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Forum: Beasts 06-13-2013, 08:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 401
Posted By Ironwood
Just order a Hyperpro rear shock in the...

Just order a Hyperpro rear shock in the appropriate weight spring and gtg.
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 06-12-2013, 07:59 PM
Replies: 7,256
Sticky: PNW Flea Market
Views: 1,767,397
Posted By Ironwood
Happy Trails Denali boxes

Happy Trails Denali boxes
Nice set of boxes with the cliff cut on one side. 7" x 18" x 20" tall. Includes mounting hardware but not rack or shipping. In time I can drop in the I-5 corridor from...
Forum: Beasts 06-06-2013, 12:15 PM
Replies: 562
Views: 73,605
Posted By Ironwood
I will be installing the shock soon and will give...

I will be installing the shock soon and will give a report. Joe
Forum: Beasts 06-04-2013, 02:01 PM
Replies: 562
Views: 73,605
Posted By Ironwood
Cast wheels

You might be surprised what the old girl will do with the right suspension mods. And because of the weight of the whole package it becomes even more important. Those wheels should not venture into...
Forum: Beasts 06-04-2013, 12:02 PM
Replies: 562
Views: 73,605
Posted By Ironwood
Just be real careful with the cast wheels. They...

Just be real careful with the cast wheels. They are not near as robust as the traditional spoke wheel.
Forum: Beasts 06-03-2013, 10:55 PM
Replies: 562
Views: 73,605
Posted By Ironwood
Race tech

Worth every penny, the front end works flawlessly. Just floats over the baby heads at 40 mph. It truly amazes me. I just got my Hyperpro rear shock in the mail today. Can't wait to get the shock...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-29-2013, 12:36 PM
Replies: 7,007
Views: 1,719,883
Posted By Ironwood
http://maine.craigslist.org/grd/3780126150.html ...

http://maine.craigslist.org/grd/3780126150.html

You're going to need bigger scoop.
Forum: Road warriors 05-29-2013, 10:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 558
Posted By Ironwood
The master cylinder is a very proven system for...

The master cylinder is a very proven system for delivering hydraulic pressure.Working intermittently is not a common occurrence. Here is a scenario that could explain it. Not the likeliest one, but...
Forum: Beasts 05-28-2013, 06:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 326
Posted By Ironwood
What was the air temperature? Why would someone...

What was the air temperature? Why would someone say that steam is not normal. Every car or bike in a cold climate has a lot of exhaust steam until it warms up. As to the sound, it is similar to my...
Forum: Beasts 05-27-2013, 02:14 PM
Replies: 562
Views: 73,605
Posted By Ironwood
I carry a spare gallon on the left box. It gives...

I carry a spare gallon on the left box. It gives me peace of mind, if nothing else. Joe
Forum: Beasts 05-27-2013, 12:42 PM
Replies: 562
Views: 73,605
Posted By Ironwood
Hey PCX, you are aware that your tank is closer...

Hey PCX, you are aware that your tank is closer to 6.5 gallons, aren't you? And thanks for the new handle, I like Ironman,
Forum: Beasts 05-26-2013, 02:45 PM
Replies: 562
Views: 73,605
Posted By Ironwood
PCX-4x, It wasn't clear as to what you were...

PCX-4x,
It wasn't clear as to what you were asking. Every gauge is different. Mine still has a couple gallons or more at that point so to me that would be acceptable. Now if you come in an say I...
Forum: Beasts 05-26-2013, 09:48 AM
Replies: 562
Views: 73,605
Posted By Ironwood
I love these vague questions. How are we supposed...

I love these vague questions. How are we supposed to know what just above E means? Top your tank off and figure out you mileage. It isn't rocket science.
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-24-2013, 06:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 219
Posted By Ironwood
Where on the lever did it break?

Where on the lever did it break?
Forum: Beasts 05-23-2013, 08:16 PM
Replies: 5,337
Views: 1,230,659
Posted By Ironwood
Wow that is a stunning looking machine.

Wow that is a stunning looking machine.
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-22-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 7,007
Views: 1,719,883
Posted By Ironwood
L vs R

I rode an XL before I bought my XRR. I was never more bored in my life. It will get you to a destination but you might fall asleep on the way.
Forum: Beasts 05-22-2013, 01:39 PM
Replies: 562
Views: 73,605
Posted By Ironwood
Sorry about the color...

Sorry about the color...
Forum: Thumpers 05-20-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 4,519
Posted By Ironwood
IMHO tall is not good, it is a necessary evil....

IMHO tall is not good, it is a necessary evil. Now I have to ask you, why are you throwing your pivot leg out at all? I reserve that motion as a last ditch recovery. I figured out a while ago the...
Forum: Thumpers 05-19-2013, 10:41 PM
Replies: 4,430
Views: 687,079
Posted By Ironwood
Cdi's will do that sometimes. Get a spare and...

