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    oh yeah? does it fall of completely or just partially? (my hair fell off completely...what are you talking about?)
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    cool...so for me, the question still remains...is there any advantage to going from Amsoil (non diesel) to Rotella Synthetic Diesel and what, if any, difference might there be? As for 10/40 or 20/50 and associated temps, we do get pretty warm in and around these parts in the summer .... some areas we travel are over 80 quite regularly (now don't you sutherners wet yerselves laffin!!!) :rotf:and even get up to the 90's a few times. Funny...maybe it's cuz of my age going up and memory going down but I can't recall exactly what I ran in prev bikes (10/40 or 20/50) duh!
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    Are you saying that Rotella Diesel oil is synthetic? If so, then from what you say, there shouldn't be any problem going from Amsoil synthetic to Rotella Diesel (if it is, in fact, synthetic) ??
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    at least 2 of you posted that you use 20/50 weight oil ... have you ever used 10/40 and if so, what differences have you noticed? Why do you use 20/50 as opposed to 10/40? Anyone?
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    Ecks recent post about a virus got me to wondering how many of us, including myself are IT "dudes" or "dudettes" and what's everyone's background / specialty / length of time? For myself, I am mostly self-taught. I started toying with computers around 1984 and by 1986, I sold my 3rd computer for a bigger, more powerful one with 2...yes two 3.5 inch floppy drives (no hard drive yet)! I made a deal with the purchaser that I would teach him how to use it and since he owned a hair salon, I developed a program for him to track his clients, etc. He paid me with haircuts for 2 years (yes, I did have hair at one time:D). I was out of work at the time and he suggested I put an ad in the paper to teach people how to use computers...so I did...and that's when it all started. I then got into contracting to computer training companies. At the same time, I was advancing my knowledge of database development and picking up a few clients here and there. Demand from them got me into networking and eventually becoming a full solutions provider including hardware. As time passed and word got around, I kept getting more customers and their demands forced me to continuously learn new technologies and methods to provide their solutions. I never did get any official schooling or designations or certifications...never had the time but over the years I've taught many folks who have them (surprisingly to me, I knew a whole lot more than they did about stuff). After working for myself for 20 yrs, I finally got tired of the "brain drain" the technology explosion was causing and got a "real job" working as the only technical resource for a small, in-bound call centre with a long-term, solid government contract. There was still a lot of learning to do when I came aboard but at least it was very specific. In a nutshell then, my specialties are database development, desktop support, software instructing & courseware development, and small biz networks incl forests/domains, managed routers & firewalls, etc. (no, I'm not writing my resume here .. :rotf:nor am I looking for a job )
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    Barry.... did you disconnect all the associated wiring and put some dielectric grease on them? According to other posts I've read, this helps. I haven't done mine yet but next time I have it apart, I plan to. Having said that tho, when I was monkeying with the cassette removal, etc, I've disconnected everything at least a couple times .... no problems so far (touch wood)
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    Not meaning to hijack yer thread but I'm wondering what the implications might be going to the Rotella deisel oil after running amsoil synthetic for 1 oil change?? keep in mind that there's only been 2 oil changes on my scoot since new and because I bought it after the first change, I have no idea what the PO put in it before I got it. It was changed at 1000 km (600+ miles) and then I changed it to Amsoil Synthetic at 1300 km .... it's now got almost 7400km on it and due for a change (geeez...can't believe I've put over 6000 km since last Nov)
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    Follow the directions CAREFULLY is my advice. I did my install about a month ago. It's a wee bit "tricky". Couple of points... 1) measure 3 times, drill hole once 2) keep in mind that the holes are at a bit of an angle. I found that after I drilled the holes, I had to file them open a bit to finally get the bolts in because of that angle. Do the forward holes first and make sure that fits including installing the bolts, etc before marking / drilling the rearward holes. Afterwards, find something to cover the exposed bolt heads inside the trunk otherwise, if you put a helmet or such in and close the lid, you might find some unwanted scrapes on it. The rack should be about an inch or so away from the backrest. Oh, and one last thing... be VERY CAREFUL as you position / re-position, mount / remove / remount the rack otherwise you WILL scratch your trunk!!! (no, I didn't but it was danged close!) hope this helps.
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    :rotf: :rotf: :rotf: now THAT is a GOOD ONE!! (talk about a mental image or what!)
