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    Brian T. go to an automotive supply and ask. Pretty common. http://www.sears.com/shc/s/search_10153_12605?vName=Tools&keyword=mechanical+fingers&viewItems=25&sLevel=0&redirectType=SKIP_LEVEL&prop17=mechanical%20fingers http://paceperformance.com/i-5927240-cta9435-flexible-mechanical-fingers-24-long.html
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    Dano, Do you think your Saddlemans would fit my '90? Or look good? The stock seat is black and gray. This Saddleman's seat has the built-in backrest for the driver? Ala, Utopia? If any of this makes sense, I am interested.
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    Yeah! Check for a studor valve/vent gone bad. https://www.google.com/search?q=studdard+vent&hl=en&safe=off&prmd=imvns&source=lnms&tbm=isch&ei=2uO-T_ycH6KHsgKq9pjKCQ&sa=X&oi=mode_link&ct=mode&cd=2&sqi=2&ved=0CEgQ_AUoAQ&biw=1680&bih=858#hl=en&safe=off&tbm=isch&sa=1&q=studor+vent+diagram&oq=%22studor+vent%22&aq=1&aqi=g2g-S8&aql=&gs_l=img.1.1.0l2j0i24l8.27528.30990.5.34957.8.7.1.0.0.0.152.944.0j7.7.0...0.0.MaTzs6mcCYI&pbx=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_cp.r_qf.,cf.osb&fp=46e627668f0ca877&biw=1680&bih=858
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    If it is an original Trex decking, it is likely to have mold/mildew and stains caused by the reaction of the high tannin oak sawdust sometimes used and either iron from the screws/nails or even a reaction to iron in the wash water. Oxalic acid may be required to remove the iron/tannin stain. Try a bleach made for decks to remove the mold/mildew stains. Some dark stains have been traced to environmental fallout (air pollution). How old is the deck? Being you are in the PNW, does the deck remain damp for long periods? Is there green stains from algae? Use an algaecide, if so. Some of the stains common to Trex are not just on the surface and a high pressure wash without detergents, algaecide, oxalic acid or bleach will not remove those deep down discolorations.
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    The 680 ohm is stock value. If the battery has a place to put the probe, it is unlikely that you will have to do anything further. Sometimes, one has to scrape the probe of corrosion to make the CMS quit *****in'. You said you wanted to retain the monitor. Does the current battery have a place for the probe? If so, clean the probe and use the stock setup. If the current battery has no place to insert the stock probe, then remove the probe and use a 2.2k ohm (or so) in line from the ACC terminal on the fuse block to the CMS, without the stock resistor (which is in the same wire with the probe).
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    Granville, IL to Pueblo, CO 996 miles, 18 hours. no layovers 0600-2400 hours. On a naked CB750. Will NOT do that again.
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    Ellis, You can read many more issues of the VentureRoad and Motorcycle Road mags at the Motorcycle Touring Association (formerly the Venture Touring Society) here: http://www.mtariders.com/v3/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&id=51&Itemid=70&limitstart=50
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    "Surprised it wasn't totaled" at $3400? Man! How can you total something that is Priceless! Good show, mate!
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    It is a Hitchco (Hitch Company) trailer hitch. Back in the day they were in Arkansas, but today the only company with that name and type of business is in Canada. Web site: http://www.hitchcompany.com/ It doesn't appear the current company has any motorcycle related items any more. But maybe contact them and on the off chance, they might have some information in the archives. I have a VTS VentureRoad magazine from 1985 where Hitchco has an ad and shows their hitch on a MKI Venture, but the image isn't very clear. The ad mentions that their hitch mounts to the frame (as opposed to saddlebag subframes?)
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    What a legend! He sure made them Fords sing! And look good doing it! RIP, Mr. Shelby. Darn!
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    Like anything here?
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    Since I already have a long one and a pair... I'd like two short ones please in polished aluminum (less mass on the handlebars=faster response) trimmed in cocobolo with my monogram engraved and inset with sterling on the end. Thanks for asking, Mike. Look forward to the estimate.
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    :confused24: I don't know what the H---you are trying to say. "db"?? decibels?! "it says to add "14""...WHAT says to add 14? The meter? :confused:
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    Yep! Then it stays on the cover when you remove the cover from the engine case. May not ruin the gasket, either when it comes off with the cover.
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    @joboo: The OP was asking about his 1983 carb synching...what "96" are you speaking of? Your RSTC? As you said, different beasts. Twigg's comment is valid for the OP's '83. IMHO
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    Turn signals and instruments are supplied by the "SIGNAL" fuse (20amp). Use your new multimeter and check on either side of the SIGNAL fuse for battery voltage. Could be blown fuse or faulty fuse clips. Probably should upgrade fuse block.
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    Check with a multimeter on each side of the "SIGNAL" fuse for battery voltage. Sometimes the fuse appears intact but is in fact open. Also, very common on the original First Generation fuse blocks to have bad continuity through the fuse clips due to corrosion and/or lack of tension on the fuse clips. Does the horn(s) work? Does the Hazard (four way flashers) work? Do the front running lights illuminate when the headlight is on?
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    Is this what you are looking for, Brian? http://www.ebay.com/itm/1987-Yamaha-Venture-Panel-Console-2-/261018294871?hash=item3cc5e71a57&item=261018294871&pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr
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    Well, sure, I HAVE the pieces, but you can't have 'em.
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    It occurred to me, Shorty. I could use my wood turning lathe to turn a piece of HARD wood and especially, use the lathe to bore a concentric hole in the end and then tap that hole for the handlebar stud. I would have faith in the strength of the wood as a lever holding some devices, but I wouldn't feel so confident of the threads cut into the wood withstanding the torque of tightening the handlebars. Even if I were to use some Osage orange I have, I'd still be leery of those threads. I could try to epoxy a nut into an enlarged bore in the end, but it appears the walls of the bore would be necessarily quite thin in order to fit inside the recess on the handlebars. All food for thought, though!
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    Good idea, there Bob. Nice steal, there Mike. Just Kidding! Seriously, really great idea Mike and Bob. Either of you planning on making more for us non-machinists?
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    I think part of the sensation is due to the way the handle bars are mounted in rubber.
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    Skydoc_17: I just had Double Hernia Surgery last week, so I don't know for sure if I can ride the 87'VR over, but my brother has offered to drive me over. Take care of yourself Earl
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