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    Yep, all years will fit.
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    I got my JIS screwdrivers at Central Hobbies. About $26 shipped. Included four sizes: 00, 0, 1, 2. Go here: http://www.centralhobbies.com/Tools/jis.html But the screws on my master cylinder reservoirs were already too far gone for the JIS drivers to work. Impact didn't work either, so I drilled off the countersunk head of the screw, removed the reservoir cover, applied a couple drops of penetrating oil and after an overnight wait, I screwed the remnant of the screw out utilizing Vise-Grips. I used another black anodized/Dacrotized flathead screw (non-stainless) and applied some anti-seize to the threads before refastening the cover.
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    Trend micro
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    Funny, I've got two different 1983 manuals in pdf format and both have that page 3-52 corrupted. But, never fear my 1986-1993 manual page 3-71 has the torque for the left side engine case as 7.2 ft/lbs.
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    Shorty is a real gearhead and is currently building Ford "T"s. Note he said that he built the pictured '56 "El Camino".
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    Moraine Lake, NEAR Lake Louise, https://www.google.com/search?q=moraine+lake&hl=en&safe=off&site=webhp&prmd=imvns&source=lnms&tbm=isch&ei=FsHsToaTHsbY2gXrrbGlDw&sa=X&oi=mode_link&ct=mode&cd=2&sqi=2&ved=0CAsQ_AUoAQ&biw=1680&bih=873 Awww...Briannnn, I wanted to be first! I was uploading the pic while you were responding. OK, I was first non-canuck!
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    Al, I know you have a First Gen, so all the suggestions to apply the rear brake to get out of a wobble don't apply, 'cause of course you would apply the front brake as well with the linked brakes on a First Gen. The only time I have encountered a wobble when decelerating on my Ventures was when I removed my hands from the handlebars and as the bike slowed to about 35-40 mph it might start wobbling. If the front tire was near new, I would tighten the steering neck bearings. If the front tire was worn, I would just not let go of the 'bars while decelerating, until I replaced the front tire. You don't say, but did you experience the wobble while decelerating with your hands off the bars? If so, don't worry about it and don't remove your hands from the bars while decelerating. If the wobble occurred while decelerating while holding firmly to the handlebars, that is a different kettle of fish, and I suggest you investigate the front fork oil level and condition, front springs loft and pre-load, front and rear tire condition and inflation, rear suspension pivot lube and condition, rear shock absorber dampening. You have mentioned in the past that your rear shock leaked air; a rear shock on a First Gen with no air may cause the rear to sag and increase the front end steering rake. Ordinarily, increased rake will actually stabilize the front end, but who knows, with our old bikes. Conversely, sagging front springs can decrease the rake and cause instability, especially as the front end of the bikes sinks even lower as you decelerate.
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    Al, We did a 2800 mile circumvention of Lake Superior this past August on my 1990 VR. All two up, loaded with camping/sleeping gear and everything needed for two weeks on the road. We rode Interstate at 75-80 mph, state/provincial roads at 60-65, county roads at 50 mph; a bit of everything. Even a 101mph jaunt with Yooper (the bike handled that quite in stride, but I started experiencing sharp pains in my back.) http://www.venturers.org/Forum/images/smilies/no_no.gif I averaged 42.1 mpg for the entire trip. We recorded a high of 44.3 and a low of 39.1. The high was on two lane (Trans-Canada 17) from Terrace Bay to Kakebeka Falls, the lowest from Two Harbors, MN to Ashland, WI. (traffic congestion, bumper to bumper at paddling creep but my bike was acting up and was revving at highway speed while barely moving). I have found that anything over 80mph lowers the mileage severely. I believe it is related to aerodynamics; engine rpm doesn't seem to make as much difference. Two-up at fifty-five mph with a 25 mph headwind causes my mileage to drop precipitously, just like when I am running 80mph. Then I get 37 mpg. Sixty-five mph with a twenty mph headwind and I got 37. Having said all that, your mileage seems low. My '83(s) usually got in the 50-53 mpg range on the Interstate at steady cruise, although not at 80-85mph.
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    I have an Olympus E-510 that came with two kit lens. The E-510 has been superseded by the E600/620, but the in body Image Stabilization, Articulated Live View and compactness are still valid pluses. As with Oly's old OM1 film camera, Olympus has produced some of the most compact DSLR cameras. Having said that, the Oly is still too bulky for the bike. I carry a Canon PowerShot SX120 IS in a small nylon case strapped to the fairing on my First Gen. Small, simple, GREAT pictures and cheap enough not to worry over it.
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    Gary, I tried FF8 for about three days but it was too buggy, even with all the add-ons and extensions disabled, so I went back to 3.6.24. No crashes or freezes. Try going back to 3.6.24 As to how to make IE spell check...haven't a clue, sorry. I've never used it except to check malfunctioning sites for FF incompatibility. Try this? I can't vouch for it...it is the first thing on Google search results. http://www.iespell.com/
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    Thanks, Earl. That hits pretty close to home. Thanks for everything. Merry Christmas from Deb and me to Jean and you.
