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[dallasbroker1]

I am a new owner of a 2005 VTX1800C and would like to do the desmog and pair valve removal without messing things up. I am in Dallas and looking for someone willing to assist me with this project so I can learn and do it correctly.

[xcaliber]

I'm not in Dallas but the first thing to do is order the par valve block off plate from Big Larry and Bones.

Oops appears that the website is down. Anybody know if they are still in business ?

[Gumbo]

I just received a set, just haven't installed. 
I have a lot going on right now but as soon as possible I will get er done.

Email Larry Olirs at magman4006@yahoo.com give him the model of your bike and year
Or contact him
Lawrence Olin
5031 Belsay Road
Grand Blanc MI 48439-0000

Hope this helps

To bad your not in the Houston area, I would hold tech session and we both could get it done.










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[matap]

Not in Dallas.  Hopefully someone can help you but check out this site http://tech.bareasschoppers.com/

That website has some very valuable information.  Look under engine and you'll see the desmog write up. 

[dallasbroker1]

Thanks Gumbo and Matap. I could travel to Houston for a tech session, that would be a great learning experience and meet up with other X'ers. BTW, do you know if the patches are still available?

[capt_dave]

Welcome to the forum ! 

  Just installed blocker plates an evening or two ago. Went well and very pleased with the results.  Check out.          vtx-parts.com for blocker plates .  Wished I had seen their web sight before I made my purchase. Prices range from $17 - $21 for a pair. Their stainless steel plates are dimpled to allow room for the screw head that holds the reed valve in place .  An un-dimpled plate will require removal of the screw (this will all make sense as you read , the second time through, Bare's description of the installation) .  Feel free to PM me if you want some moral support or have any questions.

[dallasbroker1]

Thank you Capt., I ordered the dimpled plates from vtx-parts and they are supposed to arrive tomorrow. Also, I have printed Bare's instructions and read them twice so far. Where are you located? I'm having trouble finding X'ers in the Dallas or North Texas area.

[capt_dave]

   Wow! Just realized that I really needed to update my profile information. I'm located in Jersey Village Tx ( Houston ) where the 290 & Beltway 8 intersect.  Feel free to call me C 805-630-7662.

[xcaliber]

There are actually a lot of Texas X Riders in your area. Forum has just been a little quiet lately. Try contacting them on Facebook.

[Chad]

I replied ! 😆
Dont mind helping at all. My Saturdays are now consumed with my job so only available Sunday afternoons.
 In the process of making another fork tool for a 1800 spring removal so still know a little bit about working on them but been a while

[xcaliber]

There you go, D Broker. Chad's the man. Hook up with him. He knows his stuff. BTW Welcome to the board.

[capt_dave]

Cool stuff ! ! Atta Boy, Chad !!   

[dallasbroker1]

I will meet up with Chad tomorrow! Thanks to everyone.

[dallasbroker1]

Just received the block off plates from vtx-parts. They are the polished stainless steal with dimple. Didn't need polished but you can never have too much bling. Shipping was really fast (ordered on 10/6) and the plates are gorgeous. They will be in place tomorrow thanks to Chad.

[Bobcat Biker]

Gonna need that fork tool before next spring Chad....I'll ride your way!