FFS. I need a new hobby.

Sierra_Hotel said:
But my guess for the primary reason would be so that you can access the nuts and remove/replace a rod without cracking the case. Pull the jug and piston and you've got a straight shot to the rod bolts.
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You got it.
 
I thought you were supposed to say “that ain’t going no place” for full effect
 
Racerx said:
620 thread locker does have a bit of a sweet taste
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Tangent...I understand why they needed to put the embittering agent into antifreeze. I had some splash in my face/ mouth once, and that **** is delicious. Makes me want to taste everything "they" tell you not to.
 
Which is why it is dangerous to have an open container of it. Pets and children will get into it. It’s not toxic by itself, but when the liver processes it, the by product is deadly.

If your dog drinks it, the emergency treatment is to overwhelm the liver with something else so the toxin can’t be created.

Yes - the vet will get your dog drunk on vodka. Or in a pinch you can do this yourself. Dog will have a hangover when done - a really bad mood.

Ask me how I know ……..

:cheers:
 
Jim K said:
Tangent...I understand why they needed to put the embittering agent into antifreeze. I had some splash in my face/ mouth once, and that **** is delicious. Makes me want to taste everything "they" tell you not to.
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Is that a red transmission fluid or an orange antifreeze leak on the shop floor.... I won't confirm or deny giving a taste test
 
eman1200 said:
I used to. gave it up because I feel safer flying airplanes. this is a screenshot of a picture of a picture of my last bike:

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Ha! Never pegged you as a Harley guy. I had a Street Glide for a while, nice bike. I’ve owned 21 bikes, owned most popular brands except Kawasaki. I’m opposite of you, after well over a million miles on two wheels, I feel FAR more comfortable on a bike than flying a plane. Oh well.

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My buddy was in control of his bike. Up until an oncoming car failed to navigate a turn and clipped one in the group and absolutely smoked my buddy and his girlfriend. My friend was lucky enough they took his left leg. His girlfriend got to keep hers, but has had far more problems with a mangled ankle.
 
Bill said:
Ha! Never pegged you as a Harley guy. I had a Street Glide for a while, nice bike. I’ve owned 21 bikes, owned most popular brands except Kawasaki. I’m opposite of you, after well over a million miles on two wheels, I feel FAR more comfortable on a bike than flying a plane. Oh well.

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she purdy!
 
Bill said:
Ha! Never pegged you as a Harley guy. I had a Street Glide for a while, nice bike. I’ve owned 21 bikes, owned most popular brands except Kawasaki. I’m opposite of you, after well over a million miles on two wheels, I feel FAR more comfortable on a bike than flying a plane. Oh well.

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Well Harley’s have the best safety record, are the most fuel efficient and have extended pegs……..because they were designed by Al Mooney.
 
Rode Yamaha FZ1 for many years. Great bike. Wife hated bikes - never got on it…..
 
Since we’ve derailed on motorcycles, I spent yesterday blowing apart my Multistrada so I could put a third Bosch fuel sender in it. Life span on these is about three years; the part number is now on rev. G since it was the Italians starting to source it from the Germans 15 years ago.

As much as I love the Duc, I fear it’s time with me is drawing to a close. Just have to figure out what will replace it.
 
TCABM said:
Since we’ve derailed on motorcycles, I spent yesterday blowing apart my Multistrada so I could put a third Bosch fuel sender in it. Life span on these is about three years; the part number is now on rev. G since it was the Italians starting to source it from the Germans 15 years ago.

As much as I love the Duc, I fear it’s time with me is drawing to a close. Just have to figure out what will replace it.
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I had the one Duc, an 1100 Multi. At about six years old, old Ducati syndrome was costing me an arm and a leg. That’s when I bought the 2016 BMW R1200GS, which at 9 years old is still solid as a rock. Love this bike!
 
Bill said:
I had the one Duc, an 1100 Multi. At about six years old, old Ducati syndrome was costing me an arm and a leg. That’s when I bought the 2016 BMW R1200GS, which at 9 years old is still solid as a rock. Love this bike!
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Honestly, the MTS hasn’t been maintenance intensive aside from this one part.