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    IMHO, there is no such thing as a new scoot with a reduced warranty so that it can be sold cheaper. They're either B/Sing as a stalling tactic or they're plain clueless, they need to be educated the hard way.
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    no biggie Curt... this is how we learn stuff and I'm a glutton for knowledge! and... I do run a 10 gauge wire from battery to fuse block Thanks for all your input and thanks to all the others. It's all good stuff!
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    Awrite...those of you "in the know" ... will that fuse block handle a 30 amp fuse/load?? (oil be durned ifn I know)
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    See post #10 in this thread... that's the fuse block I have...you're telling me it's only good for 10 amp fuses .... yet what's that fuse in it? (looks like a 40 to me) ?? And post #13 is showing 2 - 15 amp fuses ...?? http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=29737&highlight=fuse+block
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    COOL ! I think I'm "up" to this ... I enjoy wiring stuff and the answers provided here pretty much concur with my own thoughts ... just needed to hear it from others. here's a pic I did for how I figgure the Kuryakyn box to be wired... Curt, does this appear similar to what you did?
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    Do you still have the various emblems on it? If so, then according to them, it is still a MIDNIGHT Venture .... but nobody would believe it! They'd think you robbed the emblems offa one!
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    There are no stupid questions... only stupid answers and I am the ONLY ONE QUALIFIED to answer! The answer is YES, as long as nothing comes in contact with those areas....
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    Thanks ... I believe it does help ... it's basically the same as I already have thru a single switch I use to my aux lights ... I think I "get it". Only difference would be I don't put an "in-line" switch in the cig-lighter line (which I use to turn on or off the lights when I choose) ... I can probably just use the existing relay (which is, I believe, a Bosch 30 amp) and re-route the wires accordingly.
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    I realize a relay is not needed; however, the switch box is wired directly to the battery (according to the instructions) which means the power is live all the time... I'd rather hook it into switched power somehow...with or without a relay. I suppose I could rig a relay up at the fuse block I put under the seat so that power only goes to the switch box when the key is on...just not sure exactly how to wire it so that there is the full 30 amps as per the installation instructions.
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    I've been contemplating buying this product; however, when I look at the installation instructions, I can't "fathom" how to connect it up using a relay either for the switch as a whole or separate relays for each accessory connected. Does anyone have suggestions...wiring diagram c/w relay, etc?
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    Dang... I just saw this today and I sold the bike already so no pic. But no, mine was a bit different but similar idea.
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    I watched a video on the Honda Insight... I noticed no running lights. What's happened to that rule that all (new) cars must have running lights? I see more and more now without them...even cop cars...did they do away with that?
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    Interesting idea. I'm wondering tho if that only works when sent by an individual whereas if it's a company such as Baron's, customs would catch onto that..??
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    Still waiting to receive them from UPS; however, I had emailed Barons about my displeasure in that they shipped UPS rather than USPS and here's the email I got back... ____________________________________________________ Hello Rick, Sorry for the error we made in shipping your order to you. I was as surprised as you were to see your package shipped via UPS. As you can see on the invoice it was scheduled to ship via USPS. International small box items are supposed to ship via the Postal service. Unfortunately it looks as though the shipping department simply made the error of using the wrong service. I'm guessing they compared the rates and seeing UPS was much less expensive they shipped it that way not realizing the amount of UPS brokerage fees that would be tacked on. We are revising our web site to be able to provide an accurate shipping quote to International customers within 24 hours of ordering to eliminate the confusion that can arise depending on the part ordered. Large dimension boxes are actually less expensive via UPS even with the brokerage fees. Long story short we are not unsympathetic to what happened in your situation. We cannot issue you a refund for the fees as they were not charged by us. But I can offer to put the $41.16 you were charged on account for you to use if you can find something else for your Venture that may interest you. Once again we apologize for the mistake. Fortunately for us I can't remember another case like yours. Unfortunately we decided to pick on you for this one. Please let me know if you see something of interest and I will make sure we get it right. ____________________________________________________ Now, if that ain't good customer service, I don't know what. :thumbsup2: to Baron Custom Accessories !
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    Are you a little P/O'd at your "friend" ???? Did you cuss at him while looking in the mirror? Sorry to hear about your "friend's" mishap ...
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    Isn't it still WINTER in WINTERPEG ?
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