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I will agree. The fine brass threads of the pilot mixture screw, nor the fine aluminum threads in the carb body, probably will not withstand the stress of a hammer impact driver.

While the 1988 power amp has a '26H' prefix (26H-88132-01-00) which usually means compatibility with a 1983, according to the microfiche, the 1983 and 1984 are different and perhaps not compatible? My gut says they will interchange, but the parts list says 'not necessarily'.

If you are clear about the distinction between the First Generation Venture (1983-1993) and the Second Generation Venture (1999-2013), then rest assured that there is virtually no interchangeability of parts beyond the internal engine components, some transmission parts and the final drive. If on the other hand, your perception is that the "First Gen Venture" is the 1983-1985 and the "Second Gen Venture" is the 1986-1993, then there are an innumerable compatibility of parts, including SOME swing arms (though not all) and all the triple trees.

I found a company that sells connector/terminal cleaning files. http://www.ipatools.com/products/index.php/ipa-8040.html http://www.ipatools.com/products/index.php/ipa-8042.html

Most of these "Molex" (not actually a Molex connector, but the idea is same) type connectors rely on an integral tang to retain each connector pin. Utilizing a tiny precision screwdriver, depress the tang that retains each connector pin into the white plastic connector body and retract each connector, one at a time. Clean each removed connector pin with a combination of CRC QD contact cleaner and mechanical abrasion (brass brush); reinsert the connector and move to the next connector pin. I suggest removing one pin at a time to avoid possible mix-up.

Here is a pic of our trip to Big Bend NP, back in 1975. The lump on the concrete picnic table is me. I wanted to avoid sharing my sleeping bag with heat seeking rattlesnakes.

I believe the air collar circlips will preclude sliding the inner forks up in the triple tree.

I believe the ground point you are seeking is Key#30 on attached diagram. Here is a pic of the "earth" or ground point. Access is going to be very difficult, if not impossible, with the fairing, radio, inner fairing in place.

May I suggest that you start specific threads for each individual problem or question you have. There is a thread here that addresses your LED headlight question. By the way, post your subsequent questions in the First Generation Tech Talk forum. Your Dad's 1987 Venture is a First Gen Venture.

A perfect example of a Frankenstein Venture! 1983 Standard fairing, 1984 Royale trunk, 1983 Standard side covers and saddlebags, 1986+ seat. You KNOW I am going to ask, Orlin...what is the VIN?

All side cover vents and louvers are same for all years that had the side cover louvered vents.

Thank you, Phil.

Thank you for the information, Kelly. Each discrete model has its own serial number range. The 1987 US49 Standard (2LW) started with "000101", whereas the 1987 US49 Royale (1NL) started with "010101". The 1987 California Royale (1UN), the 1987 California Standard (2LX) both start with "000101".

Silicone grease is available at your local home center or hardware store, in the plumbing section, where it is used as a faucet lubricant. Dielectric grease is also a silicone grease, but sold in much smaller (and expensive) packages. The rubber boot is slipped over a barbed shoulder at the body of the side stand switch. Peel the rubber boot off the shoulder and apply the grease into the now open end of the boot. Replace the boot onto the shoulder after inserting the grease.

Thank you Jack! Could I bother you for the manufacturing dates? The 1991 is the second off the line for a US49 destination. First one was 39101.

In addition to Randy's advice for cleaning with contact cleaner, fill the rubber boot with silicone grease to exclude moisture.

Thank you for your contribution, Richard. Extrapolating your VIN with others I have acquired, your XVZ12TK was built in late March or early April of 1983. It's thirty-second birthday is coming up in the next couple weeks!

Does your Murano have the CVT? Some hate that transmission, while others tolerate/like it.

Yes. Yes. Yes.

Indeed there is a rear brake master cylinder AND reservoir. This assembly is located immediately above the brake pedal pivot, behind a black plastic cover held with two screws. Apparently, you are not aware that the Venture has a "linked" brake system. Depressing the "rear" brake pedal acts on the rear brake caliper AND the left front brake caliper. A complete flushing and cleaning of the entire brake system is probably in order. Old brake fluid tends to crystallize and/or gel. This degradation plays havoc with master cylinders, calipers, metering valve and proportioning valve; all devices with small (sometimes TINY) orifices that become plugged with the crystallized brake fluid.

I made a pilot screw tool as well. Mine allows me to make pilot screw adjustments even when the fairing lowers are in place.

It is a VentureLine backrest, an official Yamaha accessory, although not a factory option (OEM). Currently there are just two brackets (one pair) for the VentureLine backrest on eBay. 87 Yamaha XVZ13 Bracket C | eBay 87 Yamaha XVZ13 Bracket B | eBay Seems the seller is plenty proud of them. Perhaps with combined shipping you could save ten bucks. FYI: Here is the part number for the backrest brackets:ABA-1NLCD-04-40

The stock rear shock is not rebuildable. If you are certain that the shock has an internal air leak (not a fitting or hose leaking) then replacement is your only recourse. Personally, I would replace the faulty stock shock with a low mileage stock shock from a Standard Venture. Leaking First Gen shocks are uncommon and used stock shocks are cheap, unlike the Progressive®. Here is a very clean shock from a 1983 Standard with 43K miles:83 Yamaha XVZ1200 XVZ12 Venture Y396' Rear Mono Shock Air Damper w Pivot Mounts | eBay Here is a real cheap one: 83 Yamaha XVZ1200 XVZ 1200 Venture Rear Mono Suspension Shock Wire Mount | eBay

There were several aftermarket manufacturers of back rests for the First Gen. The various manufacturers each had a unique way of mounting. One must first determine the manufacturer of your backrest. Pictures would be good.

Molex makes hot melt connectors connectors for wire down to 22 gauge. DigiKey is a distributor of Molex products. Harbor Freight offers some 18-22 gauge butt connectors that utilize hot melt adhesive. Check with your local marine dealership, too.