Venturous Randy

In the process of trying to download a free Word program, I ended up getting infected with BoBrowser. It will try to take over the operation of your computer. The symbol for it looks like Google Chrome, but it has nothing to do with GC. It even rearranged my favorites list. I also lost IeSpell. I think I finally got rid of it and in the process lost my wireless ability for awhile and had to use an ethernet cable, while my other laptop worked fine with the wireless. After many restores to earlier dates, and other things, I finally got it all back. I would still like to have a good word program, but I'm afraid to try again. RandyA

I have swapped out used shims both from the local Yamaha shop and an independant shop. both times they never charged me anything. RandyA

This has been on the national news several times and the rider that posted the video has been found and charged. This ain't over yet, they are going after these guys. Cops don't like to look as if they have no control of a situation. With the right people looking, there is not as much anonymity on the internet as some people think there is. RandyA

One more thing about mileage on these engines. I just replaced the 167,000 mile engine in my 83 with another 83 engine that had 30,000 miles on it. The old engine was strong, it would scream, and did not use any noticeable oil. The main reason I swapped the engine was I had put a 2nd gen Venture transmission in the new engine that had wider spaced gear ratios. The problem I am having now is the lower mileage engine is not nearly as strong as the high mileage engine. The point is, just because the engine has a lot of miles does not mean it necessarily needs overhauling. My suggestion would be to take the valve covers off and check the valve clearances and then put a starter on it and do a compression check. If this turns out pretty good, I would fix the oil leaks and put the engine in the bike. This could give you years to find a lower mileage engine. RandyA

One more thing you need to do, add this header information so when someone reads your post, they will not have to go to your profile to see what kind of bike you are taking about. Otherwise, you will need to note what bike you are talking about in your post. RandyA http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?90684-Help-us-to-Help-you-with-your-bike-info-in-your-header-updated-to-new-forum

What makes you think it must be overhauled? RandyA

I have never had one of my pictures show up in the pictures above and I suspect it is because I have never put anything in the photobucket, only in individual posts. RandyA

Wow, I have never seen a rotor than damaged, especially on a motorcycle. I am also surprised you did not get more milage on your pads. Like said, you must be a heavy rear braker. RandyA

Very interesting videos. Thanks for posting. RandyA

Price of oil hit $67.75 earlier today. It has gone back up a little over a buck since for about a $4.60 drop today. Different that most other tax revenues, when the price of gas goes down and people use more gas, there is more tax revenue because it is taxed per gallon, not per dollar spent. RandyA

If you are having brake fluid coming out your shifter linkage, I suspect the master or a hose is leaking and migrating down a wire or something to the linkage. As far as the in and out slop, there should be "C" clips and washers to minimize this. RandyA

Thanks for sharing Steamer. It is good to see green trees and folks in short sleeve shirts. I have never stayed at the motel, how was it? Randy

Yep Eck, there are a lot of our members that are not on the map. I think your suggestion is a great idea with the map. RandyA

If you connected the wire to the battery without the resistor earlier, you may have damaged the CMU, even though it did work for a while. Start with the basics, check the continuity thru the resistor. If it bad, consider yourself lucky and replace it. RandyA

[quote=azxvz1284;874455 Man, this is a heavy bike! Richard in AZ What kind of bike is it? Maybe you could include that in your header. RandyA http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?90684-Help-us-to-Help-you-with-your-bike-info-in-your-header-updated-to-new-forum

Yeah, it went for $237.50 with five bids and no I did not bid on it. I tend to be a last second bidder and will list my maximum bid that I am willing to pay. If it goes for more than that, then I don't feel like I lost out on anything. Just curious, did you do more than the one bid? I started to call you earlier, but you did not have your phone number in your profile. RandyA

Hey puc, since they are going to be working around your nose, are they going to shave your beard off? All razzing aside, you are definately in out thoughts and prayers. RandyA

I was thinking about bidding on it, but for me, the pickup round trip is a bit much. You are much closer and I hope it works out for you. RandyA

This may be a good option, but you will have to hurry. http://www.ebay.com/itm/141471619425?_trksid=p2060778.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT RandyA

Yep, I now remember us talking about that before. Like I said, unless I was misreading and I was. RandyA

I suspect you have a cylinder that got rusty from getting water in it. That is why I asked if it stopped suddenly, or would still move some. You may have to take the carbs and manifolds off so you can look down into the top of the valves. If there has been water in it, you will see a lot of crud on top of the valves. RandyA

Diesel engines are probably the toughest environment for any oil. Given this, I started using diesel oil years ago and feel it works great for any vehicle that I have, whether it is my Infiniti, the bike or lawn mowers. RandyA

This bike (85) is No. 4off the assembly line with the factory 2nd gear issue resolved. That's why I'm keeping it. Not sure it's worth it but so far the '84 has no 2nd gear issue with 65 to 66k miles showing on the odometer. Unless I am missreading your comment, it sounds like just because the bike is an 85, it does not have the 2nd gear issues. Actually, the 2nd gear extended into 85 to about the 1413 bike. I don't think the 2nd gear issue is an absolute on a 83/85 1st gen, but it is highly likely from what I have seen. RandyA

I want to switch the bulbs to LED's and was wondering if anyone has any suggestions on the best way to go. I have heard that some are not happy with the brightness of some bulbs they have tried. I know there are entire light assemblies, but I was hoping to stay with the the same housings that I have. RandyA