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We’ll see if the pattern holds. When a bike gets hyped like that, it often ends up on the market.
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What Happened in Pee Paw's Scooter Shop Today?
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I bought a 950 SE several years back , came with a new motard wheel set and the knobs that were on it were horrendous and the rear went flat the fist time I rode it . Have I ever mentioned how much dunlop tires suck . The motard wheel set went on it , it was a riot to ride after that , 100% hooligan rip tearing grin machine but worthless for covering ground . With the stock gas tank you couldnt pass a gas station without stopping in and the safari tank felt like you were riding a gynecologist table . I rode it a couple years and when somebody offered me what I paid for it , gone in a heartbeat . I was looking for a lighter smaller alternative than my 950 Adventure but that was not it .
OldTLSDoug
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You know I love the carbureted 950 motors. I had a 950 SMR and it was great....except for the seat. But used for it's intended purpose, hooning around back roads, there isn't a much better toy anywhere. The 990 Superduke is that bike on steroids. Jasen is right, the 990 Superduke is a part of me, I love the thing. I think if I had to go to one bike tomorrow that would be the one. All the others are fun, but I usually compare them to the 990. For grins and all around excellent performance, it is hard to beat. I have had lots of track time and back road time on her and she never lets me down. Other than maintenance items, crash repair, and a part failure here and there she never stops. The worst issue I ever had with her was she would stall sometimes. I set the idle speed up 50 RPM and never a problem since. Also, the sound of the bike is spectacular. Yep, Jasen is right, the 990 stays with me, probably leave it to Diana.
She is easy to work on as well. Other than the rear shock, I have worked on pretty much every part of the bike and it is all mint, she is pretty much perfect. I have redone most everything, including steering head bearings, fork seals, brakes, RCS master cylinder and oodles of other things that make it go zoom! I love it and even enjoy watching it sit in the shop awaiting a new trip.
She is easy to work on as well. Other than the rear shock, I have worked on pretty much every part of the bike and it is all mint, she is pretty much perfect. I have redone most everything, including steering head bearings, fork seals, brakes, RCS master cylinder and oodles of other things that make it go zoom! I love it and even enjoy watching it sit in the shop awaiting a new trip.
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I agree with you, it doesn't make sense to me either. I figure it is just difficult to bleed effectively. The caliper is at about the height of the master and the line loops up then back down to it. Also, the 2003 Tuono I had, while not a single sided swingarm, had a similar routing of it's rear brake line, and it required a special bleeding procedure to get the air out. You removed the caliper, elevated it above the M/C and used a tool to keep the pads apart and bled it. If you tipped it too far the bubble could move out of the m/c.
On the 1290 SDR, I think the routing and the anti-lock pump being up high makes it tougher. The front is always great, so I will give it a go today and see how I do.
For the record, the 990 SD has an awesome rear brake.
Additionally, Diana's 2015 SDR has trouble with the same issue, a SS swingarm and anti-lock brakes. So I am thinking anti-lock is complicating it. The multi-stradas at least had the caliper below the rotor and that helped get her bled, But some stuff is fiddly and the 1290 rear brake is one of them. I don't think I have air getting in, I think it moves around and I just haven't got it all out yet. We will get her done.
jgrm1
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I was wondering if it is possible to hang the caliper lower while bleeding so the air could bubble up and out.
-Jeff
If Doug is ever stupid enough to put the 990SD up for sale, I will buy it and hang onto it till he comes to his senses and wants it back.
OldTLSDoug
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Well that is how it is normally, Aprilia had us elevate and bleed. Seems a little silly, but since the rear brake line goes basically to the bottom of the gas tank, I will have to consider my options.
If I were an enterprising air bubble I’d find a nook or cranny in that ABS module to hide.
Do you need to use a computer to cycle the pump when you bleed it? I’ve heard to just activate the ABS occasionally to move air and fluid through it too.
Do you need to use a computer to cycle the pump when you bleed it? I’ve heard to just activate the ABS occasionally to move air and fluid through it too.
