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by Crunch
Wed Jun 10, 2015 9:56 pm
Forum: MOTORCYCLE FOR SALE
Topic: For Sale '76 R90/6
Replies: 5
Views: 4601

Re: For Sale '76 R90/6

What is the rear end ratio? I have two R90's, one with a 32/11 and one with a 32/10. Lot of folks like the R90 for a sidecar tug. FYI, I just ran a Craigslist search for all of Texas for an R90 and only found one, that being near Dallas. None in Austin or Houston either. Hope you get your price!
by Crunch
Sat Jun 06, 2015 6:26 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Front fender fitment
Replies: 6
Views: 2235

Re: Front fender fitment

Interesting, I have two 1975 R90/6 and neither one of them have item 14. And note that item 2 is a carriage bolt that fits into a square hole in the brace. Sometimes these can disappear over the years.
by Crunch
Wed May 27, 2015 8:55 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: New neutral switch, still won't start in gear.
Replies: 8
Views: 2435

Re: New neutral switch, still won't start in gear.

Bamboo812 has it correct. To engage the starter in gear the clutch lever must be pulled in. If the micro switch in the clutch perch is not wired correctly then the tranny must be in neutral. It's easy to overlook the switch as it is almost hidden inside the perch housing. Either repair the connectio...
by Crunch
Mon May 25, 2015 11:34 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: R100GS turn signal stays on (without blinking)
Replies: 13
Views: 4036

Re: R100GS turn signal stays on (without blinking)

From the ADV forum, "Olds kool Airhead parts"...As a reminder, the pricey OEM turn signal flasher on the old airheads like my /7 can be swapped out for a "Tridon Stant" 12 volt 3 terminal #550 thermal flasher available for under $5 from any auto parts store. The new flasher will ...
by Crunch
Fri Apr 24, 2015 10:18 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Removing Center Stand
Replies: 6
Views: 1711

Removing Center Stand

Any suggestions on the best way to remove the center stand springs on a R90/6. Looks like there is a nut missing on the right side bolt, and possibly the spacer.
by Crunch
Sun Feb 22, 2015 1:04 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Yet another R90/6 Starting Problem
Replies: 1
Views: 683

Yet another R90/6 Starting Problem

I've been following the Project R90/6 starting problem on another thread with great interest and there is a lot of good information there. Without calling me by name I see where my good friend and boon companion Monte Miller made reference to the electrical gremlins that have plagued me with my R90/...
by Crunch
Fri Feb 13, 2015 8:08 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Clutch Switch Spade Connectors
Replies: 13
Views: 2868

Re: Clutch Switch Spade Connectors

Many thanks to Jaggar for the spade connectors. Let me know if I can ever return a favor. -Mike
by Crunch
Sat Feb 07, 2015 5:56 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Clutch Switch Spade Connectors
Replies: 13
Views: 2868

Re: Clutch Switch Spade Connectors

Mongo, in an ideal world the answer is yes, the OEM are 90 degree female spade connectors. But the straight type can be made to work as you have discovered. I believe the heat shrink tubing is critical.

Jagarra, I'll send you a PM.

Thanks to all who responded to me. -Crunch
by Crunch
Fri Jan 30, 2015 3:01 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Clutch Switch Spade Connectors
Replies: 13
Views: 2868

Re: Clutch Switch Spade Connectors

I measured the female connectors and they are 5/32" W x prox 1/4" long. Longer is OK but width is critical. If my math is correct that should be .156" (4mm) W x .250" (6.35mm) L. I didn't see anything like that on the Real OEM fiche.
by Crunch
Fri Jan 30, 2015 8:30 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Clutch Switch Spade Connectors
Replies: 13
Views: 2868

Clutch Switch Spade Connectors

I've been searching for a source to buy some of the miniature female spade connectors used on the clutch switch on a 1975 R90/6. Does anyone have any recommendations or suggestions? -Mike