Phaedrus
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You guys stopping now? This was just starting to get fun! You were only about two posts away from having the moderators jump in here.
Stoutman, you were right about one thing, it was probablly more than they wanted to know.
Wayne, I hope you can make sense of this all, cause I was starting to get confused. I guess it is all about who comes across as the most knowledgeable. From what I've read so far you should:
Leave the coax at 18 feet, just don't coil it to tightly.
Cut is as long as it has to be to reach the antenna.
If you have to cut it, go through stoutman's mind numbing explanation. ( By the way stoutman, the CB you helped me put in my truck is working great. Glad you didnt' explain it to me, just made it work.)
Make it whatever length you want because it won't affect your SWR. (don't know who said it would affect SWR, but OK).
Just put it in, cause it's only a 4 watt CB and it doesn't matter that much anyway. (George sounds like the winner here. 73s)
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Did a google search and didn't find anything. Maybe you could post more specifics. What color wires are you hooking to, and where and how did you tap into the wires?
Best of luck.
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I use a ram mount. They have a holder for the ipod touch that fits perfectly. I then use the headphone output on the ipod to feed my intercom and the standard 12 volt charger to power the ipod. The whole thing comes off easily and goes into the saddlebag when I stop and have to leave the bike unattended. I don't worry about waterproofing. If it starts to rain I have to stop and put my rain gear on anyway so I just put the ipod in the saddlebag until the rain stops. Same goes for my GPS.
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...I put the Metzlers on this spring and also went with the recommended factory upgrade to 170's on the rear. I was very apprehensive of a tire rub on the swingarm but to date have yet to experience it. The Metzlers gave a whole new feeling to the Venture as they once again improved the handling immensely. I am considering Avon for the next replacements but will have to go with a downsized front to get the WWW tire which is the reason for the 170 in Metzler. Hope this helps you in your desicion process.
I'm very interested in your 170 size tire, mostly because I'd like something a little taller to offset the error in the speedometer. You say you have not experienced the tire rub, which is what I would worry about. Any other comments about the handleing? How is the slow speed stuff, u-turns, parking lot maneuvers? How about straight line?
Anyone else try the 170 size tire?
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A new nickel-tungsten alloy developed at MIT could become the new alternative to the chrome coatings we all know and love. See the article below:
http://web.mit.edu/newsoffice/2009/metal-0519.html
The only question is will it be widely available before my scooter wears out.
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The other thing missing is the wattage rating of the resistor. If you use a 150 ohm resistor it should be rated at 2 watts. If you use the 330 ohm resister it should be rated at 1 watt.
Also remember that the resistors will get hot in use. Do not tape them next to another wire's insulation or they could melt the insulation (depending on the type of insulation on the wire). If possible install them in a way that allows them to dissapate their heat to the air.
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I do mine every oil change. It seems to stay pretty close, but when you have the tool it only takes a minute to check it. If you want to adjust then it takes only a few more minutes.
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I'd rather the devil I know that the one I don't. I think the present tax is better at charging a citizen in proportion to their useage. The heavier the vehicle, the more wear and tear on the roads, the worse the gas mileage and the higher the tax per mile. Leave it to the politicians to make a tax more unfair, more complex, more expensive to collect, and more intrusive.
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What did you do to get those coins stuck in that tire, run over a meter maid? There is a very dark side to you CT runners!
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Fuel filter maybe?
That's my bet as well. Either that or they messed up your float levels when they were in there.
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It is Trike.
Although I'd rather see the two wheels in front for better braking. This design has a bit better stability on ice with the CG further behind the stearing wheel.
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...Where do you put the microphone (or your cell phone, for that matter!) when you need to use the clutch? Just wondering...
Terry
You could use velcro to mount it to you your suicide shifter.
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Here is my input:
Squeeze maintaines that less antifreeze and more water makes for better heat transfer. This is correct on paper. The difference is measured in btu (heat) per pound of coolant. For the sake of this discussion we're talking 50/50 mix vs. apprx 65/35 mix. The actual difference in btu capacity between the two mixtures is .06 btu per pound of coolant at 200 degrees F. So Squeeze is right, but it doesn't make a big difference except at the margins of performance. What you get for the apprx 65/35 mix is a higher temeperature before boiling, and a lower temperature before freezing. This is about 10 degrees at the top end and almost 20 degrees at the low end. Also not a big difference. So, make your choice based on your own conditions. Personally I use approximately a 70/30 mix to get the lowest freezing point. Heat is not as big a factor here in Minnesota.
Second, I see a the discussion about 50/50 vs. 60/40 The point here is that you need to know if you are discussing volume (which is assumed here) or Stoichiometric (molecule to molecule) ratio. A 68/32 volume ratio is a 50/50 Stoichiometric ratio for a mixture of Ethylene glycol to water. This will give you the highest boiling point, and the lowest freezing point for a givien mixture of Ethylene glycol to water. OK, so who cares. Good point, but if you do then here it is.
One last point. Changing the coolant every two years. This is done not because the coolant wears out, but because the additives wear out. The additives help lubricate your cooling system components, and help prevent corrosion. It is the additives that have to be compatible with our aluminum engines. Choose a coolant that says it is for aluminum engines and you'll be ok.
