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by Smokinjoe73
Tue Feb 17, 2015 5:46 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Climate Change Conspiracy or Not
Replies: 13
Views: 2105

Re: Climate Change Conspiracy or Not

I am unsure about the machines, although I am sure they heve been attempted. I do believe in the hoax of global warming and using it to lead the gullible population to give up many of their rights. It is also a way for big government to implement laws on countries they dont govern in the name of sav...
by Smokinjoe73
Thu Jun 05, 2014 5:24 am
Forum: Your Projects
Topic: Aftermarket radiators
Replies: 9
Views: 6924

Re: Aftermarket radiators

Got the fan switch today. Also bought a dvr to pay less to the bloodsucking cable co but thats a different story. The shop got me an Intermotor (brand) TS288. Its a 91* 2 blade switch so I had to ground it. This search was annoying enuff that I didnt care. Took the bike out to try to heat it up. Ama...
by Smokinjoe73
Wed Jun 04, 2014 2:41 pm
Forum: Your Projects
Topic: Aftermarket radiators
Replies: 9
Views: 6924

Re: Aftermarket radiators

Oh yeah so here is the other switches that should work. Most are for late 80s bmw's HELLA FS8010... NAPA ECHLIN FS198 ...WELLS SW1802 ...ACDELCO E186C... BWD TFS544 MASTERPRO 2-8481 TRIDON TFS106 If anyone else uses this info, know that it took me hours and days to track it down, going to 6 differen...
by Smokinjoe73
Wed Jun 04, 2014 12:16 am
Forum: Your Projects
Topic: Aftermarket radiators
Replies: 9
Views: 6924

Re: Aftermarket radiators

No, actually, the hole is a bit smaller. I coulda welded some threads from a hollow banjo bolt on the old switch but didnt want to travel that road. I search every auto parts store in person and online. Found one that would fit (its M14 x 1.5). And has a good temp range (@ 97C). Gonna pick it up tom...
by Smokinjoe73
Wed Jun 04, 2014 12:06 am
Forum: Racing
Topic: 2nd rider dies in IOM - RIP
Replies: 15
Views: 4884

Re: 2nd rider dies in IOM - RIP

I saw this on tv last night. With all due respect I thought of how blessed he was to go like that. I beleive he was like 65 yrs old if its what I saw on the coverage. I lost a step brother and several friends on the racetrack so have a little perspective but man, tald about going with your boots on!...
by Smokinjoe73
Tue Jun 03, 2014 6:42 am
Forum: Your Projects
Topic: Aftermarket radiators
Replies: 9
Views: 6924

Aftermarket radiators

So after riding almost every day through the longest NYC winter ever (down to 0*F) my bike is very cruddy. I have been having cooling issues since I spend more time in traffic that open road. So I bought some aftermarket Chinese radiators. Kind of a tricky fit but nearly twice as thick. They cool wa...
by Smokinjoe73
Sun Aug 11, 2013 3:49 am
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Carb float valves sticking??
Replies: 6
Views: 1484

Re: Carb float valves sticking??

So did the damage happen before or after you did the fiddling? It sounds like it was not installed correctly. Do you have pics to help?
by Smokinjoe73
Wed Aug 07, 2013 2:12 am
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Rim tape removal
Replies: 15
Views: 1719

Re: Rim tape removal

For sure heat, or more heat. Then maybe googone but sounds like it maybe hard & crusty. Brake cleaner would get it off but the paint too.
by Smokinjoe73
Mon Aug 05, 2013 4:43 am
Forum: Who's Who
Topic: This is me!! new leathers ;) #alpinestars
Replies: 17
Views: 13610

Re: This is me!! new leathers ;) #alpinestars

Very nice. Just dont get caught out in the sun on a hot day.

Whats the wire?
by Smokinjoe73
Sat Jul 20, 2013 6:25 am
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Tyre traction in this hot weather
Replies: 30
Views: 6084

Re: Tyre traction in this hot weather

Just a note on pressure. Extreme low pressure will eventually cause carcass deflection and some heat, but on the racetrack I consistently run 32F 28R and go way faster than any street ride. Have also done 3hr endurance races at those pressures so unless you are way lower than that, too low is not th...
by Smokinjoe73
Fri Jul 19, 2013 6:11 pm
Forum: Pimp Your Ride
Topic: Jacket mods
Replies: 14
Views: 2713

Re: Jacket mods

Ok these are the mods so far. Been upwards of 110*F(43.3C) here so good to have mesh. I will likely do more stuff but got my logo and honda and wings on. Its much straighter and nicer than the pics show. Happy with the results. http://i1057.photobucket.com/albums/t399/smokinjoe73/meshmods13019.jpg
by Smokinjoe73
Fri Jul 19, 2013 5:53 am
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: The loud pipes argument
Replies: 31
Views: 2450

Re: The loud pipes argument

The ONLY people who say loud pipes don't save lives have never had their life saved by them. It is easy to argue against something that A) annoys you B) you know nothing about After 280,000 year round New York City miles (rain, snow, 4am etc). I can difinitively say that they do save you. So does ri...
by Smokinjoe73
Thu Jul 18, 2013 12:10 am
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Ideas on how to stop sliding forwards?
Replies: 47
Views: 3477

Re: Ideas on how to stop sliding forwards?

Wow, lots of humor(ahem) on this forum. Ok so you need tank grips and a triboseat brand seat cover. OR...... Use shelf liner and staple it under the seat like the seat cover. http://triboseat.com/ The triboseat is way tougher than shelf liner (which looks similar) but I just replace my rider portion...
by Smokinjoe73
Tue Jul 16, 2013 3:13 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Pilot jet tool
Replies: 3
Views: 829

Re: Pilot jet tool

I use the motionpro tool. $23 and works well but of course you need to take out the carbs at some point to slot the fuel screws (here in the US anyway)
by Smokinjoe73
Mon Jul 15, 2013 4:23 am
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Noisy front wheel bearing ???
Replies: 6
Views: 1415

Re: Noisy front wheel bearing ???

That doesnt sound like front bearings. Have you checked the rears? Also, if you suspect you have bad bearings, going 80 is a real bad idea. The bearings are what secure axle to wheel. If they fail at that speed it would lead to great unhappiness. I would look for any marks from the errant chain, I h...