OldTLSDoug
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When I had a beemer it was easy to bleed them you could cycle the ABS pump and bleed. With this, I bleed, go activate the anti-lock a couple of times then bleed again. I have to go up to the road and blast a mile or so to get the good cycles, works but takes time. I need to quit putting it off and get her done.
Today I pulled the "extra wires" out of the YJ. Lots of fun, but now the wiring is mostly stock....that is a lot of wasted wire for the alarm system. AND! They had all the ground run to a 10 ga stranded wire and then that was screwed to the body with a tiny little screw. Look at the wire taps on that stuff, it is crazy.
On a lighter note! LOL, see what I did there? The first parts of the A/C system shipped and should be here Thursday. Woo Hoo!
OldTLSDoug
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P.S. KTM is very clear on it...
Guess it is my way only. Chip tells me it is like $21k for a computer and you have to be a dealer....so unfair.
Guess it is my way only. Chip tells me it is like $21k for a computer and you have to be a dealer....so unfair.
If that(EAB)allegedly were to come in contact with(RH) or for that matter(AH), depending upon the exposure time and of course the quality of fluids exposed to the atmospheric conditions would affect the quality and success of the bleed...
In our experiences (EAB)s are not as much of a nuisance in your garden variety non abs brake systems, soo there is that... Less places for those tiny bubbles
to hide out and help to introduce corrosion in your systems...YMMV
Get back to ya on the wiring...
Typical alarm installation on all counts from what I've seen.
TDtrans
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Yep hack alarm installers pulled the same Rat nest out of my mom's Honda car many yrs ago Car toys was the culprit
Huh?
We came down with the Texas Crud the day after the trike was finished and cabin fever has set in...
Today I pulled the "extra wires" out of the YJ. Lots of fun, but now the wiring is mostly stock....that is a lot of wasted wire for the alarm system. AND! They had all the ground run to a 10 ga stranded wire and then that was screwed to the body with a tiny little screw. Look at the wire taps on that stuff, it is crazy.
On a lighter note! LOL, see what I did there? The first parts of the A/C system shipped and should be here Thursday. Woo Hoo!
That's nasty. I bet someone paid for that shoddy work too.
OldTLSDoug
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I am sure they did, but that was alarm systems in the 90s. The good news is the alarm horn still works so I saved it. Hopefully, the a/c will be here Thursday it seems. But I won't hold my breath.
OldTLSDoug
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Wow! 10 days since my last PPSS post. Must be all the stuff I have been into this last week or two. So I will do some "re-hashing" for you guys. To say I am tired and a little sore is probably an understatement, but nonetheless it is where we are. Being old has some challenges, but it is still fun to play with stuff. I guess I should start with Mr. Superduke R, I did successfully bleed the rear brake using the conventional method. Had a big air bubble in there. Took her out cycled the ABS several times and she is perfect again. That is what happens when you worry about nothing and get stuff done anyway.
Also, Jimmy the Scab, a buddy named Scotty and I put new u-joints in a 1993 Nissan D21 4X4 and that was a lot of fun. It was a whoopin', but finally we remembered u-joint install and got her done. I really like that little truck, might have to buy it after he finishes up all the modding. Much different than my normal method.
I guess we are back to my current labor of love, the YJ, this thing may kill me, but luckily, I love it. So the top was fun and believe it or not, the new soft top is much quieter the the hardtop that was on her. Well, I finally bought a farkle and installed it and it takes me back to my youth (pre-30 yrs old actually). I had a T-Handle in all my stick shift cars until about 1999, then I even put it in my Miatas. So, I bought one and put it in the Jeep. Love the look, haven't test driven her yet, but I have sat inside and vroomed with it.
The Jeep Air system came in and I had to re-order a portion because I misunderstood what they asked me and told them I had 2 pulleys. They corrected me and shipped them to me for shipping only. Good bunch over there.
While I was waiting, I installed the under hood light and she works a treat! Nice to have one that turns itself off.
