Who's going to put on the clinic?

dantama · 12-10-2008, 11:40 AM

Now with all these audiovox cruise controls among us, who's going to put an installation clinic on at the Natl Rally?

The ride home would be so much nicer. :)

rhunt4 · 12-10-2008, 11:59 AM

I would like to see it for sure.

phenrichs · 12-10-2008, 12:29 PM

At least an electrical clinic.

cactusjack · 12-10-2008, 12:50 PM

I would think you'd already have installed the cruise control before the trip to the rally.

I'll be installing mine right after Christmas. I'll let you know how it goes.

redeye · 12-10-2008, 12:52 PM

I will gladly donate the bike & controller for the demonstration. Only BlownDodge has to be the instructor. I allow only Master mechanics do work on my bike.

**coacha** · 12-10-2008, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Redeye

I will gladly donate the bike & controller for the demonstration. Only BlownDodge has to be the instructor. I allow only Master mechanics do work on my bike.

Darn it, you beat me to the volunteering of the bike.

rickyboy · 12-11-2008, 02:14 PM

I have my install started. Gutted the side box, made the vacuum canister. Mounted the servo. I'm waiting for help to remove the fuel tank. I'll need my engineer friend to help do the wiring. I'll do the work, but I don't read diagrams and wouldn't know where or what to cut and splice to.

cactusjack · 12-11-2008, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by rickyboy ... #00722

I have my install started. Gutted the side box, made the vacuum canister. Mounted the servo. I'm waiting for help to remove the fuel tank. I'll need my engineer friend to help do the wiring. I'll do the work, but I don't read diagrams and wouldn't know where or what to cut and splice to.

Removing the fuel tank is easy. It's easier if it isn't full. I was surprised, when I removed mine to do my rewiring project, I had maybe 1.5 gallons in it and it was remarkably light when I lifted it. The tank doesn't weigh much by itself.

rickyboy · 12-12-2008, 04:03 AM

Not enough time today..... tank is siphoned dry so it should be quick by what you say Scott.

**taranis** · 12-12-2008, 02:22 PM

Stupid question time: If the tank has gas in it when you remove the hoses, aren't you leaking everywhere? You plug the holes, what?

By the way, I'd LOVE to see this done at the rally clinic - even just a walk-thru of one already completed.

cactusjack · 12-12-2008, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Taranis

Stupid question time: If the tank has gas in it when you remove the hoses, aren't you leaking everywhere? You plug the holes, what?

By the way, I'd LOVE to see this done at the rally clinic - even just a walk-thru of one already completed.

Good question, but no. The fuel line connection from the pump has a fitting on it that seals when disconnected. The other 3 smaller diameter hoses are just vent/emission hoses I believe.

One caveat - the 3 smaller hoses have flaky little hose clamps on them, and you need to squeeze them and slide them back to remove the hoses. These little clamps can and will slip down the hose toward the engine. Mine did, and I couldn't get my big paw down to where they were to slide them back up. Put a piece of tape or something on the hoses to keep the clamps from sliding down on you.

rickyboy · 12-13-2008, 06:28 AM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

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Originally Posted by Taranis

Stupid question time: If the tank has gas in it when you remove the hoses, aren't you leaking everywhere? You plug the holes, what?

By the way, I'd LOVE to see this done at the rally clinic - even just a walk-thru of one already completed.

Good question, but no. The fuel line connection from the pump has a fitting on it that seals when disconnected. The other 3 smaller diameter hoses are just vent/emission hoses I believe.

One caveat - the 3 smaller hoses have flaky little hose clamps on them, and you need to squeeze them and slide them back to remove the hoses. These little clamps can and will slip down the hose toward the engine. Mine did, and I couldn't get my big paw down to where they were to slide them back up. Put a piece of tape or something on the hoses to keep the clamps from sliding down on you.

