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  1. bongobobny
    Yup, that sounds like our Rocket!!!
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    Well, the good news is that you obviously have good compression if there is a huge difference between plugs and no plugs. Are you seeing a good "mist" as it turns over with no plugs? I am strongly suspecting your battery is weak. Motorcycle batteries aren't that big or strong to begin with...
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    Forgot to mention, you want to check the oil level with the engine setting for a few hours for an accurate measurement. Halfway up the window is just about right. At or near the bottom, add some. At the top, it's overfilled and can cause problems such as throwing it out wherever it can, possible blowby thru the rings, etc...
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    The hard part is GETTING the bike up on the centerstand. A short length of 2X4 or 2X6 placed behind the rear tire then wheel the rear tire ON the wood block definately helps. From there just lower the center stand as far as it will go, and place your heel against it and rock/pull the bike further to the rear and the center stand should pop right into place...
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    Try telling that to Enzo Ferarri... No, unless you are building a racing machine, I will generally agree with you, however, there are many instances when proper torquing and torquing techniques are essential unless you want to stress and distort metal. A good rule of thumb (whatever that means) is if there are 3 or more bolts holding the part on, you are better served torquing down in a specific sequence. I use permatex antiseize on any thread that is not in an area that receives oil because when it's time to take the bolt out again, it will come out with no problems. All threads should be inspected and cleaned prior to installation. The biggest mistake people make is using WAYYY too much of the product. Just a fine thin coat is all you need...
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    Not sure if this is what you need but you only have 9 hrs. Sean is a great guy to deal with... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1986-86-91-VENTURE-ROYALE-3PC-REAR-CHROME-TRIM-NICE_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ10066QQihZ013QQitemZ230154003085QQrdZ1
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    As stated above, the TCI, which is located below the battery box can cause a problem. Their contacts can become corroded and cause problems. There have been a few threads on this subject, and you may want to remove the TCI, take the cover off, and let it either bake in the sun, or a low temp oven for several hours, along with cleaning the contacts. Yes, it is possible for one of the diodes to be bad causing one cylander to misfire. I assume you checked the suspect cylander for spark and know it is an electrical problem rather than a fuel delivery problem??
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    I put one on mine and wired it directly across the battery so that I can plug in a battery tender during the winter storage months... Elsewise it's there for the sake of bveing there. I even threw out the cigarette lighter part and put a rubber plug in it to keep it waterproof...
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    Ahhh!! I already answered his PM and THEN read this thread...
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    I should have a spare one, Mike, I'll check later. PM me your addy and it will be on it's way. Next time, buy an Oddessy dry cell. They are supposed to last around 10 years. Well worth it just for the extra power...
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    Or, come down and try out the extra one I have and see how you like the height of a tall one. If you like it, you may use it untill you can pick up another one or if I ever put the parts bike back together...
  12. bongobobny
    I for one did not know '83's do not have a reserve function! I just know my '84 does...
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    You are right, it's a typo. Your capacity should be around 5.5 gal with the resrve. You should get just a tad below 40 mpg. I generally make it around 140 to 160 mi between fillups without going to reserve. The gas gauges on the Venture can sometrimes need adjustment or replacement of the sender unit. It's not a hard thing to do at all. Gee, if you were in Springville, all you had to do was come across Rt 39, which has a lot of nice twisties in it, and stop by. I was in my garage adsjusting my shifter and puttering around with other things. My phone number is in the member's directory...
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    Well, I just bought one, and hope it fits!! I guess I'll find out soon enough...
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    Have a new set of plugs handy when you do the seafoam routine as it can tend to foul up plugs if there is a lot of contamination broken loose from it...
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    I will be working Saturday morning at Moog, but will be off all afternoon if you want to ride out to Arcade. Adventurer is also from the area and has a 1st Gen. Just look him up in the member directory. There are also several 1st Gen owners just over the border in CND (C eh N eh D eh) who may offer their expertise. There are a couple of other 1st Gen owners in Clarence if you search the NY member directory...
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    Those fuel level senders have been known to be wrong. The real question is just how much fuel did you use?? You should be getting close to 40mpg, and considerably less if you drive over 70 a lot...
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    OK if the fan is cycling, then the sensor is working reasonably OK. The fact that the fan is cycling means that the temp is staying within normal operating ranges. If the fan was constantly on then I would be more worried. You probably should flush your cooling system and refill with fresh coolant. Just make sure whatever anti freeze you use is safe and reommended for aluminum engines. It should say so on the label somewhere...
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    Great news!! Now we can go riding! We're having a BBQ for Ventureriders (if anyone shows up) on the 28th if you can make it...
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    I think Rocket may be right, but try the old solder thingey anyway. Worst case senerio, I have another compressor assy on the '85 of unknown condition if you want to try it out...
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    So far both of my guesses have been mentioned. Yes, it does sound like a bearing problem, and it wouldn't hurt to check and clean/repack them, but the first thing I would check is the front brakes. If the rear caliper were hanging up I would suspect a pull to the right rather than to the left... I would suspect rear bearings moreso as it would seem that front bearings would cause a noticeable wobble!
  22. bongobobny
    Buddy beat me to the punch! You can test the output with an old fashioned dwell meter if you have one. If not, then most likely your expensive TCI is most likely malfunctioning. Yes, they can "half work" but usually they are completely dead.
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    If not, then the proportioning valve, which is a common failure, would be next in line for clean/rebuild followed last by the rear caliper. I agree with the other guys that a good place to start is the master cylander though... A good flushing of the entire brake systems as well as the clutch system should be performed as peventative msaintenance every few years anyways to keep the systems in top operating condition. Every 3 to 4 years is good.
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    Just had to replace a bunch of similar P.C. mount switches on the tuner control module due to weathering, I assumed. I used some switches from a display panel for an old CD player but the push part was much longer so I cut them down and filled in the hollow center with some ABS plastic weld. I agree, Radio Shack USED to carry the right ones, but no more. You may try some commercial electronics supply companies like Allied, etc. If you find a solid source, let me know as you never know when one of those switches will fail...
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    I have looked at those, but never bought. Before you bid, go to www.jcwhitney.com and look at what they offer for handlebar grips. There is a pair that looks a lot like those only cheaper... These http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/Product/tf-Browse/s-10101/Pr-p_Product.CATENTRY_ID:2002125/p-2002125/N-111+10211+600014737/c-10111
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