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  1. atlm
    We switched to Vonage in 2005, after we got our first AT&T phone bill. Earlier this year, after 5 years of Vonage raising their rates, we switched to voipo. $108 a year including everything. And their employees and support are all in the US, which just adds to the goodness. Sounds like we and Blackjack were moving to the same carriers at the same time!
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    Thank you everyone for the kind words and prayers. They mean a lot to us, especially coming from people like you who continually show how much you truly care about others.
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    Hello again everyone. I've been gone for a while, and thought I should share what's been going on. It's been a difficult couple of years, with good news and bad news. A few months before buying our RSV, my wife started having unexplained pain in her legs. It got worse and worse, and eventually she couldn't stand or walk for more than a couple of minutes. Unable to work, she lost her job. After 2 years and close to 100 doctor appointments and tests at multiple hospitals and other medical centers, we still have no diagnosis. We don't know what it is. We just know what it isn't. And without a root cause, there is no way to fix it. Anyway, that's the reason we've been missing and our riding was so limited, even before we went missing. The good news: We had a break through of sorts. We still don't know the cause of the pain, but one of the spine doctors suggested a specialized device to help mask the pain. She had the surgery about 3 months ago and is doing much, much better. We even went out on a couple of short rides on the RSV! The bad news is that I don't see Venture-type (longer) rides anytime soon. The RSV is spending most of it's life just sitting in the garage, and I don't know how long that will continue. So, we've decided to sell it. If things continue to improve, we might get something smaller in the spring just to do short rides, and hopefully we can meet up with the GA group again for breakfasts or lunches or something. We enjoyed your company and comaraderie very much in the times we've shared with you.
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    Almost all motorcycle magazines have them now. I'm still getting the HF flyers in the mail, though, with the coupons.
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    I did exactly what you're planning to do, and it works great! I set up a "free checking" account at Wachovia (low balance, no fees), and use it strictly for eBay/PayPal. Almost all of my PayPal purchases are via credit card, but the bank account gives me a place to transfer money from sales.
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    There's also a second fuse for the audio system. It's in the fuse box behind one of the side covers. It's labeled "backup". If your primary audio fuse is okay, then that one is probably the culprit.
  7. atlm
    For anyone who hasn't seen it yet, this is worth reading: http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/gearbox/motorcycle_helmet_review/index.html I plan to buy an Arai Profile this year, but it has nothing to do with safety, image, or my current 6 year old helmet being "worn out". It has everything to do with airflow, comfort, and fit.
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    I've used the (sealed) Walmart batteries in my last few bikes, and most of my friends use them now, also. They've always been the last battery we've had to put in (none have ever gone bad while we've had them). They're made in Taiwan. On the other hand, I've had less than great luck with stock Yuasa batteries. To be fair, though, a lot of those sit in bikes in dealer showrooms getting discharged for months or years before going on a proper charging regimen. The biggest mistake a lot of people make with a new battery is installing it and immediately using it, rather than slow-charging it first. That will destroy any chance a battery has for longevity.
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    It's a plastic knob with a brass threaded fitting pressed into it. You just screw it in. We've never used ours, either (or the radio or CB or any of that stuff). Having a missing piece just bothered me, so I replaced mine.
  10. atlm
    I haven't used an Interstate battery, but if you're looking for a less costly alternative to a stock battery from a dealer, Walmart batteries are absolutely the best bang for the buck. They're $70 for the Venture battery, and they're bulletproof.
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    A word about mesh jackets: they don't all offer the same venting or protection. I have a Hein Gerricke mesh jacket that I wore for years, but was way too hot for GA summers. Last year I spent a bit more and got a Dianese mesh jacket. It's truly amazing, and is as cool as just wearing a t-shirt, and fits better, and has higher quality armor. I can't count the number of times I've heard, "I only wear leather because it protects better.", only to see the same person riding without their jacket because it's too hot.
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    I found mine missing one day, also. Ordered one from a dealership after getting the part number from a diagram I found online. I think it was about $14.
  13. atlm
    Thank you for all the discussion on these tires. I'm getting close to replacing my RSV tires and had previously chosen Avons based on all the good things I heard about them.
  14. atlm
    My battery just died, also, on Saturday. Have had it on a Battery Tender for most of the winter, and had just disconnected it a couple of hours beforehand. Turned the key, the engine turned over once and stopped. Battery showed 4vdc. I was really grateful it happened in my garage instead of a zillion miles from home. In previous bikes, I've had great luck with the (sealed) batteries from Walmart. Just for giggles, I called the closest dealer for a price: $141 plus tax. Went to Walmart: $70. The one I pulled out was from NAPA, so apparently this is the second time it's being replaced. As has been described, you just add the acid, wait 30 to 60 minutes depending on the battery size, and snap on the top seals. You have to clean up a bit of acid from the top of the battery, as they typically bubble out a little while filling, and spit out a little more while sitting for the first few minutes. Battery acid is some nasty stuff, so make sure to wear rubber gloves. I also wear eye protection because I'm paranoid. Then hook it up to your favorite low current charger until it shows green.
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    GA has pending legislation: http://handsfreeinfo.com/georgia-cell-phone-laws-legislation
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