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I had exactly the same problem with stock oil filter cover. My bolt looked just like yours. I bought this as a last ditch effort to get it off. Worked like a charm. The spiral edges inside the socket dig into the bolt head and don't let it go. Worth the money and saved a lot of aggravation.

Yeah, I will never forget that memorable ride through a dairy farm that you captained. One in a million experiences!

I could never avoid you. You know so many people in Ontario that I'm sure they report sightings to you so you can keep tabs on anyone you like. 😂 I will inspect it today. If it is good then I can glue it back together? Burlington is a nice ride. 😀

Exactly what I have happening now. Left rear slider not moving. Cylinder #1 I believe. Anyway, I removed the cover and carefully removed the diaphragm to inspect for holes. (shouldn't have any, replaced 2 years ago with less than 1000 kms on them) when I pulled the slider and diaphragm out, the black portion of the slider stayed put. I had to stick my finger into the slider to slide it out. Should that happen or should it be attached? Do I need glue or a new slider? Thanks in advance. P. S. I am getting better at doing this stuff alone. And what I mean is "without having delivered to Carl to save the day."

Why am I not surprised! Thomas

Good luck. Pics of the finish line please.

Yes, she is a beast to get up on the stand. I was standing straight up on the stand and pulling back, but she just refused. Rob and I both had to yank her up. Good luck with that Rob. Hope you get it worked out.

The Ontario government has changed direction on helmet law in Ontario. No longer required by law. Start date to be determined. The reason why is very interesting. Read the full article here. https://canadamotoguide.com/2020/04/01/opinion-ontarios-helmet-law-reversal/ What will you do once this starts? Thomas

Excellent! A nice project for a warm day. I'm putting that on my "to do" list for sure. Thanks!

is this the switch you purchased?

Sally and I started with painting the front foyer. After I agreed to that little project, someone told me that "paint the front foyer" is woman code for "paint the whole house". This warning wasn't too far off. The front foyer extended to the second floor. We are done. (brush drop) Other than that, we are keeping to ourselves. Like Marcarl, we have gloves for shopping when required. We have Amazon Prime video, Netflix, basic cable, and Android box for movies. The most recent emergency was running out of chips and dip. A must have with movies, dontcha know. Stay healthy everyone. Keep your distance. Wash your hands. Buy extra chips and dip. Thomas and Sally

We had such a great time. The combination of good friends and good food is always a recipe for fun. Thank you for organizing this Ben. Sally and Thomas

Oh Happy Day! Look what just arrived! Now I have to learn how to use it. I want her to run smoother rather than not run at all. Thomas

I always think of you guys when I get lost when it concerns the Venture. Maybe someone can watch me try it myself and guide me along to get it right. I need to put on my "big boy" pants and learn how to make this simple adjustment myself. I truly appreciate your offer. If you want to have a coffee and watch, I would love to see you. Thomas

I just ordered the Carbtune Pro from the U.K. Total was approximately $130.00 Canadian delivered. Once I get it I will be following the step by step instructions from the Tech Library to try it myself. Fingers crossed. Thomas

I replaced the stock speakers years ago with Alpine car speakers. I don't recall the model number but they sound much better than stock. I believe they are rated at 200 Watts peak power. They were reasonably priced at around $50 for the pair. Thomas

Well, Happy Birthday you ornary, horn-toed, long-eared, gallute! Hope you have a fantabulous day! Sally and Thomas

bongobobny, I like the way you think. I think that will be my short term solution. Thank you. Thomas

packing that load resistor into such an already cramped space does make me nervous. The fact that it will generate heat makes sense. I don't want to smell burning wires while out for a ride. Thomas

I originally swapped the bulb for the benefit of visibility. Both to see and to be seen. Now I am thinking that less stress on the stator is a good thing. Thomas

I am very interested in this. Does anyone have any thoughts on this? Plug and play is much more convenient than unbolt, unplug, dismantle, solder, reassemble, replug, rebolt, cross fingers. Thomas

Hi Snyper316, Here is what I have installed. It's fantastic. https://redirect.viglink.com/?format=go&jsonp=vglnk_156133886505311&key=e24a6de127caafe43f772df085fb6605&libId=jx9oufip0100a62s000MA80ko7nyz&loc=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.venturerider.org%2Fforum%2Fprivate.php%3Fdo%3Dshowpm%26pmid%3D468877&v=1&type=U&opt=true&out=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.superbrightleds.com%2Fmoreinfo%2Fmotorcycle-high-beam-and-low-beam-headlight-bulb%2Fh4-led-fanless-headlight-conversion-kit-with-internal-drivers-4000-lumensset%2F5321%2F11896%2F%3Fmake%3D105%26model%3D3736%26scc_id%3D1940%26year%3D1988%23tab%2Foverview&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.venturerider.org%2Fforum%2Fprivate.php&title=Re%3A%20LED%20Headlight%20-%20VentureRider.Org&txt=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.superbrightleds.com%2Fmoreinfo%2Fmotorcycle-high-beam-and-low-beam-headlight-bulb%2Fh4-led-fanless-headlight-conversion...

Yup, that's a pretty accurate summary!

While I truly appreciate all of your input folks. You were all talking like I know what a float bowl is, let alone what it looks like. I reached out to Marcarl for his guidance and his assistance with my dilemma. After a CAA ride to Carl's and a push up the driveway into his garage it took him about 15 mins to get her purring like a kitten. I really believe that she missed Carl and just wanted to go for a visit. That man has "the touch". I'm sure it helps that he owned the identical year as mine. Many many thanks to all of you for your assistance and also to Carl for being a Venture Whisperer. Thomas

I have upgraded headlight to LED (shout out to Evan for the link on EBay.) It is phenomenally bright! Can someone provide graphic instructions (not language but rather, detailed ) (pics would be awesome for a simpleton like me) on how to rid my dash of headlight icon with red light as well as white headlight warning light? Many thanks in advance! Thomas