Yesterday, Jimmy the Scab and I started on the A/C install. We got the radiator drained and removed, and started replacing parts and installing the new pulleys. Amazingly, the actual bracket had different threads that the bolt they sent. Later, after I put it back in, I discovered the compressor mounting bolts were also needing some tap work, so it will come out again this afternoon. I did get all the pulleys in.
Lots of room, where she goes.
Even changed the tensioner pulley because I was there and I had it. You might note that the tensioner on this Jeep is not like all the ones on the internet with power steering. Must be an AMC/Chrysler thing to keep modding parts as they go. But this one works well, and I like how they did it.
So, as you would imagine, you have to drill some holes in the firewall to get the a/c lines installed, I spent time getting them just right, the first one split the seam on the firewall to floor, the second one I raised a half inch up, should have gone 3/4. So after I drilled them I got the air saw and cut the lip off and got the grommets installed. A little more trouble, but she should work fine. I removed the battery box to get that cut and it sure made it easier.
Off camera, we fiddled with the compressor mounting bracket, had to put a 1/32" shim on each ear at the rear to get it all square and pretty. Not a big issue, just fiddly. Now we need to take it apart and put the two mounting bolts in and then we will be "flush", of course, first I have to remove the alternator and the mounting bracket to chase the threads for the bolts.
Finally, the condenser isn't mounted yet because they shorted me two "u-nuts" and bolts to put it in. They also shorted me two bolts for the compressor mount. I figure I can source them and the local hardware store or Tractor Supply Company. Not a big deal just annoying. I also decided that since I have it this far apart, I would change the radiator hoses, the heater hoses and the thermostat so I can sort of disaster proof it. The water pump is in great shape, so I am leaving it alone. I still need to install the evaporator inside and run the hoses and 3 wires to the unit. It was actually step one, but I haven't done it yet. Also I need to drill a 5/8 hole for the evaporator drain hose, so that should be fun, hoping it goes well. I will seal up the gap around the grommets and we should be close.
Today, I am getting ready to go to Corsicana to work on my SILs MT-10. Actually, we are just mounting the rear wheel, Diana has been busy, so I volunteered to help, plus I get to visit the babies while I am there. I am sure they will want to help install the wheel. Tomorrow, we hit the Jeep again, I might try to slip in this afternoon and put the new hoses on, remove the Alternator/AC bracket and finish cutting the threads, buy some proper bolts, maybe even run the hoses, to be ready to do useful stuff tomorrow.
Oh yeah, I also sold the Hardtop, which basically paid for the soft top, amazing that I actually broke even on Jeep parts.
Whew! Now you are caught up, a little more work and I will have some Jeep AC, just in time for the heat! Woo Hoo!
Also, Jimmy the Scab, a buddy named Scotty and I put new u-joints in a 1993 Nissan D21 4X4 and that was a lot of fun. It was a whoopin', but finally we remembered u-joint install and got her done. I really like that little truck, might have to buy it after he finishes up all the modding. Much different than my normal method.
I guess we are back to my current labor of love, the YJ, this thing may kill me, but luckily, I love it. So the top was fun and believe it or not, the new soft top is much quieter the the hardtop that was on her. Well, I finally bought a farkle and installed it and it takes me back to my youth (pre-30 yrs old actually). I had a T-Handle in all my stick shift cars until about 1999, then I even put it in my Miatas. So, I bought one and put it in the Jeep. Love the look, haven't test driven her yet, but I have sat inside and vroomed with it.
The Jeep Air system came in and I had to re-order a portion because I misunderstood what they asked me and told them I had 2 pulleys. They corrected me and shipped them to me for shipping only. Good bunch over there.
While I was waiting, I installed the under hood light and she works a treat! Nice to have one that turns itself off.
Yesterday, Jimmy the Scab and I started on the A/C install. We got the radiator drained and removed, and started replacing parts and installing the new pulleys. Amazingly, the actual bracket had different threads that the bolt they sent. Later, after I put it back in, I discovered the compressor mounting bolts were also needing some tap work, so it will come out again this afternoon. I did get all the pulleys in.
