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    Earl, A couple of pieces of information is needed. First, what is your incoming voltage (110, 230, 460Vac)? Single or three phase? What speed range do you want? Relative to the speed range, the previous motor will have a rating on it. Likely 1050 or 1650 RPM at 60 Hz. Also, what is the face dimension of the motor? Foot mount or face mount? Shaft dimensions? I suspect it is a 56C face (may be on the nameplate). A picture of the motor and the motor name plate would help. When the old motor was running, was it fast enough? Do you want to run at ultra-low speeds (5 RPM or less)? Assuming you have 230Vac, single phase, and the current (dead) motor was fast enough, and you don't need ultra-low speeds, a simple AC motor and VFD (variable frequency drive) with knob will take care of you. Even if you have 110Vac coming in, it can be done with a voltage doubler VFD and a standard AC motor. Let me know what you need and I'm sure we can get something set up. I am an automation engineer and our company sells high quality, inexpensive, simple VFDs and AC motors. RR
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    Remind me NOT to buy a used vehicle from this guy. RR
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    If you're getting a shimmy, I doubt it is the wheel bearings. More than likely, it is tires (are you still on the stock Brickstones?). Perhaps the steering head bearings are loose. Fairly common. Swingarm bearings? Very unlikely and a real bear to replace. However, it did remind me that I need to get mine out and inspect them this year. (Groan - something else to do). RR
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    And a bacon sammich. Get to it - chop, chop! RR
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    Seaking, Sorry to say, it is not quite so easy on a 2nd Gen. You need to remove the front fairing - outside and inside. A true PITA. This certainly sounds like a steering head bearing. But since it has been a few weeks since you originally posted - what was the verdict? RR
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    Naaah, that'll buff out. RR
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    BikeBandit.com. As a thought, I am working with the parts manager at my local dealer (I am fortunate to have a good dealer locally). We made an agreement for me to email what I need with some guidance on pricing from the internet. He will get as close to it as possible or just tell me to go get it online. Often he can get within 5 or 10% (sometimes matching). I will pay a little extra to buy local and keep my dealer in business. Tires, he doesn't even try. Tells me to buy elsewhere and they will install at a fair price. On another note, talked with service manager today and they will mount a car tire. Have done it on a couple of Wingabagos. That surprised me. RR
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    Sounds like you have someone there that can hold the bike up while you work on it. Just sayin'. RR
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    First I've heard of a problem with the slave cylinder, but you are right, it appears to be fairly easy to do (per the manual). If you are in there, probably a good idea. I might also suggest picking up a set of speed bleeders (http://www.speedbleeder.com). Will make the air purge and brake line fluid changes much easier. Search the site here for correct part number for each application. Actually, checked the website and it has all three applications listed for the Venture. Front brake (need 2), rear brake, and clutch. They are $7 each. I would also recommend the hose and bag ($6). RR
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    Got it. Called the clutch pipe in the manual. This is what the rubber clutch hose connects to and runs along the bottom of the engine to the clutch release (slave) cylinder - correct? From looking at the repair manual, it doesn't look too difficult to remove. Without going out in the garage and checking my bike (will do later today), not sure what will need removed. It appears the bolts come in from the bottom so it can be replaced with the engine in place. I will, however, reiterate upgrading to the SS clutch hose while doing this. Per your profile, the bike is a '99 and hoses degrade. The biggest PITA about changing hoses is draining and then purging the air after refilling them. You will be doing this anyway with the replacement of the clutch pipe. Would be a good time to upgrade the hose. I will update this thread once I get a change to check my bike in the shop. BTW, upgrading to SS lines in on my winter project list this year. I have a 2000 and the clutch and brake hoses are beyond needing replacement. Also, if you don't have a repair manual, there is one available for download on this site. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=1828 RR
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    I believe Skydoc17 has stainless lines for all the hoses. Buckeye Performance carries them also. If you are going to go thru the hassle of changing out a hose, might as well go with a SS one. RR
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    Not sure what bothered you, but this forum is like a family. We like to tease one another - good naturedly. There is nothing here that was written to bite, only to induce laughter. Hang around for a while and you will see who the instigators and targets usually are. They often change roles . And trust me, you don't want to see pictures of Bongobobny working on his tan (in an earlier thread he was talking of his vacation in FL). RR
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    Just thought of something. Before you go, upgrade your clutch springs to either a VMax spring (available from Skydoc17) or to a Barnett setup. The hack is going to be tough on your clutch and the spring is a known weak point. To change the spring is really easy, although the access is on the same side as the hack. Normally, you can do the change on the sidestand without even draining the oil. In the case of a sidecar, you will need to drain the oil first. RR
