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#61
Turning Wrenches / Re: GT750 Brake Bleed issue
October 06, 2022, 06:24:52 AM
Sounds like the whole system needs removed, flushed, rebuilt. For some people, brakes are important.
I had one rescue with a side not responding. Turns out a PO had replaced the caliper banjo bolt with a solid bolt! At least there was nk leakage on that side.
#62
Turning Wrenches / Re: Rear Break Master Cylinder
October 02, 2022, 07:37:14 PM
Quote from: IICYCLE on October 02, 2022, 07:52:20 AM
Ya I seen Chucks post and made sure the small hole was clear but the master cylinder plunger is still very slow to return to its resting position. The master cylinder bore seems good but maybe try to clean with a green scratch pad ?
Too course for me. Maybe 1200 grit with isopropyl alcohol to flush and lubricate the abrasive - and make sure the piston cups are on the correct way and lubricated with brake fluid.
#63
General Chatter / Re: Insurance Poll
September 26, 2022, 08:09:04 PM
I've had Dairyland for a few years. On a Spyder and two (soon to be three) classics. All of the others increased my rates because we have not had any loans for about 20 years.
#64
Events / Re: Free bike show in Powell TN October 1st
September 26, 2022, 06:53:23 AM
We are monitoring the huricane forecast, and will make a rain date or GO decision around Wednesday.
#65
Race Discussions / Re: 2023 MotoGP Schedule
September 25, 2022, 02:00:40 PM
"2024 will see MotoGP™ move to sustainable fuels, launching a new global era of zero carbon fuels"
Then they talk about pure alcohol fuels - which are almost all hydrocarbons.
#66
Race Discussions / Re: 2023 MotoGP Schedule
September 25, 2022, 06:37:36 AM
What about machine formula? Any word on progressive (or abrupt) "greening" of the power plants?
#67
Update -
Although I really don't think much rain will get here before Saturday evening, some people may be traveling to the show, so....   We will be canceling the bike show for this Saturday and using our rain date of October 15.   Hope you can still make it on the 15th!!
Lighthouse Christian Church is once again having a bike show in Powell, TN (just North of Knoxville). This year entry for all 'bikes is FREE and there are no classes - show what you've got. Top five recognized (across all bikes shown). Registration day of show. Address is 8015 Facade Lane, Powell TN. Attached is a map and flyer from the show. There are always a few 2Ts there from the Time Warp Vintage Motorcycle Club.
#68
General Chatter / Re: Classic Vehicles
September 09, 2022, 04:49:27 PM
20 years? That means the 2001 Chevy S10 pickup I drive is a classic?
#69
I think Ed Toomey still does them. ed@toomeydesigns.com
4798 Highway 29 S, Anderson, SC
(864) 581-5981
#70
General Chatter / Re: Score!
August 27, 2022, 07:20:12 AM
Nice.
#71
Quote from: 1976RD400C on August 26, 2022, 07:42:12 AM
Installed a new set of Avons    :burnout:

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Sweet! Geneva Green IS the best color!
#72
General Chatter / Re: Making sprockets
August 26, 2022, 02:12:51 PM
My cousin lost half a forearm in a GM dashboard punch press and my son in law lost his left arm above the elbow in a Magic Chef punch press. GM paid out much better.
#73
General Chatter / Re: Atomic Toy
August 26, 2022, 02:08:48 PM
These days Gilbert's Erector Set is considered dangerous. Yes, you can get hurt. Seriously? Doubtful. Where do hands-on engineers get encouragement these days to enter the fields? I spent half of my play time for several years building and taking apart Erector Set projects (only child on a farm).
#74
I'd suggest a sharp knife. If using a Dremel, I'd use a burr. Dangerous to grind nonferrous with a stone.
#75
General Chatter / Re: Riding post vasectomy
August 13, 2022, 01:38:18 PM
Had mine in '90. Hard to remember, but I know that I wasn't supposed to swim for a couple days. Had it on Friday, went to church Sunday and back to work Monday. Wasn't riding at the time. Had green light laser on prostate about 12 years ago. Told me not to ride for a month. I gave it two weeks and even though winter and riding a GL1800 started commuting on it again. Was careful not to drop it or put myself in a strain.