I was just reading the thread. I had a simmler problem w/ my 84 Venture. I realy thought I was not going to like the bike when I got it. the power was just so-so. Was like it hit a wall @ about 4K rpm. ( I thought it had a rev limiter )Checked the diaphrams, yeap sure enough, All but one had holes. I did like Cowpuc, and just repaired the old ones for about $20. Different as day and night. That was great! Then I realized one cylinder wasn't running. Of course it wasn't just a coil died. ECU died. Replaced it ,and fell in LOVE! I now know why Cowpuc raves about first Gen Vents. Never been on a Goldwing, but I can't imagine a better ride than this! Now, I have found out the transmision can't handel the power! Yes, It started poping out of second gear. I like you bought it for a project bike, but COME ON! Now this after doing all the stuff you would expect, you know like master cylinders, breaks , cables, broken this and that. I am beging to think all I will ever do is work on it. To make a long story short. I am getting ready now to put the motor back in. (By the way, does anybody else wonder why the valve tolerance is so tight. ) I sure hope your project goes better than mine. Maybe things will get better from here on.
Either way, I'm realy glad I found this forum. I have been enjoying reading about all the adventures you guys have with your projects. I am learning a lot, if an old dog like me can still learn anything. One thing for sure, it's keeping me busy. like the wife can't do that. Lol.
One more thing. I realy like the Youtube videos CowPuc, but do some more scoot stuff. Maybe a road trip.
Enjoy the trip, but don't forget where your going.
Rick