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    Thanks all for the kind thoughts and prayers. She made it successfully through surgery. There was a little more damage to the meniscus that was expected, but it was all cleaned up. 6 weeks with no pressure/weight on the knee (no driving). Because of the extra damage, the 6 month rehab stint will likely be a little closer to 1 year. She will likely have to miss this volleyball this fall. Bummer. However, in the long run, she will be fine. I just hate seeing her well crafted plan get derailed like this. She has worked so hard on her game and is a great athlete. She is also a great student and a wonderful daughter. Daddy is proud of her. RR
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    When the (Sky)Doc speaks, you will do well to listen. Enjoy your trip. This bike is worthy of many miles of trouble free riding. My 2000 RSV passed 100,000 miles last year and I am taking it to Alaska this year. No worries. However, I am not dragging a hack around with me (sometimes wish I was - the St. Bernard would love it). You can rig up a Camelback or something similar in the side car. You may need an extended hose. Get a janitor's retractable key holder (the one with the retractable cable) and ziptie it to the passenger grab handle. Use some zipties and duct tape to fasten the hose to the key mechanism. This way, when you need a drink (often), reach back and grab it, drink, and let go. It is always there, and always out of the way. Have a great time. The Venture is a wonderfully reliable, stable machine. The new HDs are pretty nice too. RR
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    My daughter is getting ACL surgery this morning. Just dropped her off at the hospital (and sat with here until she was wheeled into the OR) and came home to take care of the dogs and get a shower. Will be back there in an hour to see how the surgery went. My wife is hanging out at the hospital in case anything is needed. She blew her ACL playing basketball. May have screwed her for a D1 volleyball scholarship, but that is just a minor issue now. She should be back up and playing in 6 months or so. With me having been through this surgery (twice), I know it is a tough row to hoe. But she is young and in shape and should recover quickly. She will be very devoted to the physical therapy routine to affect a complete recovery. Still, we always worry. Wish she didn't have to go thru this. It is her senior year in HS and was doing so well in both VB (went to state finals the last 3 years) and BB. However, she is a great student and a wonderful daughter. This is but a minor setback in the long run. A short prayer is always welcome. RR
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    Send it again. It doesn't appear it came through . RR
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    The best procedure is to ride to the destination. I fly as little as possible anymore. That is what vacation days are for (to ride instead of fly). Fortunately, almost all my sales meetings are in the summer and fall. If needing to go overseas, this won't work as well though. RR
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    Cudahy to Escanaba to St. Ignace to Oberlin. 790 miles. A good day's ride and far more scenic than Chicago/Gary. Get it on!! RR
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    From my understanding, the Guzzi crowd is pretty good over here. They are very helpful to other Guzzi riders. I would suggest your lady friends get onto the Guzzi forums and ask around. Please make sure they are aware of the size of the US and how many miles there are between attractions. Your experience this past summer will be excellent for them. A nekid sport bike may not be the best choice if they plan on doing major miles. Perhaps a sport touring bike (FJR, ST, Concourse,Tiger) would be a little more appropriate. Also, Guzzi is kind of a specialty marquee over here. Not may dealers outside the major cities. It would be more difficult to find one (or two) to purchase and even harder to sell them quickly. They could pick up a 6 or 7 year old Kawasaki Concourse in really good shape for around $3000. They are reliable as a hammer, provide great performance, and can easily be sold when done with their ride. There is a Kawasaki dealer in any town big enough to have a McDonalds and plenty of indie shops that can work on them. And at 1000cc, they are powerful enough for touring thru the mountains, yet are not so heavy that it would cause trouble in parking lots. Just some thoughts. RR
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    Most of the HID kits are from China. The CCC I installed originally burned out the ballast. After several emails, CCC did the right thing and sent me a new setup. This one I installed with a switch and have had no problems since. It's only been a year or so (about 16k miles), therefore, not really proven. However, the original one burned out in a month or so. I am feeling good that the replacement, with the switch, will last. (I do carry a spare standard light bulb just in case though). RR
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    B-J are pikers. You want to see real money spent on 4 wheel iron, you need to go here: http://acdfestival.org/festival/?page_id=209 They have cars that START at 7 figures. They also have cars that real people can buy. Just not the Auburns, Cords, or Duesenbergs. However, I have found my remote navigating to the B-J auction over the last couple of days. Some really beautiful cars. RR
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    BobbyG, Haven't forgotten you. Brother did not have any good photos. Taking some tomorrow and I will forward them to you along with his contact info. RR
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    Well, it looks like I will finally get to ride a Super Tenere'. My younger brother just bought one today (yeah, the same brother that had me fix the Shadow). I expect to put a few hundred miles on it during our trip to Alaska. RR
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    At least you have it outside and it is not getting blasted by ice and snow. Quit complaining RR
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