Recent content by rlburkholder2010

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Thanks for the advice. I notice your 'squids' banner. Does it refer to the US Navy? I was a signalman (SM3) on the USS Thorn DD-988, in Charleston, SC from 1989 - 1993. Are those real, or just a joke? I mean, I never heard of them, and the names are pretty funny.

This only happens intermittently (and, at night when it's dark).....I will notice sparking from the plug wire AND/OR the engine (valve cover) to the frame of the bike. Again, it's only on occasion, and it's from the #1 cylinder (left side, closest to rider?). Has anyone seen that sort of thing...

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Thanks again to all who have answered my previous inquiries. I really do appreciate the advice. These are my latest questions.... Speedometer - If I'm going 35 mph, speedometer shows 41 - 42 mph When I'm going 55 mph, it's showing about 64 - 65 mph...

From what I read, removing the airbox completely, and using individual air filter seems to take away allot of airflow restriction. Any thoughts on this>? What are the 'Fracture-split carburized con rods '? I read about them being on the new Vmax. Can I get the valve tool separately? The...

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Thank you KJ.

Thanks for your feedback. I've read many things in this forum inwhich 'Sean Morley' has helped others. Much appreciated. If I check my valve clearances, do I have to purchase a whole 'shim kit'? What if the clearances are good? (my 85 vmax has 25,xxx miles on it).

I'm new to forums, so bear with me. I do find this forum an excellent source, and I'm thankful & fortunate (we) have it. I always wanted a vmax. Pretty expensive most often, but I picked up a 1985 that had been stored in a large bin for nearly 6 years. Pretty good shape. Approx. 23,xxx miles...