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by Wayne J in MA
Mon Jan 22, 2018 8:36 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: SWB pannier frames
Replies: 19
Views: 5128

Re: SWB pannier frames

I mounted a lwb Krauser frame onto my 71 swb r75/5 many decades ago. All the holes lined up except the two on the bikes rear sub frame.A drill bit and a few minutes and then it mounted perfectly.
by Wayne J in MA
Thu Oct 19, 2017 7:13 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Nikasil
Replies: 20
Views: 5175

Re: Nikasil

I agree. In all my cases I had good compression and oil consumption. I was in there to fix oil leaks, base gasket or push rod tube seals.
by Wayne J in MA
Wed Oct 18, 2017 3:24 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Nikasil
Replies: 20
Views: 5175

Re: Nikasil

According to Duane they move over time anyways but I just left them in the position they were in coming out. I don't recall even looking except maybe the first time.
You need tough finger tips with this method. Guitar playing probably makes yours tough enough. Easy to pinch finger tips though.
by Wayne J in MA
Wed Oct 18, 2017 7:47 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Nikasil
Replies: 20
Views: 5175

Re: Nikasil

I have pulled cylinders w/heads off a dozen or so airheads over the years with the pistons with rings staying attached to the connecting rods. I just use Duane's finger method to insert back into the bottom of the cylinder. I have never broken a ring or had an oil usage issue after this work. Just b...
by Wayne J in MA
Fri Aug 11, 2017 8:54 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: 1979 r65 battery
Replies: 23
Views: 7483

Re: 1979 r65 battery

I use one of these http:/http://saskbattery.com/ecommerce_183.htm It needed some shimming to fit snugly. Very strong! Same as I use. The first one lasted 10 years. Finally killed it by leaving it in the cold bike all winter with no trickle charge. I used to call on the East Penn DEKA plant. It is h...
by Wayne J in MA
Sun Apr 27, 2014 9:24 am
Forum: Motorcycling
Topic: Pet Peve for riding gear
Replies: 34
Views: 7677

Re: Pet Peve for riding gear

I lost a pair of prescription eyeglasses in a vertical zipper pocket while wearing my prescription sunglasses. It sure sucked trying to ride home in the dark.
by Wayne J in MA
Tue Feb 11, 2014 7:50 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Battery
Replies: 37
Views: 8208

Re: Battery

"That Deka looks good and is maintenance free, which would be great, but they says it may require hold down modifications." I have used DEKAs now for several bikes, the current one is going on 7-8 years and survived a regulator meltdown. Good product made in the USA (PA). It is a little th...
by Wayne J in MA
Wed Oct 23, 2013 11:06 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: A Google Map of Our Members Locations
Replies: 243
Views: 44825

Re: A Google Map of Our Members Locations

Westwood, MA
02090
by Wayne J in MA
Sun Jul 31, 2011 9:14 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: 1971 R75/5 parts confusion...
Replies: 9
Views: 2332

Re: 1971 R75/5 parts confusion...

I hate to even make a comment since I was jumped on last time I commented on originality, even though I meant no criticism of the individual's bike, but here goes. However, anyone that wants to criticize please read all my comments. I actually believe in owners changing to suit their needs I just ho...