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    Oskaloosa, IA You know, the place that never freezes. It's what we all call it anyway. Bryan
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    Now that's just not true. We were trying to tell you about the curves and which way to turn cause we knew you couldn't see over the windshield / dash. Bryan
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    Those CB's came in VERY handy on our Wisconsin Leaf Lookers Ride. Didn't they guys? They are all most a must for "group" riding. Bryan
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    Not sure I put this in the right forum but couldn't find a "Lost & Found" forum?? IOWEGIAN (AKA DEB), anyone seen her? DEB where are you? Hope all is well. Are you and Gary coming to this years Wisconsin Leaf Lookers? Hope you can make it even for a while, just miss your smiling face. Bryan
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    ???? A long week in Wisconsin???? When we go there for a week it seems like 24 hours later we have to head back home! Boss you aint do'in something right, that's for sure! Enjoy your vacation. Bryan
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    Rick, Man oh man oh man, what are we going to do with you. Better get that book started, (Stupid things you should NOT do on a bike). Glad you came out as good as you did, could have been MUCH worse. What was that saying "20 years from now we will look back and laugh?" Take care of him Shirley, and if you need help give me a call. Bryan
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    What, Only 60? Was there a speed cop behind you? Bryan
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    OK, this is for all you NON believers! YAMAHA Venture parts are not hard to find and can be found ANYWHERE!! Right Rick? Bryan
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    Just some more pictures. What a beautiful day!! PUB RD # 13 NEEDS PAVED!!!! Internet site I found said it was "I thought" LIED! #72 is like a 4 lane highway compared to Pub RD # 13. Bryan
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    A few more pictures! Bryan
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    West Virginia has got a lot of really great roads for motorcycles! Bryan P.S. Hope that picture Rick had of me didn't break your computer.
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    Bike is packed, ready to roll. One more hour of work, then a shower and we are on the way! :banana: Been raining this morning here but looks to hold off now till after we leave the area. :banana: See ya soon Rick & Shirley!! Bryan & Lisa
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    Well Charlie I have never had the PLEASURE of meeting you. But as had been said I do enjoy reading your bits you throw out for others. Sorry to hear about your health, hope the best for you. I know some day I will have to write a post like this and I feel it would be very hard for me to do so. I have always wanted to go to Canada fishing, hope to get there soon and maybe look you up and get our lines wet. Till then good luck and keep posting, just cause you don't have a bike is no excuse for not posting. Bryan
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    Hey Rick! Looks like it will be an "exploring" week! Wonder if any of their pavments / blacktops end in dirt like Missouri's do? We get up in them hills & hollers,,,,,,, well I hope I can out run somebody in the group! Cause I can't squeeeel! :rotfl: :rotfl: IS IT FRIDAY YET!!!!!!! Bryan
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    A grilled Rib-eye steak (medium) over charcoal with 57 sauce, baked or twice baked potato with butter & sour cream, and corn on the cob with "real" butter a Coke to drink and some chilled water melon for desert. YUM, YUM! Bryan
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    ?? Don't rule out altitude to fast, I bet it may have played a part too. Approximate boiling point of water (a decrease of about 1 degree for every 540 feet of altitude): Altitude Temperature Sea Level 212° F. 2,000 Feet 208° F. 5,000 Feet 203° F. 7,500 Feet 198° F. 10,000 Feet194° F. Bryan:confused24:
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    :sign yeah that: But I will be following that white M&M to WV, and if I see you on the side of the road, I will stop.......... I Promise Buddy.. :whistling: Bryan
