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    Joe if you would, give me a call when the ride has been worked out. As mentioned the other day I'm not on the site much lately. Thanks:thumbsup2:
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    Here is a pic of the mount that I used. Jay I hope this helps. If not give me a call.
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    Now I'll tell you what.....that there was a good one !!!
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    I may have overlooked the post..... but I did not read that the spark plug is wet when removed.... but if it is... I would install a new spark plug and if the new plug doesn't do the fix then I would change the spark plug cap as Randy suggested. If the spark plug is dry when removed I would lightly mist WD-40 in the sync port of the dead cylinder while the engine is running and listen for the engine to speed up which would lead me to recheck that carb. Not knowing what work was done on the carbs......would it be possible there was a paper towel or something left on the carb during reassembly...if so that would make the compression low and the cylinder dead. I cannot imagine the sync being so far out that a cylinder with 130 lbs. of compression that is getting fire and gas....would seem dead when you rev the engine......just my thoughts........be sure to post the fix when it is found.
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    The spark plug cap was my problem when I had a wet plug on #3 (dead cylinder). Took apart the plug cap and found the copper/brass washer to be burnt and corroded......cleaned and applied dielectric grease and problem was solved. May want to read..... http://venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=41216&highlight=coil I hope this helps...
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    Playing music through a external speaker suspended in the sound hole, with the instrument hanging or in a stand, will speed up the aging process. One month of 24-7 music with good bass vibes would be equal to 2+ years of actual playing time for me.
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    The PIAA 70456 is listed 60/55 with 110/100 The PIAA 70476 is listed 60/55 with 130/125 I like the 70476....lights up the road well...has a blue/purple color listed. Might want to read this older thread..... http://venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=65604
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    Don......34 years ago I remember using similar words after buying my HD-28 Martin. During the last 34 years the Martin Box has masked my many vocal flaws which has kept the welcome spot open in many jam sessions for me. I paid $930 for the guitar...I have enjoyed it very much and refused $2800 for it last year. Wish I could say the same for my many other investments.
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    This is the best deal I found [ame=http://www.amazon.com/YA-1399-Yamaha-Performance-Replacement-Filter/dp/B000E2CP02/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1332514810&sr=8-1]Amazon.com: K&N YA-1399 Yamaha High Performance Replacement Air Filter: Automotive@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41-iSyf9LyL.@@AMEPARAM@@41-iSyf9LyL[/ame] I did need to cut/shave a small amount of the rubber (not the sealing surface !) to allow the filter to fit between the guide. With the OEM filter there was enough room to put a screwdriver between the guide and filter, but not the case with the K & N. I like the performance of the bike much more with the K & N. With less than 800 miles after installing the K & Ns, and that being just short rides,....the MPGs jury is still out. I like to do an average of 4 or 5 tanks for the MPGs.
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    After she cooooled down a bit, I bought her new clothes ( kinda camoed her), a make over and did all the paperwork at the courthouse to change her name......she is now SUNSHINE!!....and sorta cute....don't ya think?
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    After reading all the posts about ignition switch failure, I decided to install a keyed bypass switch instead of using a toggle or push button switch. I felt with the key locked in the trunk there would be less chance of the bike riding off into the sunset without me. I had already run battery power to a relay inside the flaring for the passing lamps which many members said would basically be the fix for the ignition switch failure.............but .....since I was already inside the flaring for Garmin power and had the tank off for carb work.....I decided to wire in a bypass switch also.
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    What was I supposed to do??? You already had a passenger......besides she was smokin warm!!
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    Did you do any pics and record a tune for us before you did the return????
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    Al, the best fix that I could come up with is not so pretty, but works like a dream on my Venture. I got all the fittings and 5/32" nylon tubing (pic 0723) at http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Shopping/Catalog/Pneumatic_Components/Pneumatic_Fittings_-a-_Air_Couplings/Push-to-Connect_Pneumatic_Fittings_(Thermoplastic) I picked up two short (1/2") hex head 8mm bolts (thread the same as the schrader valve...sorry). I drilled a 11/64 hole through the bolt and threaded 5mm x .80 . I replaced the schrader valves on the shock top with the bolts and O rings (picked up at NAPA) and two MEL4M-M5 fittings. (pic 0720 and 0806) I ran 5/32" tubing from the shock top through 3/8" wire loom to the inside of the flaring to a UY532 union. (pic 0678) From the union behind the flaring I ran the 5/32" tubing inside 1/4" tubing (for protection) along the frame to the trunk.....inside the trunk I used a FS532-18 fitting that has a female 1/8" pipe thread to which I connected my pump with gauge. (pic 0805) This lets me know that both shocks are of equal pressure all the time. I have tried running 0 psi in the shocks but the ride with 5psi is the best, just my opinion. I tried unsuccessfully to get fittings and tubing for auto/truck air shocks that would do the job. I hope this helps!
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    As a parent of two daughters...unimaginable....deepest condolences.
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    If he had a 2nd Gen it would be a Gold stirring stick!
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    Dan, looks like they are right on top of this plan........ Footers and block will be welded.....
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    Thanks Yammer Dan!! uh...uh....You were talkin about me?? On a serious note...I was thinking the same thing last month, while doing the clutch upgrade with Skydoc's parts, I was asked why I was basically "fixing something that wasn't broke" because my clutch had never slipped. My response was................ They said I needed to..............
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    Dano, money sent. Wishing for you a SPEEDY RECOVERY!
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    My 07 has made the same squeak/chirp seems forever. I added some Macs 1300 (anti-corrosion & lubricant) to the cooling system..thinking maybe the noise was the water pump?.....but still squeaks. May just be a little bird tweeting about an encounter with a Hardley or 1st. Gen:confused24:
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    Looks like you are ...armed...with facts for round two. Very Irritating
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    The anxiety...waiting for slides from Kodak at Fairlawn,NJ.....did I get the lightning or not?....the sunny 16 rule......lenses mm/shutter reciprocal....."ANSEL ADAMS".......Kodachrome 25.....exposure bracketing notes........ "See What You Did Condor".........forced me to do a trip down "MEMORY LANE" Thanks would be great if everyone would share a favorite pic.
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    Your bragging is justified...Great Work
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