The return-to-Paralever GSA is really what I would consider for a next bike, despite the questionable toaster look.

I need to look at the KTM 890R and Super Adventure again. I’d not prefer a 21” front though.
 
Motorcycles? I’ve got some of those. :-)

‘79 Guzzi LeMans
‘97 Guzzi Daytona RS
‘20 Guzzi V85TT
‘80 Ducati 900SS
‘97 Ducati 900SS
‘99 Ducati ST4
‘01 Ducati 996
‘90 BMW R100GS (in Europe)
‘92 BMW R100GS (in the US)

I never lack something to do, have ridden since age 9 and figure I have another 15-20 years of riding to go. I like owning, flying and maintaining my plane a lot but given a choice between never flying and never riding in the Alps again, I think the plane would lose.
 
MauleSkinner said:
Turns out the belt went because of the water pump. And my next vehicle will be user-serviceable.
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That happens. I do what I can; if I had to hire people to work on my stuff, I wouldn't have much "stuff". Having said that, this engine build is light years beyond me.
 
JOhnH said:
I wouldn't want to be outside if they allowed me to work on airplanes. I'm sure eventually one would fall on me. Or at least parts of one.
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What about those 2-ton SUVs wizzing past 10 feet away from you at 75 MPH? Who's certifying the work done on those? Or subjecting the people driving to biennial reviews?
 
Jim K said:
Spent an hour looking for this corkstuffer. It was in the bag with its 8130 in the "I'll deal with the paperwork later" stack.
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Wasn't that the part that started all this in the first place? I think I'd pummel it and send it back before ordering a replacement -- just to make an example for the others in the bin.
 
Tusayan said:
Motorcycles? I’ve got some of those. :-)

‘79 Guzzi LeMans
‘97 Guzzi Daytona RS
‘20 Guzzi V85TT
‘80 Ducati 900SS
‘97 Ducati 900SS
‘99 Ducati ST4
‘01 Ducati 996
‘90 BMW R100GS (in Europe)
‘92 BMW R100GS (in the US)

I never lack something to do, have ridden since age 9 and figure I have another 15-20 years of riding to go. I like owning, flying and maintaining my plane a lot but given a choice between never flying and never riding in the Alps again, I think the plane would lose.
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Nice collection. I didn’t realize anyone else on this board had a V85TT.
 
TCABM said:
As much as I love the Duc, I fear it’s time with me is drawing to a close. Just have to figure out what will replace it.
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If you're becoming tired of expensive Italian mistresses, try a sexy British tart. I test rode a Duc and a Triumph. Bought the Triumph (Daytona 675) and absolutely love it.
 
Half Fast said:
If you're becoming tired of expensive Italian mistresses, try a sexy British tart. I test rode a Duc and a Triumph. Bought the Triumph (Daytona 675) and absolutely love it.
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Last bike was a Triumph Tiger (994 version). Complete beast, handled well for a bagger, and had zero reliability issues. Commuted 40-60 miles daily on it. Harley Ultra sadly got dustier and dustier.

Made the opposite choice - after over 35 years of riding, decided cars had gotten too quiet, too easy to drive, and basically rolling entertainment boxes. This made them unpredictable and far more dangerous. So riding ceased, flying did not. Bikes gone.
 
IMG_1340.jpegMy ride for the last four years. Best bike I’ve owned and best version yet of the Goldwing. I had two previous ‘wings dating back to the 80s, and with the current model, Honda finally did everything that I always wanted. The one nit to pick is that the saddlebags are smaller and oddly-shaped inside, but that still gives enough room for weeks’ worth of clothes, or picking up a load of groceries. Putting in 700+ miles a day on the stock seat is no problem - first bike I’ve owned where that was possible.

When the times comes to replace it, the next bike will probably be a BMW GS. I got a few day rides on one a few months ago in the Sierra Nevada - fantastic machine!
 
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