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    You said it was 110*, and with the heat from the engine (while seldom occurring) can cause the fuel to "boil" in the fuel lines and cause it to feel like it is running out of fuel. (Vapor-lock) "See below" Some of the HD riders around here put an extra hose or some insulated tape around their fuel lines so the engine temp will not cause the fuel to "boil" in the lines and shut them down. Chemical and Physical Characteristics of Ethanol and Hydrocarbon Fuels IG 2 - 5 Characteristics of Gasoline (A Hydrocarbon) Hydrocarbon fuels (gasoline, diesel fuel, kerosene, jet fuel, etc.) generally have similar characteristics whether they are flammable liquids or combustible liquids. Gasoline is a hydrocarbon produced from crude oil by fractional distillation. It is non-water miscible (which makes it hydrophobic) and has a flash point of approximately -45°F, varying with octane rating. Gasoline has a vapor density between 3 and 4. Therefore, as with all products with a vapor density greater than 1.0, gasoline vapors will seek low levels or remain close to ground level. Gasoline has a specific gravity of 0.72–0.76 which indicates it will float on top of water since it is non-water miscible or insoluble. Its auto-ignition temperature is between 536°F and 853°F, and it has a boiling point between 100°F and 400°F depending on fuel composition. Gasoline is not considered a poison but does have harmful effects after long-term and high-level exposure that can lead to respiratory failure. Smoke from burning gasoline is black and has toxic components. Gasoline’s greatest hazard is its flammability even though it has a fairly narrow flammability range (LEL is 1.4 percent and UEL is 7.6 percent). Characteristics of Ethanol (A Polar Solvent) Emergency responders are generally not going to encounter pure ethanol unless they respond to an event at an ethanol production facility. Ethanol for use in motor fuel blends will generally be denatured with up to 5 percent gasoline or a similar hydrocarbon (E-95) for any style of transport. Nevertheless, the following discussion of the characteristics of ethanol will be based on pure rather than denatured product, for in actuality the denaturant will have minimal effects on product characteristics. Chemical and Physical Characteristics of Ethanol and Hydrocarbon Fuels Pure Ethanol is a polar solvent that is water-soluble and has a 55°F flash point. Ethanol has a vapor density of 1.59, which indicates that it is heavier than air. Consequently, ethanol vapors do not rise, similar to vapors from gasoline, which seek lower altitudes. Ethanol’s specific gravity is 0.79, which indicates it is lighter than water but since it is water-soluble (it be considered hydrophilic). it will thoroughly mix with water. Ethanol has an auto-ignition temperature of 793°F and a boiling point of 173°F. Ethanol is less toxic than gasoline or methanol. Carcinogenic compounds are not present in pure ethanol. Like gasoline, ethanol’s greatest hazard as a motor fuel component is its flammability. It has a wider flammable range than gasoline (LEL is 3.3 percent and UEL is 19 percent). In a pure form, ethanol does not produce visible smoke and has a hard-to-see blue flame. In a denatured form there is little to no smoke, but a slight orange flame may be visible. Interestingly, ethanol and some ethanol blends can conduct electricity while gasoline does not and is considered an electrical insulator. The most striking difference between these two fuels is that unlike gasoline, ethanol mixes easily with water. While it is possible to dilute ethanol to a condition where it no longer supports combustion, this is not practical in the field as it requires copious amounts of water. Even at 5 parts water to 1 part ethanol, it will still burn. Bryan
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    ?? Could the "vent" on the cap be sticking? Bryan
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    I get 3 to 4 mpg BETTER with the cheapest "regular" 87 octain gas, than I did when I was using the 10% ethanol blend. So "regular" is all I put in now (if I have a choice). Also get about 2 mpg better when I get gas out of state. Bryan
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    I don't know anything about "HID" lighting, but it looks to me like that would be a "ballast" for the lights. Bryan
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    Also is it wired for a trailer? But as said before check the grounds first. Bryan
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    According to our local sheriff and a Iowa state trooper, both told me you can have any color just as long as you can not see the bulbs, only the "glow" from them. Bryan
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    Sorry that one offends me too, sounds to much like butt! :rotfl: :rotfl: JUST KIDDING!!!!!! Bryan
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    Very good Boss!! Now if we can get down to some more serious stuff? Words that offend ME! ME would like everyone to stop using the words > "I" to personal, "AND" means you got more stuff, "THE" sounds to much like the, "HELLO" sometimes me just wants to say "hey", "HAPPY" me not always in a good mood, Now if we can all do this, it will make me very UNHAPPY! SO LETS HAVE FUN ALREADY!!!!!!!!!!!!! Speed limit is 70mph and me likes to ride 55mph so this offends me also, but me gots to live with it!!! Bryan
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