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The above is not meant to be a slight on anybody on this forum, or anybody who has posted in this thread. I just can't get my head around the fact that y'all take up the right to be armed - because your constitution says you're allowed to be.
I’ll start with a disclaimer. Please don't take this as a slight. There are a few things wrong with the premise of this statement, that I will take the opportunity to correct.
First, our constitution does not "allow" us to bear arms. This right is declared inalienable. Our constitution is a limitation on our government from infringing on this right.
Second, I don’t chose to bear arms simply because I can, and frankly I find this argument to be specious and a cheap imitation to the sound bite logic currently favored by our politicians. But to argue my choice is an acknowledgement of legitimacy of your premise. Why I chose to arm myself is not the (Federal) governments business, nor is it yours (sorry to be blunt). It may be for any number of legitimate reasons. The bottom line though is it is my choice and no one else’s.
Third, not “everybody and their dog is packing”. Currently about 1% of the population has bothered to take the training, get the background check, and submit to the invasion of their privacy (in some states their names are public record) to achieve the defense that a concealed carry permit gives them should they be found to be concealing a firearm in public. In Texas a permit holder walks out of class with more training than a rookie Dallas police officer. They are then in a class of citizen that is about 10 times less likely to be arrested for any reason. They are also, by reason of the permit process, virtually certain to pay their debts on time and not owe back taxes. Having passed their background check, they are assured to not have committed a felony, or some instances of misdemeanor. You would be safer in a crowd of permit holders than virtually any other group of people.
It is said that an armed society is a polite society. So when dogs start packing, good luck finding an animal control officer.
Again, please don't take my response as an attack. View it more as a defense to the character of concealed carry permit holders. You are welcome to visit our country. We have some great motorcycle roads I know you will enjoy.
Best regards,
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Phaedrus - I'm afraid to ask....what do you shoot with that gun you are holding in your signature?
Very Respectfully yours,
The answer is, whatever I want. That is a 50 caliber gun that is tipically mounted on top of a hummer, truck, or SUV. The reality is that at $1.50 a round when I load them myself with re-used brass, I don't shoot much. The good news is, whatever I hit stays down.
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who the ...are they anyway that makes them so high and mighty.there the ones that run the lights and break the laws and kill us.so there.nail me to a cross.
Bill, I wish for once you would tell us how you really feel!
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I always carry my rear in the seat where Yamaha intended. Didn't know I needed one of these.
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....I see these kinds of threads are NOT bumped to the top as new posts are added, as others threads are. Interesting. What's up with that?
Trying to supress information?
It must be a conspiracy. I always wondered how Freebired was paying for this site's expenses. Must be in cahoots with TPTB.
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Carbs have been around since the first internal combustion engines. Fuel injection has only been common for about 30 years. Carbs are a very low tech way of mixing the fuel with the air to make a combustible mixture to burn in the engine. You will find carbs on more bikes than you will fuel injection, mostly because fuel injection is more expensive. Virtually all small engines like lawn equipment, use carbs due to cost. The reason manufacturers are moving to fuel injection is the EPA and CARB (California Air Resources Board, which is really anti-carb) regulations.
As far as fuel economy, carbs can be very competitive with fuel injection, but are generally a bit worse. Carbs can be worked on by your average low tech shade tree mechanic. Fuel injection on the other hand requires more specialized knowledge and equipment.
As far as operating the bike, the modern fuel injection systems will make it very simple. There is no choke to worry about when it is cold. Just start the bike and go.
So, in summary, if you can pay a bit more and have others work on your bike get fuel injection. You will get a cleaner running bike with a simple to operate, if not simple to fix, fuel system.
If you want to save a buck, don't mind useing the choke when it is cold outside, or like to fix your own bike, go with the carbs.
If I liked the looks, ride and handling and other features of a bike, I would not let carbs vs. fuel injection question keep me from buying it one way or the other.
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I just got the new Victoria Secret catalog, The only problem is I can't find my size. Doesn't anybody wear a 52-A?
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The moderators here do a great job, but I don't think Stoutman has anything to apologize for. You go stoutman. I'll hold 'em, you hit 'em.
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Great message. I wonder, if mounted just that gun on my bike, would be more likely to see me?
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Often a blown fuse is only a symptom. The problem may still be there after you replace the fuse. Al Bates gives some good advice. If you find a blown fuse, re-check your work before you go out riding. Not having any brake lights can be hazardous.
Be safe.
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It sounds like it could be either a spark timing issue, or a fuel restriction. Check your spark timing, then try a new fuel filter after you run the seafoam through it. Check for rust in the tank that may be plugging things up. To check for rust let the bike sit overnight, then drain som fuel into a clear container. Then shake up the tank and do it again. There should be no sediment in the bottom of the container either time. Any sediment at all is a problem.
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How do you clean your windshield?
in Royal Star and Royal Star Tour Deluxe Tech Talk
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I use soap and water, then a cleaning wax like turtle wax. I don't know if my windshield is the same material as yours. You may want to test it on a small spot before doing the whole windshield. I've also used the McGuires cleaning polish. But... some windshields have a coating on them that can be sensitive to cleaning materials. Best to test it in a small spot first.
Also, lots of people use lemon pledge to keep the windshield clean, makes the bugs easier to clean and keeps rain water flowing off the shield.