Marcarl

I will second that from @saddlebum,,, he took time off over a month ago and I haven't seen him since. I'm thinking he's got maritanitis.

The only place I could find reference to this was MotoGuide, I would think the government website would have something on it, or other news agencies. Maybe I didn't research very well, maybe this needs a salt shaker.

Blessings as you go through this Charles. Remember the good times,, and maybe not so good,,, but remember him and be thankful for having him around as much as you did, rather than not having him around at all,,, what a blessing to have such a brother!!

That was a long read Jim,,I had to take a second look as to who posted it,,, thought for a minute that Bum was really getting up on American happenings,, but then I realized it was you,, and so understood. Just saying............

I'm not a Lady,, but was a laddie once,,, dos that count?

We have not cancelled it YET! This is still May and a lot of things can change in short order of time. If we cancelled today then we might decide that by the first of June it would be alright to have it anyways and then by the first of July discover that it's no longer possible. I think we are waiting for the first of July to show up and make our decision. Does that all make sense?

Yep,, we remember you,, how could we forget????? Talk about you on occasion. Good to hear from you. I will check out the classified.

Seeing as you have the cover off, hit the starter and take a look to see if anything moves or tries to move under there. The starter is linked to the crankshaft by a series of gears from the front to the crankshaft, if these spin then your problem would most likely lie in the starter clutch which is under the stator,, the big round thing right in the middle of that area. Mostly, the clutch will give different indicators, but if it's busted big time, it might be the culprit holding up the rotation of the engine by hand. Also check to make sure the transmission is in neutral.

Not sure how to comment on that Patch, at least not without getting lost in what some would call religion. Definitely a great description of what a life is for a Vet, before, during and after the fight. I am sure that war effect our society is more than what most of us would think,,, but then on the other side, if we just let evil take over wherever it would, life wouldn't be great either I'm sure. Got to be very thankful for the fighters that encircle the globe to attempt to stop evil from taking over, and to help the repressed, I sure am grateful for that, even though sometimes I wonder what evil they are trying to stop, when it was being replaced with just another evil. I'm just not sure how I would take dealing with all the death and dying that our war people have to deal with, as they go through the desecration of the image of their Creator. Amazing that he was willing and able to give his testimony.

Sorry to hear of your loss, it's always hard to part with those you love. We will ask for comfort for you all. May peace be yours.

Have you checked the available threads describing what needs to be done? Some of the boys have a good handle on where and which ones to read,, so hang in there,,, replies on the way.

Can only hope that you will find comfort that only He can give. It's a tough time and then to have to miss a time of support from family is double misery.

Some sort of shield would do the trick, just to keep the bugs and grit off of the inner tube.

You are absolutely most welcome, thanks for keeping us busy.

We are having a discussion on this subject in the following thread, here.

Even the dog is white,,, no wonder!!!

Boy oh Boy,,, aren't you getting meaty,, beef,,steak,,grounds,, Almost sounds like I got to go back to work, no bones about it, I just got to have the guts to do it, but may have to put my tail between legs when I get in trouble. Not sure I have the backbone to get it done, as I will probably get roasted in the process. I'm quite sure I can stand all the ribbing that would be coming, but there may be a time when I would be thinking of getting a thicker hide so that the horning that would be coming my way might be more easily endured. Let me get my head on straight, so that my ears don't flop so much and that I may survive the next round of affliction unless I go tits up first. It could be that I could get t-boned, or maybe even primed to do something I don't normally get into, or that I should suffer from hoof-in-mouth decease. At this point it's all up in the air, seeing as I could get stripped of all my rights as a hugger. I could go on, but I really think I might have Patch confused at this point, so it's well enough for now. He's probably still wondering about the differences between lungs and melons. If he has the heart, he could wag his tongue in here to explain in frenchie style.

I don't know what these other guys are talking about, but to keep it simple: Sync the throttle side first, so 1 to2 Nest sync the other side so 3 to 4 Now you need to sync the one bank to the other and I'm quite sure it's the back 2 cylinders that are hooked together, but you can see that with the linkage. Now if you are turning on the wrong screws you will get a different reading alright, but all you might be doing is messing things up more than they were already. So take some time to really identify what each screw is doing, like,, which carb is it adjusting. If I remember correctly, and it's been a couple of years, 1 and 2 have a screw right on the carb, and the idle adjustment tumb knob is there as well. 3 and 4, have a screw to balance between the two, but when you need to sync the one bank to the other, the screw is is on the left side, only turnable from the right side so you'll need a long handle phillips. And I bet it just got a whole lot more confusing.

Trying to decipher what you said, so going to ask some questions for clarification. -When you checked the battery voltage at the posts, what was the reading. - Did you check the clamp voltage at the battery. - Did you check for voltage drop at the battery when you hit the starter, or when you turned on the ignition. - Which side of the relay were you checking. The one side is hooked directly to the battery so should read the same as the battery. - Does the headlight go off when you hit the starter. - How old is the battery, and when was the last time it was charged? Enough for now. Let us know.

Really can't fathom what you might be going through, but I would think that it might be called a disaster at best. Can't be easy to deal with all this heartbreak. Where might you look for comfort? Where can you discover healing? What happens after this, how will life be without her? I will ask The Great Shepherd for answers to those questions for you, and hopefully you'll be able to discover some answers as time go on.

NOW you tell me you have friends,,, why didn't you mention it sooner,,,,, poor Bum, and using all those hugs because..........

Seeing as you already started with Seafoam, chuck in the whole can, let it run for a minute to get the new mixture into the carbs, then let it sit for a few hours, repeat and repeat. I that don't work you need to satnd in line to get some real carb cleaner, I buy the spry stuff at wholesale so just spray a whole can into 1/4 tank of gas, once things are clean,,, if that happens, then I fill the tank. Seems to me to be a fuel issue and there could be some gumming in the carbs from sitting. If the carb cleaner don't work, you could go the HotShot method, and if that don't do it,, the carbs come out for a deep cleaning,,, they have the virus!!! If there was fuel in the bowls when it last ran,,, the deep clean might be the best solution. Where are you located? I might be of help.

Wow Don,,, you're only a super tailgunner,, you also be a smart feller. I am really liking that idea about attending at Carl's,,, got a list ready already of tools that you should bring. I've been retired for a few years now, so any help I can get to manage my list is much appreciated. What day was it that you have planned? I'll be sure to leave the list hanging on the shop door and I will be gone far enough away to keep the social from distancing. And ohhh, the beer case is in the shop, just to the right of the door, lots of empty spaces for more bottles.

I thought this might happen, and can't blame you for your decision,,, gonna miss it though, it was always a good time. Now what am I going to do for that weekend??? Marca had it all figured out already as to how she was once again going to take over my shop... Now I might have to help her.