Cdi's will do that sometimes. Get a spare and carry it with you and it will never happen again.
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-17-2013, 07:33 PM
Replies: 7,007
Views: 1,719,883
Posted By Ironwood
Whatever...I did like seeing that TDM. Keep them...

Whatever...I did like seeing that TDM. Keep them coming.
Forum: The Garage 05-17-2013, 12:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,067
Posted By Ironwood
But...when the tree or limb is obviously dead or...

But...when the tree or limb is obviously dead or diseased than it is considered negligence and the neighbors insurance would then have to cover it. The act of god was the tree dying not it falling....
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-17-2013, 08:23 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 6,884
Posted By Ironwood
Whatever you do, don't take Gosner. It could get...

Whatever you do, don't take Gosner. It could get worse than Ashwood road and harder to extricate yourself.
Forum: Beasts 05-16-2013, 11:09 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,721
Posted By Ironwood
955 Tiger

I ride my '01 tiger 955i in some amazing places with good results. And it eats highway for breakfast. $3000 invested so far but about to drop another $1000 in a rear shock. So for that kind of money...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-11-2013, 09:59 PM
Replies: 7,256
Sticky: PNW Flea Market
Views: 1,767,397
Posted By Ironwood
Xr650r

Local Loaded XR650R going up for sale. Loads of extras including wheels with DS tires. Totally adventurized to hard core standards. It has a Baja Design DS kit installed by an anal marine electrician...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-11-2013, 06:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 455
Posted By Ironwood
Ochocos

We just crossed the Ochocos last week and there were just North facing drifts at 6000' . Nothing below 5800".
Forum: The Garage 04-24-2013, 10:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,596
Posted By Ironwood
Thats funny, I have done hundreds and never a...

Thats funny, I have done hundreds and never a broken tap. I can hold a drill steadier than I can a tap handle. Don't over tighten the chuck and you will be fine. If it starts to slip in the chuck,...
Forum: The Garage 04-23-2013, 07:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,596
Posted By Ironwood
As long as you don't tighten the chuck, it works...

As long as you don't tighten the chuck, it works well. But I always use a
good cutting fluid.
Forum: The Garage 04-23-2013, 02:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,596
Posted By Ironwood
Cordless drill

I sometimes chuck the tap in a cordless drill with just snugging the chuck. It allows you to get steady pressure and a good angle on the tap. If it gets too tight it will slip in the chuck. And it is...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 04-14-2013, 09:10 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 3,576
Posted By Ironwood
Does anyone know how the snowmelt is progressing...

Does anyone know how the snowmelt is progressing in SE Oregon. It is time for rubber to hit the road.

Joe
Forum: Thumpers 04-01-2013, 05:11 PM
Replies: 4,430
Views: 687,079
Posted By Ironwood
Neduro

Ned, can you elaborate a bit on why you pre fer the 450? Joe
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 03-25-2013, 10:04 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,649
Posted By Ironwood
Where is that Ho Tub / Spring in the pic?

Where is that Ho Tub / Spring in the pic?
Forum: Thumpers 03-21-2013, 04:28 PM
Replies: 17,318
Views: 1,851,465
Posted By Ironwood
Chain Slack

I didn't see it mentioned in this latest discussion so here goes. Rotate the assembly and you will see some variation in the amount of slack from sprockets not being perfectly round. Find the...
Forum: Thumpers 03-19-2013, 06:05 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,265
Posted By Ironwood
Ride Freak

How does that XR4 cdi effect the starting?
Forum: Thumpers 03-19-2013, 06:04 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,265
Posted By Ironwood
Riding Bare Ass....

It would make better riders out of all of us!
Forum: The Garage 03-19-2013, 10:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 931
Posted By Ironwood
And just how would you make the threaded cones?

And just how would you make the threaded cones?
Forum: Ride reports 03-17-2013, 08:53 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,086
Posted By Ironwood
Great Area, Great Report. That sand takes a...

Great Area, Great Report. That sand takes a little getting used to. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Thumpers 03-17-2013, 09:21 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,970
Posted By Ironwood
The temperature in the can will be around 1400 f....

The temperature in the can will be around 1400 f. Well below the melting point of steel. Loud pipes close trails.
Forum: Thumpers 03-14-2013, 08:09 PM
Replies: 4,430
Views: 687,079
Posted By Ironwood
Old Cam info.

I have the '08 450 exc with the original camshaft. What I have found is that the valve settings need to be at the tighter end of the adj. range to really have a chance to work. When that happens on...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 02-21-2013, 11:21 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 16,546
Posted By Ironwood
Cerro Gordo Roads

We are coming down on the first of March. Does anyone know the condition of the roads into Cerro Gordo? We will lileky hit it from Lee flat.
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 01-19-2013, 03:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,531
Posted By Ironwood
http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg194/trailride...

http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg194/trailrider383/South%20Fork%20Reservoir%202012/SouthForkReservoir2012125.jpg

I think this is called Camp Lamoille. It is owned by the lion's club and is...
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