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  1. Art

    stripped crankcase drain

    I have been buying tools for over 50 years and I still am grossly lacking tools. It is an addiction for which there is no cure. I need to get a new 20 ton hydraulic press in case I start doing differentials again.
  2. Art

    Whats the coolest bike you have test rode?

    The coolest (and first) bike I ever rode was a Lil Indian minibike when I was about 11. Every two wheeler since has been a pale imitation of the original rush I got from the 3 horsepower Tecumseh.
  3. Art

    My baby just became a parts bike

    Now you can build that Guzzi powered gocart you always wanted.
  4. Art

    stripped crankcase drain

    I use a very small ratchet about 4.5" long so I can reduced the risk of over tightening bolts (not saying you did). Steel and aluminum get along like Hutus and Tutsis. Even OCD seasoned wrenches get boned by steel fasteners in aluminum housings. Scottmastroinque mentioned a piggyback drain...
  5. Art

    Looking for a wrench twisting cohort or two

    No. Haven't seen them.
  6. Art

    Looking for a wrench twisting cohort or two

    The XJ i a superb platform. Too bad Jeep doesn't still produce them. I had a 03 TJ in Dubai. It was a beast in the dunes.
  7. Art

    Looking for a wrench twisting cohort or two

    Did lots of Mercedes maintenance and repairs in Dubai. You tend to need a dedicated diagnostic tool like the Star system for thoses. I only have a Launch scanner.
  8. Art

    Looking for a wrench twisting cohort or two

    I am also adept with old Jeeps whether or not it is maintenance, repairs, or mods.
  9. Art

    Looking for a wrench twisting cohort or two

    I just "semi" retired and moved from the UAE back to America. I live in Sarasota. I am from Vermont and Idaho so I don't actually know anyone here in Florida. Well, I don't know anyone interesting that likes to twist wrenches on bikes and cars. For me, working on cars and bikes is Zen therapy...
  10. Art

    As I go into retirement my Guzzi comes out

    It has potential. Like I said, it is a good runner. Runs, steers, shifts, and stops as it should. A literal time capsule. It has lived most of its life, indoors and covered in a climate controlled environment. My evil cats snuck under the cover and perforated the seat in my absence. Not...
  11. Art

    As I go into retirement my Guzzi comes out

    Approximately 10 years ago I purchased (on a whim) a 1985 T-5 with 12,500 miles on the clock. I have been deployed overseas the entire time so once a year or so the Guzzi gets ridden around the block. I just came home and started working on the machine. It fired up first spin of the starter...
  12. Art

    Oh damn, another oil question

    I'll get a good inventory of parts and lubricants when I get home and put the old sled back on the road. I have owned a bunch of Harley's and an Indian, but I sold them off due to lack of use and taking up space (I don't go to America but once a year). I could not part with the Guzzi. While...
  13. Art

    Oh damn, another oil question

    Thanks guys. I know I can buy 20/50. I have never seen 10/50
  14. Art

    Oh damn, another oil question

    Hello Folks, Not trying to start an annoying oil debate, just a couple questions as I do not have a viscosity chart. I prefer dino oil and intend to use Castrol 20/50 motorcycle oil, any issues with that? It will be running in Florida heat. I like Lucas gear oils. What weight should be in...
  15. Art

    Parts source

    Hello Folks, I am returning to the states after 25 years overseas. Time to pay attention to my 1985 T5 with 12K miles. This rig does run, shift, ride and stop just fine and has been stored in a climate controlled enviroment its whole life. I ordered a new charging system and battery for my...
  16. Art

    Hello from an old new guy

    Thanks.
  17. Art

    Hello from an old new guy

    Hello All, I live overseas but am travelling home to the US in a week and plan on getting in some wrenching time while I am there. I have a cherry 1985 T5 that needs a new charging system. I do not have time to diagnose and order parts. Can anyone recommend a complete kit and source for...
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