Lots of room, where she goes.
Even changed the tensioner pulley because I was there and I had it. You might note that the tensioner on this Jeep is not like all the ones on the internet with power steering. Must be an AMC/Chrysler thing to keep modding parts as they go. But this one works well, and I like how they did it.
So, as you would imagine, you have to drill some holes in the firewall to get the a/c lines installed, I spent time getting them just right, the first one split the seam on the firewall to floor, the second one I raised a half inch up, should have gone 3/4. So after I drilled them I got the air saw and cut the lip off and got the grommets installed. A little more trouble, but she should work fine. I removed the battery box to get that cut and it sure made it easier.
Off camera, we fiddled with the compressor mounting bracket, had to put a 1/32" shim on each ear at the rear to get it all square and pretty. Not a big issue, just fiddly. Now we need to take it apart and put the two mounting bolts in and then we will be "flush", of course, first I have to remove the alternator and the mounting bracket to chase the threads for the bolts.
Finally, the condenser isn't mounted yet because they shorted me two "u-nuts" and bolts to put it in. They also shorted me two bolts for the compressor mount. I figure I can source them and the local hardware store or Tractor Supply Company. Not a big deal just annoying. I also decided that since I have it this far apart, I would change the radiator hoses, the heater hoses and the thermostat so I can sort of disaster proof it. The water pump is in great shape, so I am leaving it alone. I still need to install the evaporator inside and run the hoses and 3 wires to the unit. It was actually step one, but I haven't done it yet. Also I need to drill a 5/8 hole for the evaporator drain hose, so that should be fun, hoping it goes well. I will seal up the gap around the grommets and we should be close.
Today, I am getting ready to go to Corsicana to work on my SILs MT-10. Actually, we are just mounting the rear wheel, Diana has been busy, so I volunteered to help, plus I get to visit the babies while I am there. I am sure they will want to help install the wheel. Tomorrow, we hit the Jeep again, I might try to slip in this afternoon and put the new hoses on, remove the Alternator/AC bracket and finish cutting the threads, buy some proper bolts, maybe even run the hoses, to be ready to do useful stuff tomorrow.
Oh yeah, I also sold the Hardtop, which basically paid for the soft top, amazing that I actually broke even on Jeep parts.
Whew! Now you are caught up, a little more work and I will have some Jeep AC, just in time for the heat! Woo Hoo!
TDtrans
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And don't forget you owe me lunch at Hammonds BBQ for sending a buyer for the Hard top. But it can wait till I get back from Arkansas that will give you time to save money and I'll be broke and hungry when I get back because of fuel billWow! 10 days since my last PPSS post. Must be all the stuff I have been into this last week or two. So I will do some "re-hashing" for you guys. To say I am tired and a little sore is probably an understatement, but nonetheless it is where we are. Being old has some challenges, but it is still fun to play with stuff. I guess I should start with Mr. Superduke R, I did successfully bleed the rear brake using the conventional method. Had a big air bubble in there. Took her out cycled the ABS several times and she is perfect again. That is what happens when you worry about nothing and get stuff done anyway.
Also, Jimmy the Scab, a buddy named Scotty and I put new u-joints in a 1993 Nissan D21 4X4 and that was a lot of fun. It was a whoopin', but finally we remembered u-joint install and got her done. I really like that little truck, might have to buy it after he finishes up all the modding. Much different than my normal method.
I guess we are back to my current labor of love, the YJ, this thing may kill me, but luckily, I love it. So the top was fun and believe it or not, the new soft top is much quieter the the hardtop that was on her. Well, I finally bought a farkle and installed it and it takes me back to my youth (pre-30 yrs old actually). I had a T-Handle in all my stick shift cars until about 1999, then I even put it in my Miatas. So, I bought one and put it in the Jeep. Love the look, haven't test driven her yet, but I have sat inside and vroomed with it.