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    Thanks for checking out the fitment, Jack. I've seen several different saddlebag guard bags advertised for various Harleys, but I didn't want to spend the dollars to experiment on my '90. I wondered if the bags meant for a Harley would fit a RSV and in turn those same bags might be adaptable to the First Gen. MKII. I have seen various Hopnel stuff on eBay, but I wasn't aware they were going out of business. Chit! I really appreciate the description of the placement and the passenger foot boards. I had been wondering if there was enough room there for the bags. Thanks, again, Jack for the information.
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    Jack, Would you see if those Hopnel bags can be fitted to the First Gen saddlebags? I've been eyeing them and others but none have been sold as fitting the First Gen saddlebag guards. Were the ones you got advertised as for the RSV or for Harley or ? Thanks.
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    Fram, PH3600 Extra Guard Oil Filter, For Use With Allis-Chalmers, Ariens, Badger Dynamic, Basic Equipment, Bolens, 05-03 Chrysler, Davis, Dig-R-Mobile, 05-03 Dodge, 05-02 Dodge Truck, Excel, Ford, 05-81 Ford, 73-71 Ford, Ford Gasoline Industrial, 05-86 Ford Truck, G.H. Tennant, GE, Gravely, GWF Mfg. Inc, Hydra-Mac, International Harvester, Jacobsen, 05-00 Jaguar, 05-02 Jeep Truck, John Deere, Kohler, 05-00 Lincoln, 94-88 Lincoln, Marklift, 05-94 Mazda Truck, Melroe Bobcat, 05-81 Mercury, 72-71 Mercury, 05-04 Mercury Truck, New Holland, Oakes, Onan, Owatonna, Roof, Simplicity, Thermo King, Toro, Vermeer & Wheel Horse. Read more: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_vehicle_does_a_fram_oil_filter_PH3600_fit#ixzz1exw9pJN1 Fram PH2 Oil Filter, will fit 1991-2002 Ford, 2000-2001 Mazda, Winnebago, 05-92 Ford, 04-96 Ford Gasoline, 05-93 Ford Truck, 05-91 Lincoln, 05-98 Lincoln Truck, 05-03 Mazda, 05-00 Mazda Truck, 05-92 Mercury, & 05-97 Mercury Truck, Winnebago. Read more: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_cars_take_a_FRAM_PH2#ixzz1exwTMY5p Motorcraft FL-820-S Fits: 1996-10 Mustang 4.6L/5.4L 2011-12 SVT GT500 5.4L 1999-04 SVT Lightning 5.4L 2011-12 SVT Raptor 6.2L
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    Trevor: Nice website you have created. The "aluminum covers for the rear brake cylinder" is a chrome metal replacement for the stock plastic. Like most accessories for the First Generation Ventures, they are only available as used takeoffs. There is hardly anything in the way of "safety chrome" being made or sold new today. Like it or not, eBay is probably the only place to find the vintage accessories. The same thing about the rear carriers on the top boxes: good luck finding it new or used. Again, try eBay. I finally found one for my 1990 (although, I have yet to receive it) after nearly a year of looking.
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    It would appear that Sears is offering something that is not the norm for an AGM. According to this article, an AGM is essentially sealed, presumably filled at the factory. Because MOST AGM are essentially sealed and can be used in any position, there is no danger of acid leak while an AGM is in shipment, for instance from a retailer to customer via UPS or FEDEx. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRLA_battery
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    All brake fluid is "synthetic". DOT 3, 4 and 5.1 are glycol based where as DOT 5 is silicone based. DOT 5 does not absorb water. All the others absorb moisture and keep the water in suspension. Glycol is a type of alcohol, thus the affinity for water.
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    Jack? Tell me about the fork protectors that you have there. Where: can I get a pair Who: made them What: are they made of and what keeps them from riding up. When: ...um, don't have a "when" question. How: does one have to remove the forks to install these or are they split? Thanks
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    Grooooooaaaaaaaannnnnnnnnn!
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    I don't know what a "yon" is, Jack, but I believe the cattle pictured in this thread are "Highlands", native of Scotland.
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    Scottish Highland?
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    PayPal sent for two bells.
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    I lost one and gave the other to Straka, so I'm up for two more.
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    Mike, There is one enthusiast (I can't remember who) who advocates utilizing ABS pipe cement for our plastic repairs and he recommends adding shaved ABS bits to the cement to form a thicker paste for more body. If I remember correctly, he added bits of ABS to the can of cement and let it melt in the can until the desired consistency was attained. I also recall he used sheets of ABS for large areas. Utilize fiberglass window screening embedded in the still soft ABS paste as reinforcement.
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    Keep reading, Trader...you might be learning Swedish!
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