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good lookin' bike... great summer for some dam pics.
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Back on the road !! after 3 weeks of reading every related post on this site and waiting for oem replacement parts.
As a first timer, I was going to take it to the stealer after reading about some of the replacement issues here,
but with a little luck and extensive directions it worked out in the end. It's been 3 days and 100 miles since.
Had a few issues along the way if it helps anyone.
Initially I used the Motion Pro 'Seal Mate' fork cleaner and leaking stopped for 8 days.
The oem replacement damper bolts don't have the permanent magnet imbedded in the end like the originals.
Not sure if this is an issue, but in hind sight, I could have drilled out the end of the new bolts and reused the original removable magnets.
Picked up a 41mm Motion Pro seal driver on Utube '1984 Venture Seal Replacement, Part 2'. (spec is 40mm).
As it turns out this driver wouldn't quite fit inside my 87' tubes. Had to grind off 1/2 mm circumferance on the driver where the seams meet.
Could be the difference between MK1 and MK2 tolerances.
The MP driver doesn't have a specific edge to seat the metal slide collar.
Fabricated a piece of black 2" pvc pipe which fits perfectly around inner tube and used MP driver inline with pvc to seat the metal collar.
Checked everything after reassembly and the front brake bottomed out !? Removing the handle bars and letting them dangle out of the way during assembly probably wasn't the best idea.
Must have introduced air into the master cylinder at some point. Brake pressure returned to normal by the next day. Clutch side was ok.
Once again, this site was an invaluable resource.
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syscrusher, I've been following your threads as I'm currently changing out 4 seals on my 2 87's when I get the replacement OEM parts.
In the interm I came across an article where someone suggested taking a nylon stocking and fanning it around the inner tube to snag any potential burrs that might be hard to detect by eye.
"the washer under the seal did not want to bottom in the top recess of the fork slider, making me think maybe it was in wrong.".... looking at my fork assembly, that washer should bottom out flush into the recess of the fork slider snug, but without binding.
hope this helps.
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here's an image of damper washers.
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Thinking 2015 or 2016...
Whats the best months to attempt this?
Considering the mountain snow an the desert heat?
Did the route past June/July and wouldn't recommend this trip mid summer because of extreme temps. Didn't have flexibility with timeframe, but in hindsight would have picked May/June.
We kept a short journal of route 66 with a few pics. http://maxschwieb.wordpress.com/
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I used this site past few months on longer trips. The map animation forecast saved our bacon more than a few times along the routes.
I used it more as a day to day 'what to wear' forecast during unsettled weather.
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Dunlop E-3's, they wear like iron...
agree..
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So what if a heavier fluid was used in place of the "blue food coloring" looking stuff. Say ATF?
tried ATF with same result.
100% antifreeze with red food dye (for vis) works somewhat better, but still traps air bubbles.
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I just replaced one that I got over 14,000 miles on...only reason I changed it when I did was for a pending long trip.
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nice ride m'man, congrats!
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and go into debt again for 3 years.
hey, we'll be debt free by summer 2016 !
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full coverage for the 87, same rate 2013, no record, 1,069. Every year I try to negotiate a rate reduction with the ins rep and get the same response
, rates are set based on too many fatal claims in the province.... that's 'their' story. On the upside, apparently this same policy covers and extends thru winter should one decide to trailer ones bike to southern states for 6 months eh... pay the piper.
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never had a problem finding on line parts for the 87 in the past two years other than a rear master cylinder. The cost of replacing some OEM parts has been prohibitive.
Recently picked up a decent 89 parts VR which has been a huge pay off. (rear master cylinder included
) The idea was to restore it back to original condition as possible.In hindsight, I would have picked up a parts VR from the getgo to offset costs.
It's a great bike and wouldn't consider any other at this time.
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Agree with other comments above on the pegs. If you really want a used set of 1" pegs, shoot me a PM and I'll send you a set N/C, just shipping.
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Bob, quick check : tools, internet options, general. I believe the general page should have your homepage in dialogue box.
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There is a show called " Marketplace". They did a real world test using cars to see if there was any difference. Unless you have a Ferrari there is no point in using premium. There is no difference in performance, mileage, or emissions. In fact they found putting premium in a car designed for regular decreased mileage and performance and increased emissions.
Happen to catch that show sailor, blew away a lot of myths.
I would use regular other than to avoid ethanol with premium. Even at that, I have to wonder what premium brands are truly tested ethanol free.
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Apparently Microsoft has removed ability to play DVD's unless you run W8 Pro or have added the Media Package, both of which cost extra.
You could try adding media player 'VLC' which is now fully compatible with W8 .. and it's free. Used it for years fault free on previous window systems.
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goatturtle, things are on hold till I determine what will effectively be replaced on the 87 and what will end up in the box. Check your PM.
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new 89 ride delivered yesterday! errr parts bin. The deer made out not so good. Actually considered another winter restoral project ... the boss chimed in immediately 'not happening'.
Fairing has extensive L/S damage,at very least need replacement front fender, lower right fairing, right saddle bag, rad front shroud, crash bars and probably other components. Combined with fresh paint the cost would be prohibitive and thats providing the frame & wheels are intact.
There's an extensive parts box with a couple of electronic components I don't recognize. I'll post photos later.
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Shirts received in the mail today as ordered. They look great! Too bad you hadn't planned a ride over this way. (we must have at least one Tims per block in this little town) Thanks again Don.
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History channel 'Pawn Stars' (called Gold and Silver Pawn Shop) on Las Vegas blvd south.
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Any ideas as to which gas stations sell regular gas with no ethanol in Canada??
I've been told that 'premium only' - Shell, PetroCan & Ultramar are the only three without ethanol in Ontario.
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wish you a speedy recovery and all the best.
..Max
@ 19,000km.
, rates are set based on too many fatal claims in the province.... that's 'their' story. 
) The idea was to restore it back to original condition as possible.
front fork seal replacement
in Venture and Venture Royale Tech Talk ('83 - '93)
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Syscrusher, to clarify we're talking same 'upper bushing/slider' as oem 3JJ-23125 metal,slide 1. ?
first example I used on utube - scroll to 5 min 40 sec for metal slide seating, and 8 min 20 sec for oil seal installation.
[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wzn81nXLOMw](part2) 1984 Yamaha Venture Fork Seals Removal - YouTube[/ame]
another procedure was KIC's post. The second set of instructions # 9 description for metal slider seating and # 11 for the oil seal installation.
http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=67159&highlight=fork+seal+parts
that was my interpretation of slider & seal installation.
note.. I tried using different tools to set slider & seal before I ordered the Motion Pro driver.
Found the slider seated easily with a pvc punch, but I could tell half way into the oil seal installation the tools I used weren't doing a very good job.
My concern was inside tube damage, seating the seal level, and to proper depth. Using the MP driver turned the slide and oil seal installation into a 3 minute job.