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Topic: Engine drip: 1997 K1100LT |
Sonu
Replies: 22
Views: 12571
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Forum: Tech Posted: Thu Apr 18, 2024 3:34 pm Subject: Fixed |
Thanks again Scott,
The torque spec really helped .... and that's all that was needed to get rid of the interference.
Strongly recommend your "dry fit" suggestion to anyone else who tr ... |
Topic: Engine drip: 1997 K1100LT |
Sonu
Replies: 22
Views: 12571
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Forum: Tech Posted: Mon Apr 15, 2024 12:04 am Subject: Engine drip: 1997 K1100LT |
Thanks Scott,
Yeah, I wish I had tried the "dry fit" before buttoning it up.
I'll report back once I resolve this (out skiing for a couple of days).
I got another suggestion to simply ... |
Topic: Engine drip: 1997 K1100LT |
Sonu
Replies: 22
Views: 12571
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Forum: Tech Posted: Thu Apr 11, 2024 7:33 pm Subject: Pics of toxic dump fix |
So I finally got around to this
Here's a pic showing the problem...
(The U shaped groove is completely caked over with the hardened strip of sealant)
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DM7SzLjns- ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Mon Jan 22, 2024 6:40 pm Subject: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Hi Jim,
I would certainly consider a Rivian if I was looking at a pickup. Cybertruck is too Fugly for my liking.
Please do post your experiences if/when once you get one. We are all learning a ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Wed Jan 10, 2024 5:01 am Subject: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Jim,
Tesla Superchargers use up to 480 volts and can pump up to 300 amps, delivering charging speeds no home charger option can match.
I have used both Tesla & Rivian chargers on my car on m ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Sun Jan 07, 2024 1:30 pm Subject: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Thanks for the update.
Not at all interested in a Tesla - hoping to snag a Rivian R1T in the next year or so.
I love the looks of Rivian.
They are also rolling out an impressive charging netw ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Tue Jan 02, 2024 2:00 am Subject: 1 year update |
Folks,
HAPPY NEW YEAR
It's been a year with the Tesla Model Y
Added 22,359 trouble free miles on it.
It has had 3 major software updates during the year adding to its autodrive capabilities ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2023 1:18 pm Subject: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
The way forward is the increased use of hydrogen which to all intents and purposes inexhaustible. with the only waste product being water!
Hi Grunter,
The Toyota Mirai runs on hydrogen usi ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2023 1:13 pm Subject: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Apart from the time it takes him to recharge if the charging points are all being used he has to wait. He does have his own charging point on his house.
Hi Grunter,
I do not recommend th ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Mon Aug 21, 2023 11:51 am Subject: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
The big no-no for me is the fact that the range of the vast majority of EV's is pitifully poor and to fully recharge takes so much longer than filling a tank with fuel.
Hi Grunter,
Charging du ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Mon Aug 21, 2023 11:44 am Subject: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
How many miles are the tires warrantied for? I've read that EVs eat tires more quickly due to the weight.
Hi Drake,
I'm not worried about tire wear.
Just walked down to the car and checked I ... |
Topic: K1100LT seat |
Sonu
Replies: 18
Views: 3659
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Forum: Tech Posted: Mon Jul 17, 2023 12:36 pm Subject: K1100LT seat |
I am afraid if I were to get boots with a heel then I would get strange sideways looks.('')
This is what I use.... plenty of similar motorcycle shoes available on the net. In my case ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Fri Jul 07, 2023 1:18 pm Subject: 6 month report |
Friends,
I've put ~9000 miles on the Tesla in 6 months & I am blown away by a lot of features including free software updates and autonomous driving. I really can't imagine buying an ICE car ev ... |
Topic: K1100LT seat |
Sonu
Replies: 18
Views: 3659
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Forum: Tech Posted: Thu Jul 06, 2023 12:46 pm Subject: K1100LT seat |
Hi Grunter
I'm only 5' 9" but manage to flat foot my K1100LT on each stop.
Like you I went down the "seat" route when I first got the LT in 2000.
I ended up with a much simpler ... |
Topic: ABS again |
Sonu
Replies: 6
Views: 1675
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Forum: Tech Posted: Fri May 05, 2023 11:39 am Subject: ABS again |
Welcome Brian
Spiegler makes replacement brake line kits for K1100LT's
I'm very happy I did this upgrade a few years back.
https://spieglerusa.com/brakes/brake-lines-accessories-tools/cycle-bra ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Thu Jan 19, 2023 11:46 am Subject: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu- good luck with the Tesla. Very interesting.
But as far as Zero motorcycles and reputation, close friends have 2 Zeros, his and hers.
Looks like he is going to get rid of both of them.
T ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Wed Jan 04, 2023 10:40 am Subject: Electric motorcycles |
For electric motorcycles
https://www.zeromotorcycles.com/
These guys have been around for 10+ years & have a great reputation
https://damon.com/
This is the company that is generating a lo ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Tue Jan 03, 2023 12:03 pm Subject: Tesla -- Autonomous driving |
Friends,
Another aspect of the Tesla is FSD
Fully autonomous driving.
I have yet to test this feature but I have multiple friends who are extremely happy with it .... particularly on long dis ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Tue Jan 03, 2023 11:58 am Subject: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Cars? Cars? Cars? I will never willingly buy an electric one. They are the devils incarnation especially as the public charging sites have cottoned onto the profit that can be made. My next door neigh ... |
Topic: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Sonu
Replies: 31
Views: 15585
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Tue Jan 03, 2023 11:53 am Subject: First impressions of my Tesla Model Y |
Cars? Cars? Cars? I will never willingly buy an electric one. They are the devils incarnation ....
As stated earlier, I am a good Hindu.
We don't believe in the Devil.
Rebirth? Sure. We kee ... |
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