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  1. Dragonslayer
    Of all the things I've lost, I miss my mind the most!
  2. Dragonslayer
    I got your PM but evidently you have your profile settings set to not receive PM"s so I posted my answer below. Well if its that good maybe I should just buy it from you .LOL Do you have pay-pal? Any idea how many miles on that starter? Thanks....................Stan Well maybe you should LOL. I don't know how many miles on it I bought it off ebay and ended up not needing it but it is pretty clean and judgeing by that it probably doesn't have that many miles on it > I did test it and it does work fine. my paypal is charlesgraham4867@comcast.net $50.00 and $15.00 for shipping ought to cover it. As soon as I get notice on receipt of payment I will put it in the mail.
  3. Dragonslayer
    I've got a good starter I'll sell for $50.00 plus shipping
  4. Dragonslayer
    I've got one too if you need it.
  5. Dragonslayer
    I've eaten science experiments out of the refrig with less effect. Is corn on the cobb supposed to taste like vinegar?
  6. Dragonslayer
    Wonder what the cost is and where you can get them.
  7. Dragonslayer
    Amen Brother
  8. Dragonslayer
    Sorry for your loss of a true friend, I wrote the following in memory of my Dad. I offer it to you and your friends family in memery of him. Carpe Diem Seize the day is what he’d say, For tomorrow is never sure. We never know if we‘ll pass this way, Or If I can hold your hand once more. My life has been blessed and was rich indeed, With friends and loves and family. My heart has been full for sure. Life’s sweet music has filled my ears, A song of bliss so pure. When my time has ended, And I go to meet my Lord, No floods of tears should you shed, For my struggles will be no more. Each song I sang along the way Was meant to share my soul. I tried to sing them lovingly, So lovingly to you. Charles R. Graham In memory of my beloved Father and friend
  9. Dragonslayer
    I noticed a new smilie of a pick-up truck towing a Venture on a trailer. I think it would be cool to have a smilie of the blue smilie riding Venture pulling a trailer. That could be the official smilie of the motorcycle trailer pulling campers. Or, How about this .............. The Blue Venture pulling the Trailer with the Venture that is behind the pick-up truck. That could be the official smilie of the very optimistic Venture addict going to an event by themselves.
  10. Dragonslayer
    Bump, Lewis did I make reservations with you for this event? Do I need to? I too have CRS syndrome. What else do I need to do? I plan on being there for the entire event. Where is the registration thread I can't find it?
  11. Dragonslayer
    and a pool in Florida, how close to the beach? When is your next guest opening. Do I need to make a reservation? I can do remodeling projects for free rent and gas money.
  12. Dragonslayer
    We all do it just to confuss and aggravate you.
  13. Dragonslayer
    About the part numbers of the TCI, if the first series of numbers match don't sweat the following numbers which could be revision or production run codes. TCI relocation as you know is a good idea to correct a bad design issue as it sounds like you already know. The job for me wasn't difficult and the original wiring connects were long enough to reroute to new TCI location on top of the air box without having to make any changes to wiring harness. But, good electrical connection with no resistance across the connection is critical as I found out in Asheville. Prior to Asheville the bike was running OK with an occasional hiccup or two. On the way to Asheville, towing a trailer the bike started dogging out and running like C**p. Gas mileage dropped to 40 miles per full Tank, (NOT GALLON, the worst mileage I had ever seen). On the way we stopped and put new plugs, added Seafoam in it with no appreciable improvement. Finally made it to Asheville and spent Saturday, Tinkering with it, Picking peoples brains, and scratching my head. Mostly scratching my head. I did find and replaced a partially cracked intake port plug, with no noticeable improvement. I also found an exhaust leak at #1 exhaust manifold clamp and tightened that up. The main thing I did was spend some time cleaning the TCI pins and plugs with CRC contact cleaner and a small wire brush I had in the tool bag. Then the Muffinman rode the bike and reported that it wasn't right but he believed at least 80% of the problem was spark plug wires breaking down and suggested copper conductor 7mm wires with resistor spark plug boots. Which I haven't done yet. But, keep in mind Jeff did not ride the bike before the tinkering and only had my description to compare to. I did not ride the bike again until we loaded up on Sunday to head back to Atlanta. On the way back the bike ran much much better, gas mileage improved to around 38 mpg with some minor popping on deceleration and spark plug wire ticking on what sounded like #1 and #3 cylinders. However, I was happily impressed with the increased acceleration, power and Gas mileage performance. When I got back to Atlanta I replaced the air filter, which was overdue. Things got remarkable better. Gas mileage improved to over 40 miles per gallon and the acceleration improved so dramatically that it was like riding a whole new bike. Moral of the story; Pay attention to TCI electrical connection health and Carb air intake. The first gens are very unforgiving if things aren't right in those areas.
