Anyone in the area going to the show this coming weekend? I will be there Friday and Sunday afternoon. Contact me off list if you want to meet up. I am hauling...
Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, Before posting to the list, there are things you need to know. The first thing is : there are 850 people on the list. If...
5united@yahoogroups.com
Feb 1, 2004 8:26 pm
19846
3m weatherstrip adhesive is recommended for putting the rubber kneepads back on your fuel tank. 3m weatherstrip adhesive is available in most automobile parts...
5united@yahoogroups.com
Feb 1, 2004 8:26 pm
19847
... I think that bearing is toast. Buy another. You can save / reuse the race, but the bearing sounds like its has become garbage. How hot did you get it? ...
Top - like toward the sky with the bike rubber side down. If they didn't strip when you pulled the throttle plate screws you can re-use them - use Blue...
Corey, I've always counted needle clip position from the top, as in how it sets in an assembled carb body. That would mean the pointy end goes down. But I've...
In a message dated 2/1/2004 11:27:07 AM Mountain Standard Time, 5united@yahoogroups.com writes: Since you have a LWB /5 you might want to consider upgrading to...
hobomatt@...
Feb 3, 2004 3:40 am
19851
YEEEEEEE HAAAAAAA!!! Well folks. It's been a long time coming, but the last one came of the machines at 10pm Friday (second shift). My partner Jeff picked...
Hey Bob, My '73 has an aftermarket battery box similar in size to that of the /6 bikes. I can fit the large Mareg battery from the BMW dealer or use the ...
Does the starter motor turn the engine over with the clutch lever not pulled in? If you pull the clutch lever in, can you spin the transmission with the...
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DISCODADDYDAN@...
Feb 3, 2004 3:43 am
19854
Hello Laird, sorry to hear about the damaged cone. RE: earlier comment copied below. The two main components in taper roller bearings are the cup (outer race)...
Couple of recommendations based on recent experience, no affiliation... Earplugs: I'm pretty picky about earplugs, and have gone through many brands both...
Loctite comes in many many grades. The most common type used in engine work is 242 and is blue in color. It is intended for fasteners 6 mm and larger and is...
The jury seems hung on this one. Most have said to replace the bearing but a respected member suggested that since the rollers turn freely when back in the...
In a message dated 2/2/2004 9:38:17 PM Central Standard Time, ... OK. Here's the secret. If you have an old fork tube laying around, slip it over the stem....
There used to be a holder marketed by Walus Engineering that allowed the use of those inexpensive garden tractor batteries [$19.95 USD] in /6 on [and probably...
Talk about generating extraneous mail responses! Every time this FAQ gets resurrected it requires clarification: Use 3M SUPER Weatherstrip adhesive and look or...
====================================== 3m weatherstrip adhesive is recommended for putting the rubber kneepads back on your fuel tank. 3m weatherstrip adhesive...
I am trying to get a set of Avon Vintage Racing tires for the AHRMA races at Jennings, FL and Daytona. They seem to be back ordered at several sites. If...
Hi Laird, it may well work. Were it my bike, I'd replace the parts, as I place great value on my life, and safety is still my number one priority. The parts...
Some personal thoughts: Why wear earplugs? Personally, I like hearing sirens on emergency vehicles and cop cars so I can slow down & get outa their way. I also...
According to OSHA, hearing loss can start around 90dB with exposure for 8 hours. Wind noise on the highway, even under a full face helmet, can be well over...
My /5 collection is for sale in western washington state. I have a running 1972 SWB, and a bunch of extras (set of 900cc pistons/jugs, three different frame...
I had several replies to my H4 reflector posting that mentioned a /7 headlight conversion on our beloved /5. I checked the archives, twice:-) really! Don't...
Dave, You are right; I don't believe a /7 headlight will work in a /5. I put a R65 headlight lens/reflector into my R75/5. It fits perfectly. There is some...
... I've been wearing earplugs while riding for several years. Last year I opted for a set of molded plugs from http://www.azearprotection.com, which has been...
Contact Lyn Garland at vintspclty@.... He is in Georgia and will usually have the tires to you within a few days. His prices are good and Lyn is willing to...
it's a r65 H4 conversion not a /7. eurotech motorsports has it for around $80 I had several replies to my H4 reflector posting that mentioned a /7 headlight...
Okay, we got a flood of messages on earplugs, and they all basically said the same thing. Earplugs are good. I've cut out important pieces of the posts, and...
Groups: Any idea where I might find RED spark plug wires for a /5? I don't want to make them and Dennis Kirk no longer sells 'em! Many thanks. Regards, Ken ...
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