shredded. I didn't even know it until I slowed down to take my exit at Homestead. So, I continued to drive it back to my Townhouse. I was working 12 hr night shifts and I didn't have much time to get this done during the day when I should have been sleeping. Anyway, I ordered a new tire/wheel combo from etrailer because the rim was a goner too and the local stores didn't have a replacement tire/wheel combo. I learned to make sure the tires are up to pressure before towing!!!

The carbs might have to be cleaned. You could try the shotgun method first. Also, replace the fuel filter. https://vmax.lvlhead.com/tips/shotgun.htm

Would you tell us a little more about exactly what it's doing? Does it idle ok? Does it cut out when throttle is applied? I would put a bottle of seafoam or gumout with PEA in the gas to begin with. If it's cutting out when revving, a carb diaphragm might be ruptured? Fuel pump points failing seems to be a Gen 2 issue. Just wagging here. Fuel tank vent?

I've always thought I would have to have a BMW if I test drove one. But, I'm too cheap to put up with the very high maintenance costs and from what I've read, they are costly. Same reason I don't have a BMW motorcycle. If you google their reviews, it will scare you away. ABS problems are likely as well as numerous other ailments and are an arm and leg to repair. Back in 98, my 86SS Monte Carlo needed its 3rd engine replacement and it was bashed in from a Nebraska deer charging into the side so I test drove a 95 Lincoln Mark VIII and I had to have it. The performance, handling, comfort, and everything was just first class. DOHC V8 engine, rear drive with independent rear suspension was wonderful. Drove it 8 yrs and loved every minute. If Ford built that same car today with a 5L V8, I'd buy one. Traded it for a Dodge Magnum with the Hemi V8, rear drive, and independent rear suspension. Still loving it too. It's not as beautiful as the Mark but it's more powerful and has been more reliable. So yeah, I'm sure if I drove a BMW, I'd have to have one.

I think what he meant was that he connected the jumper cables to the wrong polarity which will usually burn up something. Some troubleshooting will be necessary to figure out what fried.

No dilly dallying in traffic or the engine will overheat since it doesn't have water cooling or a fan like most other air cooled engine powered cars. I'm sure I'm too old to fit in that sucker!

It's all good. A member was waiting for you to decide. So, it's sold.

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