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For something like that, I'd use a hardening dope, such as Leak lock, Gasoila or the like. I only use teflon when I'm trying to fill in voids on poor threads.

Let me start by saying I'm not a 'puter guy.....Been running windows 7 for quite a while now. Windows will no longer be supporting Windows 7 in a week or so. What does that mean to me? Do I need to update to Windows 10? I hated Windows 8.....Have heard that 10 is intrusive and should be avoided,....I've tinkered with it on a work computer and was able to get around a bit but didn't like it. SO....Do I just have to suck it up and deal with W 10 or are there any other options...???

IMHO The best woods gun for deer hunting is the Winchester 94...30-30. I've hunted with different rifles and calibers, but that derned 30-30 has great knockdown power and easily reaches out to 200 yards. It's short, light, accurate and powerful. Probably my next fav would be my Winchester model 88, in .308....a bit more refined but still a lever action with the same attributes...a bit more ummmmffff.... I've done well over the years with both rifles. Anyhoo, that's my

AH.....Yes I thought you were referring to some sort of a special starter......some sort of special starter Yammy was putting on it's bikes that I'd never heard of. I DO have a boost starter on my old 6 volt backhoe, in the form of a 12 volt battery.....cranks it over like it's on turbo boost.

Boost starters??? Enlighten me....

Wow....hate to hear about things like that. Will pray that she heals quickly with minimal discomfort. Even with the injury, try to remember what Christmas is all about.

Just got 2 cans delivered. For starters, I'll coat the trailer connectors on my vehicles. They get corroded up pretty quick, so that'll be a good test.

Back in my hill climbing days, there was a formidable hill that began with a 6' deep ditch that someone laid a railroad tie across. I'd have to hit that tie at 30+mph to have a good run on the hill. That was the extent of my craziness with such things. Coming back down and trying to hit that railroad tie would have been quite a trick. Every time I tried it with my TT500, I made it up and went down the backside. I got a deal I couldn't pass up on an old TT600, and now there it sits in the shed 'cause I'd be scared to ride it to anywhere near it's potential.....I don't bounce like I used to. Hell, I did my knee in just starting the thing last Summer. Ya gotta kick it like ya mean it.

Gas. 6.4. Also has the Snow Chief package, which gives it a posi rear end and a 220 amp alternator...both cool with me. I was open to diesel, but couldn't justify the extra $10k, considering I rarely / never tow anything that heavy....with the 6.4 my listed tow capacity is over 14,000 anyway. I bought my last truck in 06 with 30,000 miles on it, and just sold it to a good friend....13 years later....with 95,000 miles on it. Point being, that I don't rack up enough miles on my truck to justify all the miles you supposedly get from a diesel. By my nature, I tend to pick apart things that I buy, but can't find a single thing to complain about with this truck....I've had it for 4 months now and I love it. Great truck.

I bought a new (to me) pickup. It's a 2017 Ram 2500, crew cab, 4x4 it's a Tradesman, so not a lot of bells and whistles, which is OK by me for a truck. Anyhoo, it's in great shape, low mileage, and after looking at pretty much all the trucks out there 5 yrs old I see a lot of rot...especially around the rear wheel wells. I did a bit of research on how to undercoat, and there's different products out there that people swear by but I decided on Fluid film. I gotta say...I love this stuff. I undercoated the entire vehicle (6 cans) and got the 360 degree spray nozzle on a 3' tube so I could get inside the rockers, doors and wheel wells. A bit smelly for a week or so after treatment, but this stuff creeps like you wouldn't believe. The thing about it is it continues to lubricate as well. On my Expedition, I've the running boards that retract, and they tend to get stuck. (common problem) So, I'd WD40 them every couple of weeks to keep it in check, but if I'd go a month without treating, they'd start sticking again. I treated them with Fluid Film, and it's been over a month with no sticking....not even the hesitation that I'd notice when they started getting tight. I sprayed the coupler on my trailer with it to protect it for winter, and am amazed how smooth it works now. I gotta tell you....Fluid Film is right up there with Seafoam in my book. I'm in no way associated with the company that makes this stuff, but just wanted to share with my Venturerider friends what a great product this stuff is. Take it or leave it, but IMHO this is one of those products that actually works great to protect, or for lasting lubrication.