The Jeep Air system came in and I had to re-order a portion because I misunderstood what they asked me and told them I had 2 pulleys. They corrected me and shipped them to me for shipping only. Good bunch over there.
While I was waiting, I installed the under hood light and she works a treat! Nice to have one that turns itself off.
Yesterday, Jimmy the Scab and I started on the A/C install. We got the radiator drained and removed, and started replacing parts and installing the new pulleys. Amazingly, the actual bracket had different threads that the bolt they sent. Later, after I put it back in, I discovered the compressor mounting bolts were also needing some tap work, so it will come out again this afternoon. I did get all the pulleys in.
Lots of room, where she goes.
Even changed the tensioner pulley because I was there and I had it. You might note that the tensioner on this Jeep is not like all the ones on the internet with power steering. Must be an AMC/Chrysler thing to keep modding parts as they go. But this one works well, and I like how they did it.
So, as you would imagine, you have to drill some holes in the firewall to get the a/c lines installed, I spent time getting them just right, the first one split the seam on the firewall to floor, the second one I raised a half inch up, should have gone 3/4. So after I drilled them I got the air saw and cut the lip off and got the grommets installed. A little more trouble, but she should work fine. I removed the battery box to get that cut and it sure made it easier.
Off camera, we fiddled with the compressor mounting bracket, had to put a 1/32" shim on each ear at the rear to get it all square and pretty. Not a big issue, just fiddly. Now we need to take it apart and put the two mounting bolts in and then we will be "flush", of course, first I have to remove the alternator and the mounting bracket to chase the threads for the bolts.
Finally, the condenser isn't mounted yet because they shorted me two "u-nuts" and bolts to put it in. They also shorted me two bolts for the compressor mount. I figure I can source them and the local hardware store or Tractor Supply Company. Not a big deal just annoying. I also decided that since I have it this far apart, I would change the radiator hoses, the heater hoses and the thermostat so I can sort of disaster proof it. The water pump is in great shape, so I am leaving it alone. I still need to install the evaporator inside and run the hoses and 3 wires to the unit. It was actually step one, but I haven't done it yet. Also I need to drill a 5/8 hole for the evaporator drain hose, so that should be fun, hoping it goes well. I will seal up the gap around the grommets and we should be close.
Today, I am getting ready to go to Corsicana to work on my SILs MT-10. Actually, we are just mounting the rear wheel, Diana has been busy, so I volunteered to help, plus I get to visit the babies while I am there. I am sure they will want to help install the wheel. Tomorrow, we hit the Jeep again, I might try to slip in this afternoon and put the new hoses on, remove the Alternator/AC bracket and finish cutting the threads, buy some proper bolts, maybe even run the hoses, to be ready to do useful stuff tomorrow.
Oh yeah, I also sold the Hardtop, which basically paid for the soft top, amazing that I actually broke even on Jeep parts.
Whew! Now you are caught up, a little more work and I will have some Jeep AC, just in time for the heat! Woo Hoo!
Well, I finally bought a farkle and installed it and it takes me back to my youth (pre-30 yrs old actually). I had a T-Handle in all my stick shift cars until about 1999, then I even put it in my Miatas. So, I bought one and put it in the Jeep. Love the look, haven't test driven her yet, but I have sat inside and vroomed with it.
Exquisite tastes, good sir. Exquisite.
Once a hot rodder...always a hot rodder!
OldTLSDoug
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Ahhh but yours has "Patina"
OldTLSDoug
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Today we got the wheel back on to the MT-10 over in Corsicana, one of the caliper bolts required a tap, once we fixed the threads it was sweet. Loved hanging out with my grandsons and their parents. Then I got back and all my parts are in for the Jeep, I bought some bolts and nuts to finish installing the condenser. I think I will tack nuts onto the core support to hold it vice use the clip on nuts. It will look cleaner that way. I did forget to buy anti-freeze, so there is that. LOL.
H'mmm...
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