Great post Scott!
I didn't know the fuel line sealed off.
I will be removing the tank tomorrow, and you just know my clamps would have done just that, slide down to where they couldn't be reached. One of those things you wouldn't think about till it's too late.
Thanks....and thanks for asking it
My Dad always says "the only stupid question is the one you don't ask"

cactusjack · 12-13-2008, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by rickyboy ... #00722

Quote:

Originally Posted by cactusjack

Good question, but no. The fuel line connection from the pump has a fitting on it that seals when disconnected. The other 3 smaller diameter hoses are just vent/emission hoses I believe.

One caveat - the 3 smaller hoses have flaky little hose clamps on them, and you need to squeeze them and slide them back to remove the hoses. These little clamps can and will slip down the hose toward the engine. Mine did, and I couldn't get my big paw down to where they were to slide them back up. Put a piece of tape or something on the hoses to keep the clamps from sliding down on you.

Great post Scott!
I didn't know the fuel line sealed off.
I will be removing the tank tomorrow, and you just know my clamps would have done just that, slide down to where they couldn't be reached. One of those things you wouldn't think about till it's too late.
Thanks....and thanks for asking it
My Dad always says "the only stupid question is the one you don't ask"

Learn from my mistakes, Rick.

BTW, I'm going to try to retrieve them when I install the cruise control.

**trip** · 12-15-2008, 06:53 AM

BTW, I think CJ is going to do a demonstration at the Rally on his trailer. Redeye, if you would like to do a demonstration on the cruise control, I'd appreciate it. CJ can back you up, if needed.

Trip

Todd · 12-15-2008, 08:23 PM

I would like to volunteer to assist CJ...........................

that means I will be holding his beer and replacing same when the current one is depleted!!

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12-11-2008, 02:14 PM	#7
rickyboy Top Contributor Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: 108 Mile Ranch B.C. Canada Posts: 5,472	Who's going to put on the clinic? I have my install started. Gutted the side box, made the vacuum canister. Mounted the servo. I'm waiting for help to remove the fuel tank. I'll need my engineer friend to help do the wiring. I'll do the work, but I don't read diagrams and wouldn't know where or what to cut and splice to. __________________ Nomad'a What ! "rickyboy" Richard Cole Canada West Region 108 Mile Ranch, British Columbia Canada Vulcan Bagger Assoc. #00722 Black 2006 Nomad https://cdn2.iconfinder.com/data/ico...Book_32x32.png
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12-12-2008, 04:03 AM	#9
rickyboy Top Contributor Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: 108 Mile Ranch B.C. Canada Posts: 5,472	Who's going to put on the clinic? Not enough time today..... tank is siphoned dry so it should be quick by what you say Scott. __________________ Nomad'a What ! "rickyboy" Richard Cole Canada West Region 108 Mile Ranch, British Columbia Canada Vulcan Bagger Assoc. #00722 Black 2006 Nomad https://cdn2.iconfinder.com/data/ico...Book_32x32.png
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taranis Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Grand Prairie, TX Posts: 802	Who's going to put on the clinic? Stupid question time: If the tank has gas in it when you remove the hoses, aren't you leaking everywhere? You plug the holes, what? By the way, I'd LOVE to see this done at the rally clinic - even just a walk-thru of one already completed. __________________ _______________________ "Taranis" and the Lovely Ann KawaNOW Oldschool #885 His: 2006 Nomad Hers: 2008 VN900 Classic LT
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12-15-2008, 06:53 AM	#14
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	Who's going to put on the clinic? BTW, I think CJ is going to do a demonstration at the Rally on his trailer. Redeye, if you would like to do a demonstration on the cruise control, I'd appreciate it. CJ can back you up, if needed. Trip __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip
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Todd Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 5,915	Who's going to put on the clinic? I would like to volunteer to assist CJ........................... that means I will be holding his beer and replacing same when the current one is depleted!! __________________ Todd Frazier VBA #0003 VBA National Leader-USA Operations/Garage Moderator - RETIRED 2006 Black Nomad since she was born Greensboro, NC
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