  14. Dragonslayer
    There must be a bunch of us short people riding the 1st Gens. I have to stand on my tippy toes at lights too. Well maybe heals up a little bit. But I find that if I let the air out of the rear shock, Ride my short stumpy roommate around and wear my high healled boots I'm as flat footed as a cop.
  15. Dragonslayer
    Hurry home, I'm sure by the time you get back I'll be needing another carb sync. Be safe and God speed
  16. Dragonslayer
    yea that, the one i have has a crack and artwork of naked women on it.
  17. Dragonslayer
    Freebird, What if the use for this area be expanded not only for Charity related fund raisers such as raffles but, for all types of humanitarian related activities. Such as opportunities for volunteering for good causes and good people. Or organizing motorcycle people to help others in whatever way they can. This site gives each of us so much that I believe there are a lot of people on this site who would appreciate finding ways of paying back or paying forward by finding ways to help others. I know that many get tired of being hit up for contributions for one thing or the other all the time, there are so many causes seeking money. But, maybe alot of those people wouldn't mind giving in other ways. There are and will always be members of the VentureRider. org family going through hard times like you yourself have recently. Why can't this area be a way of coordinating helping each other out who may need a helping hand from time to time. I know that we have an area for prayers but why not this area for more proactive support. Just a thought.
  18. Dragonslayer
    What's a GEMLIN BELL? I hung my Gremlin Bell over the front wheel, under the headlight between the two brake lines.
  19. Dragonslayer
    There like motorcycle batteries only smaller. They are marked 12 V 0.4 Amps. What would you use them for? I have access to about 15 of them. I'm sure they are worth something to somebody, But, who would need them?
  20. Dragonslayer
    Thanks Mini, Does that include the resistor caps and coil ends Jeff was talking about. PM your Paypal address and I send you the bucks. Is $15.00 enough does that include postage and your trouble.
  21. Dragonslayer
    Hey Jeff, Before you get gone, Where did you get them copper filled plug wires? I can't find them any wheres. Napa had everthing but copper filled ones. Good luck and have a safe trip.
  22. Dragonslayer
    Squid, Sorry to hear about the job. As They say when one door closes another one opens. It would be great to have you down here closer to the great N. Ga. riding roads. Keep us posted on your move and job search.
  23. Dragonslayer
    The one I have is in pretty bad shape
  24. Dragonslayer
    Steve, I believe I do I'll have to look:thumbsup2:
  25. Dragonslayer
    Jeff & Margaret, First, let me say how wonderful it was spending time with the two of you last weekend in Asheville. I had a great time at the event and really enjoyed the weekend, the time spent with old friends and making new and the riding time in spite of the tech problems. Jeff, I know that it must be tiresome to be so much in demand for your assistance for 1st gen problems. I admit that I have been one of the needest seeking your attention, especially at this last event. But I admire and respect you with deep esteem at your technical knowledge and your cheerful willingness to help as you have for so many members of this forum, including myself time and time again. I wish that I could adequately express how much your help and friendship means to me. I will miss you while your gone and will pray for your Safe and rapid return back to the warm embrace of your family and friends. God Bless you and God speed. Margaret, I too want you to know that in Jeff's absence your Venture family is here for you in all ways of support that you may need or want. Please do not hesitate to call on me at anytime or for whatever reason if I can help you and your family in anyway. I do expect to stay in touch during Jeff's tour of duty through regular post on the forum.
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