dingy Posted January 29, 2010 Share #1 Posted January 29, 2010 (edited) I have received a quote for producing a tool that will allow the tightening of the fork bearing nut with a 3/8" torque wrench. This procedure is outlined in the service manuals beginning with the 1986 manual. This is under Periodic Inspection & Adjustment - Chassis - Steering Head Adjustment. Also, if you are the proud owner of the MKI (83-85) Ventures, you could use the procedure outlined in the 86-93 manual. If you need a copy of this procedure I can provide it for you. The tool will work on any year Venture. The same part number is shown in the part fiche from 1983 through the RSV's for the steering head bearing nut. I have a one piece sample coming so I can try it to insure fitment. The tool will be laser cut from 1/4" thick, 304 stainless steel, mill finish. In order to cut the cost for the tool, I will receive the tool from the supplier just as they come off the laser cutter. There will be a slight amount of slag that I will clean up using my stationary belt sander. I need to know how much interest there would be in this tool. I can supply this tool at a cost of $23.00 including first class shipping to lower 48 US & Canada. I would not have to be paid in advance for this item. Payment would be made at time of order. Supplier has agreed to allow me 30 days to pay. If you would be interested in one of these, please post to this thread or PM me. Attached is a picture showing dimensioned tool, left side shows engagement with nut, right side is a scan of Yamaha tool. Gary Edited April 9, 2010 by dingy price change Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dano Posted January 29, 2010 Share #2 Posted January 29, 2010 Beats the heck out of using a screwdriver and hammer. Put me down for one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skydoc_17 Posted January 29, 2010 Share #3 Posted January 29, 2010 Hey Gary, Great Job! I would like one as well. I can Paypal you the funds anytime you like. Thanks for working on this, Earl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BJB Posted January 29, 2010 Share #4 Posted January 29, 2010 Put me down for one too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
short-haul Posted January 29, 2010 Share #5 Posted January 29, 2010 Put me down for one I always need new tools Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carbon_One Posted January 29, 2010 Share #6 Posted January 29, 2010 Add me to the list as well. Tools are always in use in my garage. Let us know when & where to send the funds. Larry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chinto Posted January 29, 2010 Share #7 Posted January 29, 2010 This is a project on my to do list this spring but I don't have the right tool for the job until now. I definitely need and want one too. I can paypal you when your ready. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texaskid Posted January 29, 2010 Share #8 Posted January 29, 2010 Put me down for one also. And let me know where to paypal the payment. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evan Posted January 29, 2010 Share #9 Posted January 29, 2010 Yes, add me to the list please. Great initiative! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreezyRider Posted January 29, 2010 Share #10 Posted January 29, 2010 Ditto! Put me down for one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom Posted January 30, 2010 Share #11 Posted January 30, 2010 put me down for one , yell when you need paypal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Owl Posted January 30, 2010 Share #12 Posted January 30, 2010 Heck, I'll take one too. If for no other reason than to have a tool that Rocket don't got... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canuck Posted January 30, 2010 Share #13 Posted January 30, 2010 Put me down for one also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry W Posted January 30, 2010 Share #14 Posted January 30, 2010 I'm in, sounds like a great tool for a maintenance day. Let me know when to send the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plainmd Posted January 30, 2010 Share #15 Posted January 30, 2010 Just let me know when they are ready..I will take one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LilBeaver Posted January 30, 2010 Share #16 Posted January 30, 2010 Well shucks; Looks like I ought to be in for one of these too. While the hammer and screwdriver work, I sure do prefer to do it right... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leland Posted January 30, 2010 Share #17 Posted January 30, 2010 Me too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleeperhawk Posted January 30, 2010 Share #18 Posted January 30, 2010 Put me down for one too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wizard765 Posted January 30, 2010 Share #19 Posted January 30, 2010 Count me in for one as well... Thanks for doing this. Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcarl Posted January 30, 2010 Share #20 Posted January 30, 2010 Well if Rocket don't have it and Black Owl wants it, and everybody else can't seem to do without it, I'll need one as well. Don't know what I'll use it for just yet, seeing as my head is just about perfect, and I don't want to go screwing around with something that don't have any problems, but I'm sure I find a good use for it sooner or later,,,,,,, we do have VentureRiders visiting here on occasion, so the time might come. Yes, I could use one. Carl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubber Posted January 30, 2010 Share #21 Posted January 30, 2010 Heck I don't have a MAYTAG! Sorry!!!!:stirthepot: Just charge that one to BommerCPO. LMAO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted January 30, 2010 Share #22 Posted January 30, 2010 Put me down for one also and thanks for doing this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyR Posted January 30, 2010 Share #23 Posted January 30, 2010 Gary, I'll take one. Let me know when to pay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gscbertrand Posted January 30, 2010 Share #24 Posted January 30, 2010 I'll take 1 as well. As above let us know when you need payment. Thank you for all the work for this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a1bummer Posted January 30, 2010 Share #25 Posted January 30, 2010 Excellent Idea! Count me in for one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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