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Forum: The Garage 06-14-2013, 06:54 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,189
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Here's a few cents: The Molex MX150...

Here's a few cents:

The Molex MX150 connectors are pretty nice, but the pins and receptacles are small and can be tricky to crimp.

Order a bunch of good heat-shrink tubing in a few different...
Forum: The Garage 05-07-2013, 05:14 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,752
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Both; we have a factory service center in Denver....

Both; we have a factory service center in Denver. I just drop it off and pick it up a few days later.
Forum: The Garage 05-02-2013, 10:01 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,752
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
I have a Dewalt 18V drill that I have been...

I have a Dewalt 18V drill that I have been pounding on for the past 10 years or so. I got it free from the ski shop I worked at because the clutch was shredded. $70 and Dewalt swapped out everything...
Forum: The Garage 05-02-2013, 09:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,511
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
I use PVC tubing to run harnesses through,...

I use PVC tubing to run harnesses through, similar to this: http://www.alliedelec.com/search/productdetail.aspx?SKU=70137824

It can be a pain to get bundles of wire through long lengths of it, but...
Forum: The Garage 04-11-2013, 09:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 481
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
With 98k miles, your calipers and MC would likely...

With 98k miles, your calipers and MC would likely be really happy with you if you gave them a thorough rebuild and some new seals.
Forum: Equipment 04-10-2013, 09:41 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,949
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Smith Optics has a tactical line that meets ANSI...

Smith Optics has a tactical line that meets ANSI and MilSpec standards for impact.

I use AO Eyewear pilot's glasses because they are high quality, cheap from the PX, and have bayonet temples (i.e....
Forum: Equipment 03-31-2013, 03:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 710
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Talk to a qualified dentist or oral surgeon about...

Talk to a qualified dentist or oral surgeon about an oral device: Doesn't work any better than a CPAP for me, but it is really convenient and unobtrusive in comparison.
...
Forum: Equipment 03-28-2013, 08:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,359
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
I'm a big fan of the Aerostich TLTec Softshell...

I'm a big fan of the Aerostich TLTec Softshell Fleece
http://www.aerostich.com/aerostich-tltec-soft-shell-fleece-jacket.html

I 'm on my third one, and I usually get about 3-4 years of constant...
Forum: The Garage 03-05-2013, 09:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,578
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
I realized years ago that the Mac box full of...

I realized years ago that the Mac box full of Snap-On tools could put two other motorbikes in my garage. No question to that equation.

I replaced most of everything with Craftsman and have never...
Forum: The Garage 02-21-2013, 07:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,543
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
I order 10-12 mil latex gloves. Yes they are more...

I order 10-12 mil latex gloves. Yes they are more expensive, but they tend to last at least 2 days of constant use, where I blow through the cheap gloves in a box from anywhere local in sometimes...
Forum: The Garage 01-06-2013, 10:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,219
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
If you can, buy a battery dry with the...

If you can, buy a battery dry with the electrolyte on the side. Read the instructions for filling, capping, and charging and follow them closely.

Doing it incorrectly (as happens more often than...
Forum: Equipment 12-30-2012, 01:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,244
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
The S100 is an amazing little camera for quick...

The S100 is an amazing little camera for quick shots.

If you want more flexibility, the Nikon J1 refurbs are being shuffled out for around the same price.

http://www.adorama.com/INK1J1RKR.html
Forum: Equipment 12-20-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 607
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
I use these rather often: Not cheap, but not...

I use these rather often:

Not cheap, but not too expensive either.

http://www.protekk.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=72&products_id=231
Forum: EMEA 12-16-2012, 12:26 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 253
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Euro MotoGP Trip Advice Needed

I'm making plans to catch the Valencia race next year, and will be flying in from the states, spending a week or so in the area, and then heading down to Morocco.

I am hoping someone has some...
Forum: Equipment 11-29-2012, 06:42 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,436
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
These keep me happy. I had a Cuisinart Brew...

These keep me happy.

I had a Cuisinart Brew and Serve—and it made a good cup of coffee—but I liked the other two more and could not leave them out on the counter at all times.
...
Forum: Equipment 11-02-2012, 11:23 PM
Replies: 233
Views: 36,014
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
I also found that when warmed, one can just get...

I also found that when warmed, one can just get the newer three-flange eartips on the Er6, despite the size difference.

Much more secure/comfortable.
Forum: The Garage 10-23-2012, 09:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 623
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Wrist pin puller: ...

Wrist pin puller:
http://www.wahlracing.com/images/P/16-542.jpg


I would split the cases anyways. All that banging on the conrod may have done a number on the crank.
Forum: Equipment 10-15-2012, 01:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,958
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Here's a curveball: ...

Here's a curveball:

http://www.metoliusclimbing.com/belay_glove.html
http://cache.prolitegear.com/prolitegear/images/items/metolius_belay_jacket_rg.jpg


I liked the Aerostich ropers, but not...
Forum: The Garage 10-05-2012, 09:54 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,376
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Cue the Ted Nugent

Cue the Ted Nugent
Forum: Equipment 09-19-2012, 10:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,305
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
After about 15,000 miles with a 10/20 combo I...

