RandyR

We both head for the nearest DQ where we can swap lies.

The shippers may or may not always honor what the law states. Some just don't want to ship for non-FFL's even in those situations where its legal. The mom & pop shippers aren't experts on the law, so its easy for them to say, no. Going thru a dealer is the safe way. The dealers (both of them) will however have to log the gun in and out of their books. btw, the law does say that the receiver's ffl must be in the box. An ffl isn't required to ship a gun, only to receive one. (Gunsmiths only can ship back to the origonal shipper). Your son in Michigan, shipping to you in another state might be ok if there is a bill of sale in your name with the gun. I'd have to get a ruling from BATF in writing on that though, as some of their agents interpret the law in ways that might not hold up in court. But its not worth $50 to find out. You did the easy thing.

my miles per gallon go down noticeably when there's a headwind. Riding at 60mph with your rig, I'd keep it in 4th gear most of the time, even with the vmax rear gears. Your rig is the trike, right? so is it an outrigger style trike that keeps the Yamaha rear end?

Is the event just Blizzards, or does it include 'normal' DQ stuff like hot fudge sundaes?

Having the IR anywhere near Sturgis (say 150 mile radius) for a week or 2 either side of the big Sturgis rally would not be good from my perspective. 1. prices for everything will be way up, and 2. availabilty will be way down. And the roads will be crowded with bikes. I think Colo would be a good choice for a central location.

Dan, thank you for sharing your grief with us. Our prayers are with you.

And real maple syrup on your pancakes..... !!!

The Hub in Arkansas is a good semi-central spot. (If you're east of the Rockies) Annie the Mascot votes for that.

Thanks Randy. I've done that a few times, but they're thicker than fleas, and I was looking for a fast kill method.

I use large vice grip pliers to squeeze back the pistons with the old pads still in them, after cleaning with brake cleaner and a tooth brush.

I've not been able to find a solution for this doing an internet search. Windows 8 and IE 10 browser. on some sites, back-arrow to return to the previous viewed web page doesn't work because the viewed history is filled with links for all the ads displayed along with the real web page. This is annoying, because I'm used to using back-arrow to return to my previous web page, and I do it a lot if researching something. I can work around the problem by using 'create new web page', but years of being able to back-arrow have become a habit. This has only become a problem the last couple versions of IE. I'm certain its the way the web pages are programmed with regards to the commercial ads they all run (mostly from google).

if you put on new pads, they will be thicker, and you WILL have to push the pistons back to install them. This in turn will push up the level of the fluid in the reservoir. If the reservoir is full, it 'may' overflow. I have had that happen. Thats what the 'bleed a little' advice is for. I agree it may be risky (for getting air in the line) unless you follow normal bleeding procedures while lowering the level in the reservoir if needed.

I use the white jug Rotella if I'm not going to ride more than 4,000 miles between oil changes. But I'll use the blue jug synthetic If I think it might be 6,000 miles before I can change oil again, ie: on a long trip. look for jaso-ma certified on the jugs. My Walmart is carrying the correct motorcycle filter, and its in the catalog/cross-reference hanging in the automotive section nearby.

There should be a fuel filter between the tank and carbs.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/190447856969 Try this.

leaking vacuum lines/caps.

there are a lot of members at the International right now. A couple have gotten into the rear gears, not many. I'd give this another week, then push the thread back to the top. It may not require a complete strip down. There are more than a couple members who have removed the rear gear assembly to have the vmax gears installed.

Thats a good way to wind down after a couple of days at work.

Or turn them loose at the local legislative building so they can entertain your politicians.

This is another internet hoax. Women are easy to understand, all you have to do is what they tell you to do, and when things don't work out, say, 'it was my fault'. That is really a set of IRS rules.

I think there was a Millenium version of the Roadie you might want to be on the lookout for...

Sautee is on the edge of some great riding. 1st. Plan on stopping at the Old Sautee Store for one of their huge & tasty sandwiches. 2nd the Sautee-Nachoochee Community Association is 1/4 mile N of the Old Sautee Store and has several museum exhibits and arts galleries. Also there is the Folk Pottery Museum which houses the largest exhibit of its kind anywhere, and is very well spent time. Riding. just head N on any of the roads out of Sautee. Helen will be crowded, but mid-week isn't too bad and worth a look if you haven't been there before. Take Alt 75 to the Richard-Russell Scenic Parkway (348), then follow GA 180 west to GA 60 and south to Dahlonega. Have Fun. Maybe I'll be able to catch you for some of this. Randy R

There was a big stack of Hostess Twinkies 10-packs next to the checkout aisle at Walmart today. Apparently the Hostess Brands is back in full operation. Http:\\hostessCakes.com I knew everyone would want to stock up.... I don't think Walmart carried Hostess previously.

Get the '07, you won't regret your choice a year from now.

If a light isn't changing, and you're waiting at the intersection, then it's -malfunctioning-.