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Forum: Parts & Accessories 12-20-2021, 11:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,837
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
thank u for the response --- i am well aware of...

thank u for the response --- i am well aware of that but there are some members on here that ride and work on other brands ---- so just maybe some one might be i interested or know someone that is...
Forum: Parts & Accessories 12-18-2021, 05:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,837
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
Mikuni carbs

i have a set of 4 carbureator slides with diaphrams for a 1983 YAMAHA VENTURE 1200 ---- these are left over from years ago
they are new in boxes never used -- label on box is 007-775 ...
Forum: 1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager 08-20-2021, 12:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 912
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
easy job but a little messy raise the fuel tank...

easy job but a little messy
raise the fuel tank & block it up so u can get the thermostat out -- with it out the whole system drains well --- take the lower rad hose off the radiator -- the engine...
Forum: 1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager 06-01-2021, 09:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,652
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
u can take the slave cyl apart and clean it good...

u can take the slave cyl apart and clean it good -- they are known to gum up --- maybe u dont need new parts
u can do the same with the master
Forum: Vulcan Nomad/Vaquero/Voyager 04-24-2021, 11:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,410
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
UNCLE WILLIE here --- due to the aging process i...

UNCLE WILLIE here --- due to the aging process i had to give up motorcycles too --- just sold the nomad last week --- sad time for me and others that have had to give it up for any reason --- i was...
Forum: 1500 & 1600 Nomad 04-03-2021, 12:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,487
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
jtsacone i think i sent u a private message ...

jtsacone
i think i sent u a private message did it go through
Forum: 1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager 01-12-2021, 09:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,133
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
uncle willie used the origonal vetter hippo hands...

uncle willie used the origonal vetter hippo hands on 2 bikes rode in 20* weather without gloves but that was years ago things have changed dont think they make them anymore
Forum: 1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager 05-24-2020, 01:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,292
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
in years past i used conti-s and really liked...

in years past i used conti-s and really liked them ----- the last set i used would loose air evry week and i found that if i let the air out of the front tire it would come off the rim --- never...
Forum: 1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager 08-20-2019, 11:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,353
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
the TPS is not meant to be tinkered with or...

the TPS is not meant to be tinkered with or replaced so is only sold as a complete unit

the tps is adjusted from the factory and is not adjustable after that --- those things are very sensative...
Forum: 1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager 05-27-2019, 02:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,264
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
have u considered a thread chaser -- different...

have u considered a thread chaser -- different than a tap -- it cleans and partly repairs damaged threads without cutting away any metal -- just a thought -- i have used them succesfully if the...
Forum: 1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager 04-23-2019, 01:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,599
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
uncle willie did same thing -- works great

uncle willie did same thing -- works great
Forum: Vulcan Nomad/Vaquero/Voyager 04-23-2019, 12:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,828
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
1700

i have the 2010 nomad -- ivans upgrade plus other improvements -- no complaints and the bags are very useful -- due to MY age and condition i dont feel like riding much now and will probably sell it...
Forum: 1500 & 1600 Nomad 04-02-2019, 11:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 971
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
2 years or longer will be ok with the honda fluid...

2 years or longer will be ok with the honda fluid --- if u use the concentrate mix it with distilled water --- flush out the old stuff no matter what u use --- its real easy
Forum: 1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager 04-02-2019, 10:44 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,203
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
1700 has iridium plugs from factrory --- they are...

1700 has iridium plugs from factrory --- they are good for 100,000 in cars so should be in bikes --- ngk plugs are set at factory n have a sleeve on threads to protect the tip -- iridium doesnt burn...
Forum: Vulcan Nomad/Vaquero/Voyager 02-12-2019, 11:59 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,393
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
fuel

i have no intention of getting in a debate about fuel or any other thing here -- but my experience with e10 fuel has never been a problem -- have used 100* fuel a few times but see no difference with...
Forum: 1500 & 1600 Nomad 02-08-2019, 01:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,041
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
sidecar

in 1985 i bought a good brand sidecar to keep riding with a kid -- found out quick that could cause some legal issues --- i kept it for 10 years because it served a purpose --- however i did not like...
Forum: 1500 & 1600 Nomad 02-04-2019, 11:19 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,999
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
nomad

bought new 2010 in 2011 april --- like the bike - no issues - over 40k miles have done maintaince more than required -- MY age and condition keep me from riding like i used to -- may offer it for...
Forum: Off-Topic 01-24-2019, 09:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 961
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
i had one of those too --- ran really good after...

i had one of those too --- ran really good after i put some life in it --- wish i still had it
Forum: Off-Topic 01-21-2019, 11:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 961
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
auction

UNCLE WILLIE watches it too just to day dream -- i had a few good cars in 60s-70s --just not enough money n time to do what i really wanted --- most fun car was beater 62 nova wagon 6 cyl highly...
Forum: 1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager 01-21-2019, 11:17 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,542
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
exhaust

i believe what u say that wadded up is the cat material -- my 010 nomad had 2 sections of it about 2" long with a space between them -- i used a large drill bit to run through both of them on each...
Forum: Vulcan Nomad/Vaquero/Voyager 01-06-2019, 05:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,453
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
i never said the pump isnt cooled by the fuel...

i never said the pump isnt cooled by the fuel ---- it is cooled by the fuel going through it
Forum: Vulcan Nomad/Vaquero/Voyager 12-15-2018, 05:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,453
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
i just have to say this --- in 50 + years of auto...

i just have to say this --- in 50 + years of auto repair i have not seen very many fuel pumps fail compared to other parts -- more relays than pumps
the water and dirt in any tank is always at the...
Forum: Vulcan Nomad/Vaquero/Voyager 12-02-2018, 01:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 892
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
i also have had bad experiences with el cheapo...

i also have had bad experiences with el cheapo torque wrenches --- name brand is the safest way to go --- without a way to test them u dont no what u got
Forum: 1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager 11-20-2018, 09:35 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 139,795
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
it helps to wrap the head pipes --- that...

it helps to wrap the head pipes --- that insulates them and HELPS keep the heat away from u --- the clutch cover gets hot no matter what u do --- the flash helps by turning the fan on at a lower...
Forum: 1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager 10-30-2018, 12:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,138
Posted By UNCLE WILLIE
crazy Bearings

40,000 + on origonal head bearings --- lubed and re assembled @ 30,000 --- smooth with no issues and no wobbles --- probably some day will change to roller brgs when needed but not before ---wish...
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