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UNCLE WILLIE
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Parts & Accessories
12-20-2021, 11:28 AM
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Mikuni carbs
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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...
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Parts & Accessories
12-18-2021, 05:08 PM
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Mikuni carbs
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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 ...
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1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager
08-20-2021, 12:11 PM
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Voyager 1700 Coolant Flush Help
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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...
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1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager
06-01-2021, 09:43 PM
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Lost my clutch. Hydraulic problem?
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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
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Vulcan Nomad/Vaquero/Voyager
04-24-2021, 11:56 AM
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Adios
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5,436
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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
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Dobeck TFI #2 pot setting question
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1,498
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UNCLE WILLIE
jtsacone i think i sent u a private message ...
jtsacone
i think i sent u a private message did it go through
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1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager
01-12-2021, 09:42 PM
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Hands Freezing! Recommendations?
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2,141
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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
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1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager
05-24-2020, 01:18 PM
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continental Tires
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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...
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1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager
08-20-2019, 11:30 AM
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Throttle position sensor problems
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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...
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1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager
05-27-2019, 02:07 PM
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Oil drain case threads almost gone... How to fix?
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2,275
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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...
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1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager
04-23-2019, 01:06 PM
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front axle 2018 1700 voyager
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UNCLE WILLIE
uncle willie did same thing -- works great
uncle willie did same thing -- works great
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Vulcan Nomad/Vaquero/Voyager
04-23-2019, 12:55 PM
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1700 Nomad riders?
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2,834
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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...
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1500 & 1600 Nomad
04-02-2019, 11:04 PM
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rad fluid change once a year?
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974
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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
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1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager
04-02-2019, 10:44 PM
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Vaquero sparkplug life
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4,240
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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...
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Vulcan Nomad/Vaquero/Voyager
02-12-2019, 11:59 AM
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Ethanol - an ugly thread - should you use it?
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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
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Nomad too heavy?
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2,054
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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...
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1500 & 1600 Nomad
02-04-2019, 11:19 AM
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35
Nomad Riders
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4,005
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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...
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Off-Topic
01-24-2019, 09:47 AM
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Barrett Jackson
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969
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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
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Barrett Jackson
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969
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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...
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1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager
01-21-2019, 11:17 AM
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37
Exhaust options from those that have heard them in person.
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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
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35
How would you stretch miles from a tank of gas?
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4,477
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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
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35
How would you stretch miles from a tank of gas?
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4,477
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...
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Vulcan Nomad/Vaquero/Voyager
12-02-2018, 01:52 PM
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6
Torque Wrenches - Harbor Freight
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899
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
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256
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Ivan's ECU flash - Updated
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140,498
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...
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1700 Nomad, Vaquero & Voyager
10-30-2018, 12:29 PM
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31
Steering Bearing Longevity 41K
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3,141
Posted By
UNCLE WILLIE
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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