Texas X Riders
VTX Related Rides => North/Northeast Texas => Topic started by: Tweetys_Revenge on May 10, 2011, 08:02:29 PM
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Tech Session=== Sunday May 22nd Rowlett TX
Time say 11:00 AM or earlier if needed or wanted -- End time No clue when we are done?
I need to install a set of progressive springs and need to check my valves its been 16K(will have bike stripped down before hand to save time) anyone is welcome to come if you need to do some work I have tools and 3 lifts and large driveway.
Will PM my address and phone # to anyone that wants to stop by will fire up the grill and do burgers and dogs if people are interested in doing that.
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Count us in for fork springs for my wife's bike. I have a new quart of fork oil also.
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Count us in for fork springs for my wife's bike. I have a new quart of fork oil also.
If anyone has a large syringe to remove the oil out of the forks you won't have to take them off! I think I have one if noone doesn't. Hook a small tube to the end and suck it out!
Will be there! :thumbup:
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I plan on being there too. Cant think of anything I need done except possibly some help adjusting the front brakes. They seem to be rubbing excessively no matter how much I adjust them.
I do have a syringe I use for the final drive but no tube for it. Let me know if ya want me to bring it or if any other tools are needed.
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Count us in for fork springs for my wife's bike. I have a new quart of fork oil also.
If anyone has a large syringe to remove the oil out of the forks you won't have to take them off! I think I have one if noone doesn't. Hook a small tube to the end and suck it out!
Will be there! :thumbup:
I will see if I can find something
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Go to a boating store and get the vacuum oil changer for inboard engines. It come with tubes to reach the bottom of the forks easily.
After using it, you may decide that changing your own oil in your vehicle is no longer a crawl under the car dirty trip. :notworthy:
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Wow, I've been hoping for one of these for longer than I can remember at this point. ;) Thanks Tweetys_Revenge for hosting it!
I've got a new airbox to be put on and some risers to install, a front left brake caliper giving me issues, and some cable cleanup work to do on the bars. I'd really love to have some more experienced wrenches around to give advice on the brake issue and perhaps help fix it. Here's the list of what I need to look at (with help from more knowledgeable folks):
Clutch master cylinder minor leak
Shift lever is loose under transmission cover
Front left brake caliper won't release fully
Re-torque Rear Shock Bolts (changed out the bushings with no torque wrench)
Airbox to be replaced (old one has several screw bosses destroyed by the previous owner)
Risers to have installed and adjusting controls/cables
I'm also overdue for a valve adjustment but I'm going to have my mechanic do that along with a few other fixes that need doing and my 20/24k mile services. The more I can get done here though, the less I'll have to pay for his time. I'd be swapping out the front springs too, if I'd heard about this early enough to buy them- perhaps I'll see if I can get some locally.
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Sorry guys but it looks like I will have to skip this one. Had something come up and I cant make it. I know you will all be sad without me and my expertise to guide you..... :'(
I hope I can make the next one...You all have fun :thumbup:
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We are still planning on being at the tech session. How many people/bikes are you expecting?
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We are still planning on being at the tech session. How many people/bikes are you expecting?
At this point I have me working on mine checking valves and Chad said he would help with the springs (plan on taking bike apart on Sat. for the Valves) so thats 2 people for sure I have a Pepsx stand and 2 jacks not in use
I think I PMed you my address and phone if you did not get it I can resend if you want.
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Wow, I've been hoping for one of these for longer than I can remember at this point. ;) Thanks Tweetys_Revenge for hosting it!
I've got a new airbox to be put on and some risers to install, a front left brake caliper giving me issues, and some cable cleanup work to do on the bars. I'd really love to have some more experienced wrenches around to give advice on the brake issue and perhaps help fix it. Here's the list of what I need to look at (with help from more knowledgeable folks):
Clutch master cylinder minor leak
Shift lever is loose under transmission cover
Front left brake caliper won't release fully
Re-torque Rear Shock Bolts (changed out the bushings with no torque wrench)
Airbox to be replaced (old one has several screw bosses destroyed by the previous owner)
Risers to have installed and adjusting controls/cables
I'm also overdue for a valve adjustment but I'm going to have my mechanic do that along with a few other fixes that need doing and my 20/24k mile services. The more I can get done here though, the less I'll have to pay for his time. I'd be swapping out the front springs too, if I'd heard about this early enough to buy them- perhaps I'll see if I can get some locally.
Your more than welcome to come by. will PM my phone/ address
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I would have made this one but jumping on a plane Sunday morning.
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At this point I have me working on mine checking valves and Chad said he would help with the springs (plan on taking bike apart on Sat. for the Valves) so thats 2 people for sure I have a Pepsx stand and 2 jacks not in use
I think I PMed you my address and phone if you did not get it I can resend if you want.
Yes, I got your info. We'll see you Sunday.
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Your more than welcome to come by. will PM my phone/ address
Thanks! See you folks on Sunday.
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Had a fun time!!
Thanks TR for the lunch! :thumbup:
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Thanks for the help on the springs and thanks for the lunch. I hope Jake had a good afternoon after we left and quit bothering him. LOL. Thanks again for hosting.
J & J
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What kinda springs?
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Progressive fork springs for the VTX, not the Goldwing ones.
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It was nice to have some people over Jake got his burger hope he did not bother you guys to much. My bike is still in pieces ordered a tappet wrench hope it gets here soon.
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It was nice to have some people over Jake got his burger hope he did not bother you guys to much. My bike is still in pieces ordered a tappet wrench hope it gets here soon.
I have a brand new Honda tappet wrench that you are welcome to use if you want to cancel the order....Just a thought. I think I am about 10-15min(or less) from your house. Send me a PM if you want and we can work something out.
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Progressive fork springs for the VTX, not the Goldwing ones.
Good! You'll enjoy those! I got the Goldwing and although I'm impressed with the handleing so much more than before (over stock), sometimes I feel their too much, specially when you hit a slight drop off and you feel the front shocks bang and slam to a full extention. :ohwow: :ohwow: On the other hand I do like'em cause dropping my rear shock length 3/4" and the front is up 2" makes the corners that you would or used to drag your pegs on go away. Have kinda felt like a VTX Grand Prix rider sometimes. Hope I don't hit the tilt over kill switch someday! :ohwow: That would be :redcard: :redcard:
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GOG Thanks for the use of the wrench worked great also VTXChad that cable adjustment WOW it made a big difference.
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Well I'm new here but would have loved to come. I just got the parts in for the Pair mod and replacing the shock bushings. I guess I joined a month too late. Next time something like this comes up, let me know.
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We need to have another one. I put an air conditioner in my garage for summer time work. I need to do a pair valve mod and some coolant changes, a couple of oil changes and a few other things.
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Just say the word and you can change my coolant!! ;D