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  1. SC89Venture
    Got the rear tire done today, now we have new front and rear tires for the Venture. H/F jack worked great, now I know why you need to remove the right rear bag, so you can get the torque bar off. Got new bolts for all the calipers, everything went back without a hitch. Also replaced the front brake master cylinder, put fluid in it and tied the brake lever all the way back. Ran out of time so I will let it sit overnight that way, will re-check brake fluid level later. Found out why I don't have brake lights with front brakes, wires were not hooked up. So we will see what we can do about that tomorrow. Thanks to all the encouragement from everybody, I am way more intimate with this bike now. Possibly a tune up in the future and fix non working turn signals? Oh yeah, will put brakes pad on right front, other caliper sets were in good shape with lots of pad left. I did start it up before I put the mufflers back on, sounded good except all the missing and backfiring. After I put the mufflers back on, it got better, but like I said a tune up and carb sinc are in the future. Don
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    Okay, Friday update. Found out the rear axle nut was already loose, eeks. Got the bike up on the jack and removed the front wheel. Man these things kind of teeter totter don't they? Glad I had straps to secure the bike with. When front wheel came off, I lowered it (fast) but could not move the jack from under the bike. I don't have the Class system (yeah I am no class) but thought that maybe I am not supposed to remove both wheels at the same time. So I took the front wheel and had the new tire put and just re-installed it. At least the front wheel bearings seem okay. very smooth rotation, could feel no bump from a bad bearing. Got the speedo oriented right, that was kind of a trick also. Anyway, I am going to attack the back wheel now. I am thinking I can get it high enough to remove, with the front wheel on, maybe?
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    I looked at a 95 RV Class C motor home in craigslist and emailed the person posting the ad. Price was like $3500 and the pictures appeared very nice. Anyway, I get a reply with a similar story as this one, but what got me was that this person wanted to complete the deal with a buy it now through Ebay. It was a scam.
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    Yeah, I love it when a plan comes together if you can call it that. Man my arms are sore today from wrenching on that bolt, lol. Going to try to get the wheels off tonight, but it may end up being tomorrow.
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    I like it, but what I really like is the great canvas these bikes give you to work with.
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    That is one sweet ride. I think I know the feeling your talking about, I got to ride in a Kingair twin engine turbo prop. Traveled with the president of the company I was working for. We left Greenville, SC to and made calls in Charlotte, Asheville, then jumped up to Roanoke, VA. I got to sit in the copilot seat, but I had to promise not to touch anything. What a blast.
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    Thank you Hipshot, Earl, and Evan. Man, I got the bolt out. Wow what a rush. First of all, the head of the bolt was still intact enough to get a good grip. I did not explain that in my haste. Did the following today. Went and got a can of PB Blaster, soaked it and let it sit. Came back a couple of hours later and hit it again with the PB Blaster, and gave it a good rap on the head of the bolt with the trusty hammer. Came out tonight with a proper Craftsman socket, 12 mm, 3/8" extended persuasion bar, 12" pipe, and worked slowly and steady until it came out. Threads are not to bad. Note to self: Friends don't let friends use Harbor Freight sockets, it completely rounded out. Now I am going back to Earls instructions and do the next step. Thanks again everybody. Don
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    Okay, it is Sunday night and I made this progress. Right and left muffler removed, removed front calipers, got to the rear caliper and I have one caliper bolt that will not turn. It is the one on the left, looking straight at the caliper. Any suggestions on how to remove this bolt? 12mm 6 point socket just slips, went to 12mm wrench, that baby is locked. Seems like every bolt and nut is crapped up somehow on this bike. Anyway, any good penetrating liquids that can be used on aluminum calipers? Ideas, suggestions are greatly appreciated.
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    At the international m/c show in Feb 2010 in Greenville, SC I asked the factory Yamaha rep if he had any dealers he could recommend, only one he came back with was Lumberton Yamaha.
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    Okay, got the new front master cylinder, looks great. Tires have shipped, so I may get lucky and do the deed on Saturday. I have read and re-read the replies numerous times, ready to get home and go to work. Thanks for all the replies, I did practice lifting the bike, only I did it from the left side, will do the right side next time. HF jack does come down quick!!! Again, thanks to all and this goup, I will update as I go.