Any specifics on exactly what ya got there? I might want to do that same upgrade.

DEFINITLEY go with the gas shielding over flux core. Mig welding is mostly about getting it set up right for what you're doing. Once you get in the zone, you can make some beautiful welds that'll penetrate. Like someone said, when you're in the zone you'll hear a consistent sizzling. I just use CO2 and it suits me just fine. Maybe not as good as ultramix or the like, but as I get the CO2 for free, that's what I use and have done quite well with it. Practice makes perfect, and once you get the knack, you'll be amazed when you see all that you can do and will wonder how you ever got by without it. I've a Lincoln Weldpak 120v mig, A Lincoln 225 AC/DC stick welder and an old oxy acetelyne setup from my days in the steel mill. 99% of what I weld is with the Lincoln Weldpak mig. I only resort to stick welding when I've something really heavy to weld. (1/4" and over). Have fun with it.

Yup, I'm still around...but heck...you know that.... As an AC Tech, I'm usually pretty busy in the Summer and this year is no exception. Been some issues at work causing people to quit...they almost lost me but I hung in there and there HAVE been some positive changes. Rode the bikes up to the Cabin with friends last month. Meant to post about it but haven't had time. Had some interesting issues with the motorhome...(2 flats within 10 miles).... Just returned from a trip to PA with the motorhome and saw your message, so figured I'd better respond, but all is well with Lisa and I, and looking forward to the next get together...probably next year....possibly at the cabin. All's well, and thanks for askin'.

Don't know that that will work in this application. I think that's meant to be used for machine control and the like. (Looks cool, though)

Looks like a great event.....Got somewhere I gotta be this weekend or I'd be there. Dave...Good to see you're still around.

Where might I find "venture rider merchandise"?

Very pleased to hear that ya got out to CTFW. Was gettin' worried about ya. I need some wind therapy myself and have only ridden a bit at the VR get togethers....finally going to ride up to the cabin with friends weekend after next.

Piqued my interest.

Sounds fair. Keep in mind that if it grabs ya, don't spend too much time worrying about if you're getting it at the cheapest possible price. Pics would help, but if it's in decent shape I'd go for it. As far as things to watch out for I'd say there's a chance the clutches will slip under load. It's an easy fix and a lot of us choose to upgrade to stronger springs. When sitting there, bounce it a few times and see if the rear shock squeaks. That seems to mean there will be a shock replacement in your future. You may want to check the brake / clutch reservoir window for the color of the fluid. The darker it is the longer it's been in there...not a problem, but will need to be changed soon. These bikes are generally pretty reliable when maintained....hard to go wrong with a Venture. Good luck....visit often...

Signed up for the 16th thru the 19th. Lisa and I will be doing the motorhome thing, with the bike on the trailer. Called Niagara Shores and reserved a spot for the motorhome.

Made it home safe...We walked in the door around 2:30. Thanks to everyone who made this happen, and thanks to all the good folks that showed up. Always a good time.....Hope no-one was too intimidated by all my tats...... Now....I gotta look into those Spyders a little better...lol.... ​ Looking forward, we should all consider Pioneer when looking for a new scoot....just sayin'...

Since they say "Property of Big Tom"....do you wear them, or are they just for show?

Been busier than a one legged man in a butt kicking contest, and haven't had time to get it together for the trip, but am planning on getting the motorhome ready, hooking up the trailer and loading the bike Wednesday night after work, then will drive up Thursday morning. Should be there early Thursday afternoon. See y'all then.

He's been in my thoughts and prayers since I first heard that he was having trouble....was hoping to see him at WNY Rally...Keep in mind that when we send such well wishings, it's for ourselves as much as Bob...we don't want to see a good man leave us, nor do we want his family to be in pain. We should keep in mind that, if we have faith, that faith must accept that this may be part of Gods plan. Should Bob continue to suffer, it may be best that he's allowed to return to his true home. If we have faith, we should temper our pain of loss with the joy of knowing that this may be his time to return to the eternal love and joy that we all hope to someday achieve. Bob....if you're to leave us....Gods' speed...I'll look forward to seeing you on the other side. Still praying for recovery, but failing that, I'm sure he'll find peace.

Thoughts and prayers are with you and your father during this difficult time. You're both fortunate to be so close, and to have so many pulling for you. God bless you both.