After about 15,000 miles with a 10/20 combo I still haven't bought the alloy hook straps. Yeah, they would be nice, but I am more than happy without.

Secure enough to keep a laptop on the back in...
Forum: The Garage 09-13-2012, 07:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,263
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
How close is your garage to the kitchen? I...

How close is your garage to the kitchen?

I have used Kydex before to mold form fitting frame guards.
Forum: Equipment 08-31-2012, 07:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,067
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Oury road/street grips.

Oury road/street grips.
Forum: Equipment 08-27-2012, 04:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,785
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
These work better, but are less convenient. Yes,...

These work better, but are less convenient. Yes, they make safe one's with blunt tips, but these get to everything.

http://www.primobeauty.com/bdir//brands/Mehaz-Solingen/MC0024.jpg
Forum: Equipment 08-19-2012, 03:20 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,515
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Well, if you're running around NJ/NY, you might...

Well, if you're running around NJ/NY, you might as well just carry it around in an easily accessible and quickly removable place, because it's not going to work half the time anyways.

Their tool...
Forum: Equipment 08-12-2012, 08:00 PM
Replies: 670
Views: 78,460
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Here's one: ADJ32X

Here's one:

ADJ32X
Forum: Equipment 07-13-2012, 04:48 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,337
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Also if you are not particularly American sized,...

Also if you are not particularly American sized, the fit of Rev'It gear may be a godsend.
Forum: The Garage 07-08-2012, 10:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 888
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Every bike I have owned where the stock bars are...

Every bike I have owned where the stock bars are drilled for a locating pin from the switchgear (which is always ground off by me to adjust the position.

A wrap or two of electrical tape on the...
Forum: Equipment 06-20-2012, 09:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,084
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
A Ski Patroller showed me they could be used...

A Ski Patroller showed me they could be used effectively for large puncture wounds.

The wife wasn't so happy when I shoved an O.B. up her nose (massive bleed) and then we couldn't hardly get the...
Forum: Equipment 06-20-2012, 09:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,175
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
I've been using the same tail packs for about 7...

I've been using the same tail packs for about 7 years now.
Love 'um.
Sold one and later bought it back multiple times to the same friend.

If you think they are expensive now, imagine having to...
Forum: Face plant 06-15-2012, 11:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,297
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Well shit. Wish I wouldn't have come across this...

Well shit. Wish I wouldn't have come across this thread, but glad I did.
It seems I will be making a doctor's appt tomorrow.
Forum: The Garage 04-11-2012, 08:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,175
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
It's relatively easy to make a somewhat...

It's relatively easy to make a somewhat comfortable seat, and quite difficult to make a supremely perfect one.

I have worked the shape on this one about 5 times with minicell foam and I'm finally...
Forum: The Garage 04-04-2012, 09:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,298
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
I regularly haunt the local Sears stores (and...

I regularly haunt the local Sears stores (and outlets). Never paid more than 50% off retail for closeouts / discontinued boxes.

Worth it to me at that price. You need to be able to have mismatched...
Forum: The Garage 04-04-2012, 08:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,292
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
If it really bothers you, you can pick up used...

If it really bothers you, you can pick up used GSXR rear brake rotors in near perfect shape for $35-40. Most 600/750/1000 should work from 2001-2010 or so.
Forum: Equipment 03-28-2012, 04:18 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,889
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Kangaroo fingers - 25-30K miles Cow/Pig Other -...

Kangaroo fingers - 25-30K miles
Cow/Pig Other - 15-20K miles
Forum: Equipment 03-28-2012, 04:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,260
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
My old Nelson Rigg CL-350 could hold a full face...

My old Nelson Rigg CL-350 could hold a full face when expanded.
I think the newer CL-1030 is the equivalent.
Forum: The Garage 03-11-2012, 05:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,998
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
I like AMP and Weather Pack for other vehicles,...

I like AMP and Weather Pack for other vehicles, but they irritate me with their bulk when using them on bikes.

I lean towards towards Molex, because they have such a large number of different...
Forum: Equipment 02-20-2012, 11:57 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 7,300
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Am I really the first one? AO's Original...

Am I really the first one?

AO's Original Pilots: Designed for wearing with helmets.

Three sizes (you don't have to look like a texas ranger), three types of temples, 5 colors of lenses (3...
Forum: Equipment 02-20-2012, 11:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 992
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Bloody expensive and worth every penny. They are...

Bloody expensive and worth every penny. They are a steal now compared to what I originally paid just in shipping to get them from the UK before they had any distribution here.


A) Lightweight,...
Forum: The Garage 08-09-2011, 06:40 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 57,900
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Old vespa...broken throttle cable...just enough...

Old vespa...broken throttle cable...just enough slack to route it to, and tie it to my ankle.
Forum: Battle scooters 02-21-2008, 09:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 932
Posted By The Shifty Jesus
Well, Bajaj own about 25% of KTM. They're working...

Well, Bajaj own about 25% of KTM. They're working on something right now. Rumor has it that Kawasaki is playing ball as well.
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