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    Hi everyone, hope all are well. A couple of months back I had asked for some advice on what do with my 89 Venture, it had fuse panel problems. headlight problems, etc. Thanks to all that responded. Shortly after that I had to go on the down low for awhile, had a medical condition come up and I should be relased from the doctor tomorrow. Anyway, I want to thank everyone that responded to my earlier post. I may end up having someone work on this bike for me, but I am going to do what I can. Pushing the comfort zone, as you may say. I have new tires coming for the Venture, planning on removing the wheels and getting the new tires put on. Should I use a m/c jack for this, or use the front wheel dive procedure found on this site? I also need a new front brake master cylinder, the sight glass developed a leak - actually a section of it chipped out and I lost the brake fluid. Got one coming from ebay with a good site glass. After these two fixes I am planning on replacing the fuse panel with Skydoc's kit. Anyway, sorry for rambling. My question, is there a good way to use the m/c jack, suck as either side to mount it from? Thanks in advance, any tips appreciated. Don
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    Regarding my other post related to fuse block, I have an 89 Venture that needs the attention of a professional. A lot of things have been hacked up, and I have decided to see if there is a mechanic that would be interested in repairing my bike. These are the things I need done that I can tell so far. New tires front and rear Brakes front and rear Replace all fluids on bike Repair fuse panel and get turn signals working Grease splines on drive shaft Inspect and repair any other items to make bike safe and reliable Some maybe wondering why not just dump it and get another bike. The thought has crossed my mind, and it may come to that. But the plastics are in real good shape and the bike looks amazing. Linda and I both fit comfortable on this bike, and it just pops for the cool factor, you dont see a lot of these on the road. I would prefer someone that is in a 250 mile radius of Greenville/Spartanburg, SC (upper northwest corner of SC). I have about $1800-$2000 total to spend on this, but that is not concrete either. I want the person or shop that does this to do it right, and charge a fair hourly rate. Let me know what you all think, and I appreciate all responses. You can contact me at my email sc750virago@charter.net Thanks, Don
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    Now I don't care who you are, that is funny, lol.
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    Thanks for all the advice and encouragement. I am worried it is to far messed up for me to even begin to repair. Ugh, time for a beer or 12. Let me ask this. Is there someone on this forum in the Southeast that I could trailer this bike to and have them go through it? I am looking at the following: Repair the electrical system Replace front and rear tires Replace brakes front and rear Overall check to ensure safety and reliability I really like the bike, it fits Linda and I and these Ventures look really cool, and face it, you don't see these that often. If there is someone who could do this, send me an email at sc750virago@charter.net Thanks to all, Don
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    Aw come on, don't hold back, lol. This and a lot of other things were done by po, not me. You should see the hole drilled in the frame to hold the side panel. Oh well, I put a message into Sky Doc to see if he has any new fuse block kits left. But I love the bike and I want to make it right or as close to right as I can. Best as I can tell yes as far as hard wired. I will be asking a lot of questions. Thanks, Don
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    Here is a pic of the fuse panel. What do you think? Bike runs, but no turn signals. Thanks in advance, Don
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    Got brave today and removed the side panels, tank cover, and seat. When I removed the seat, found this plug on the left side of the bike. Any idea what it is for? Thanks in advance, Don
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    I work hard for my money, so when I walk into a m/c dealer, I would like to be at least acknowledged while I am there. I refuse to beg to buy a m/c, lol. At the International MC Show in Greenville, SC this past Feb, I asked the Yamaha rep if they had any dealers that did not suck. He kinda laughed out loud, but did not have an answer.
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    Very nice, thank you for sharing and Thank You for your service.
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    For what it is worth, in SC the Department of Agriculture is responsible for verify pump accuracy.
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    Works like a locating beacon for a boat? Is it a transmitter?
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    What needs to be done is to send the Pickin boys to the Hoarders, than you could combine the two shows into one.
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    University of SC Gamecocks and who is ever beating Clemson.
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    I would call there bluff. Go down and there and threaten to turn it in, let them try to find another buyer in this suck ass economy. Maybe then they will work with you. I would think any payment is better than no payment.
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    What they said, verify clean title.
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