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Damn. So how do I tell what size banjo bolt I...
Damn. So how do I tell what size banjo bolt I have now? (I'm sure its metric)
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Master cylinder banjo bolt size: What is measured?
So I see 10, 11 and 12mm banjo bolts out there. What is measured to determine what banjo bolt size I have? Is it the size of the socket that fits it?
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I agree. Seen it on dirt bikes and Bts. ...
I agree. Seen it on dirt bikes and Bts. Culprit is typoically a combo of leaking petcock (or petcock left on), with a dirty float/needle, as JB stated.
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It aint the synthetic Drop that thought and look...
It aint the synthetic Drop that thought and look elsewhere
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Is your charging system working? Try one of these
Man, I gotta turn the crowd on to these things
I'm currently using three of these. One on my Pan, one on my 5K generator w/e start, and one on my 67 FJ. I jam in very long and isolated roads. ... -
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I did it on a 99 sporty, and a kick only 97 BT...
I did it on a 99 sporty, and a kick only 97 BT Evo. Both ran fine, easy install. The BT evo was WAY easier to kick start. The sporty, to set the points, just remove the plugs, and put the bike...
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2 Weeks Ago
Thread: California registration question.
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Take your bike to your local indy shop and have...
Take your bike to your local indy shop and have them take a look. My only other recommendation is DONT take short cuts. Thats how you loose your bike and go to jail. Besides, how can you really...
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Glad you could help The issues I had with post...
Glad you could help The issues I had with post is the first I have had with 3 units I have had in the past. It really is a very easy install, and the trouble shooting guide is very helpful in the...
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Dont worry about the initial advance or retard...
Dont worry about the initial advance or retard settings when setting it up the fiirst time If you do, you will encounter nothing but probs. Set it up exactly as the instr states. It will be very...
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03-07-2021
Thread: New to me chopper + questions
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Take it easy on the "laughed at" sporsters. ...
Take it easy on the "laughed at" sporsters. Comments like that dont get you far here or in the real world. A sporty was good enough for you in the past: Sporties saved HD (and Pres Reagan) in the...
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02-27-2021
Thread: 75 Ironhead clutch
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Hang on with the whole taking the clutch apart...
Hang on with the whole taking the clutch apart for a sec.
Take off the primary cover (Make a note of which bolts go where). They are not the same length all the way around
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A rod is really overkill and adds to clutter. ...
A rod is really overkill and adds to clutter. That caliper has a slot in it that slides over the tab Thats how they are from the factory, no rod. As long as the tab is of good gauage and the...
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02-24-2021
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Just be sure the tab does not bind the caliper at...
Just be sure the tab does not bind the caliper at the disc, and that you can easily slide the caliper back and forth, and you have enough tab lenhgth for chain or belt adjustment
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02-24-2021
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Yes it will work Done it myself a few times with...
Yes it will work Done it myself a few times with a tab just like it
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02-16-2021
Thread: Should I buy or Pass?
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The answer key is what you said: You have seen...
The answer key is what you said: You have seen neither in person.
There are three old sayings in bike buying:
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02-16-2021
Thread: Skateshoes for motorcycles>?
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Myself, there are two serious issues with so...
Myself, there are two serious issues with so called skate shoes (or the like) while riding bikes
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02-01-2021
Thread: Unique problem
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The reason I ask is if the surface that got...
The reason I ask is if the surface that got damaged happened quickly, its probabaly just a spray can applied paint job that can be easily fixed
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02-01-2021
Thread: Unique problem
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Where is the prob, can you send a pic? Also, was...
Where is the prob, can you send a pic? Also, was this a factory finish or aftermarket/prior owner apply the paint?
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01-27-2021
Thread: Cycle-Shack Closing Down....
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Yep Same Superior
Yep Same Superior
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01-26-2021
Thread: Cycle-Shack Closing Down....
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I remember cycle shack Here's a question: ...
I remember cycle shack
Here's a question: Did cycle shack actually make those pipes? I doubt it. If if not, who did, and can they be gotten form the folks that actually make them.
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01-24-2021
Thread: Rear brake locking up
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I use a old style wagner pushing my 90's softail...
I use a old style wagner pushing my 90's softail rear caliper. Works great. See my 60FL. I used the same setup on a prior build Cheap and works fine108320
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01-20-2021
Thread: Sportster evolution?
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The 883 EVo 4 speed SAVED HD I beleive it...
The 883 EVo 4 speed SAVED HD I beleive it cost $3995 when it first came out (1989?). I went out and got one. EVO reliability and the price made a new HD affordable to the average person. I...
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01-05-2021
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Poll: Damn good prices on quality produtcs. I have yet...
Damn good prices on quality produtcs. I have yet to be dissapionted. FAST shipping. I just wish they had lots more parts!
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01-05-2021
Thread: Recommended cam for Panhead
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Recommended cam for Panhead
Hit me with a make/model cam for better mid range for a 60FL
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01-01-2021
Thread: VIN # Stamping (it's illegal...)
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You aint gonna like this............ Whether...
You aint gonna like this............ Whether you agree or not with the laws, or think no one will ever notice: The jailhouse is full of guys that had that same thought. People say they reason...
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