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In a message dated 5/25/2004 8:48:45 AM Pacific Standard Time, cyclecats@... writes: But first I'd like info on the straight headers. Where'd you order...
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quotafanatic
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Jun 2, 2004
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Hi all, As a current owner of a 1972 Ambassador, I was drawn to dual-sport bikes and became very interested in the Quota. I recently purchased a used 2000...
gtbender1970
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Jun 10, 2004
7:58 pm
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Check into the condition of the fuel hoses. Remember, its a pressurized system due to the fuel injection. gtbender1970 <greg@...> wrote:Hi all, ...
kevin seiler
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Jun 10, 2004
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Thanks Kevin. I assume that special replacement hoses are required and that bulk off-the-shelf fuel line will not suffice. If this is the case, is my local...
gtbender1970
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Jun 10, 2004
8:16 pm
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Greg, All the fuel lines can be replaced with off the shelf FI lines. There is a three way piece that comes from the fuel pump that would take some doing but...
Deryle & Wanda Mehrten
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Jun 10, 2004
8:34 pm
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I think you could do well with any compression fittings and high pressure fuel hoses. It ain't rocket science. Lots of cars use the stuff. JMHO... I'm also not...
kevin seiler
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Jun 10, 2004
8:35 pm
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Thanks for the responses! I'll certainly take a look at the lines before I head out across the Nevada and Utah deserts. This discussion of fuel lines has got...
gtbender1970
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Jun 10, 2004
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Iszat onna them thar thingys that goes on a Zamboni? ;-) Deryle & Wanda Mehrten <mehrten@...> wrote: "The very large tubizonni " ... Do you Yahoo!? ...
kevin seiler
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Jun 10, 2004
9:00 pm
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Greg, Sorry, don't know about the fuel filter substitution, I've used only the OEM part. If you have any doubt, replace it. Takes all of about 15 minutes and...
Deryle & Wanda Mehrten
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Jun 10, 2004
10:36 pm
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Greg: Welcome Aboard I would also suggest changing out your fuel lines and Fuel Filter, I found a couple of mine to be starting to crack. I used the Napa...
Russ Marooney
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Jun 11, 2004
2:13 am
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Thanks Russ, that's good to know. I'll probably pick one up "just in case". An extra relay or two might also come in handy. I assume that the relays used are...
gtbender1970
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Jun 11, 2004
2:26 pm
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Greg: The relays that came from the factory are not worth the trouble of talking about. If you will notice they are for inside use. I replaced mine with the...
Russ Marooney
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Jun 11, 2004
3:14 pm
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Thanks again Russ, I'll pick up a few spares. Regards, Greg Bender...
gtbender1970
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Jun 11, 2004
6:30 pm
1200
Does anyone know if hepco bags are available for the quota.The local dealer is unable to oder from the factory. Greg...
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Jun 13, 2004
9:21 pm
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I decided to take the Quota to the Guzzi Nationals so I could play on some of the back roads. It need a new rear tire and oil was getting ready to change...
Russ Marooney
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Jun 13, 2004
11:59 pm
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In a message dated 6/13/2004 5:52:06 PM Eastern Daylight Time, costanzo_2@... writes: Does anyone know if hepco bags are available for the quota. ...
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Jun 14, 2004
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All saavy Quota owners and Guzzi for that matter have a plug and plug cap in their stash. I did, after one tipover... Bert Fox ... ===== "Brews Brothers...
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Jun 14, 2004
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I have found a company in california that makes a wind deflector to change the wind noise on the quota.There is a slight problem.They need a bike to take...
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Jun 14, 2004
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In a message dated 6/13/2004 9:01:07 PM Eastern Daylight Time, iambwfox@... writes: All saavy Quota owners and Guzzi for that matter have a plug and plug...
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Jun 14, 2004
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Greg, Try Moto International, or Harpers' Moto Guzzi. I am always amazed by the strange business policies of our local dealer. Truly bizarre. I have had some...
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Jun 14, 2004
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The Quota fuel filter IS NOT the same as on the California/Jackal/Stone series of Guzzis. I don't know if it matches the sporty Guzzis or not. I just got a new...
Chris Bell
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Jun 14, 2004
3:05 pm
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Fin protectors do a pretty good job of protecting the spark plug. I have some a buddy made out of aircraft aluminum. filmagic01@... wrote:In a message...
kevin seiler
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Jun 14, 2004
6:05 pm
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I now have a set of crash bars that will protect the plug and cap. If they cave in the bike will not be rideable anyhow. The Happy Trails were just made out of...
Russ Marooney
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Jun 14, 2004
6:13 pm
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I have a bar protecting the spark plugs, russ....I posted a few pictures!!! if you want I can show them ciao, Pippo ... From: Russ Marooney To:...
pippo lombardo
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Jun 14, 2004
6:42 pm
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Thanks for the information, Chris...that's good to know. For the fuel filter, am I stuck purchasing the Guzzi filter for $40, or will any nippled replacement...
gtbender1970
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Jun 14, 2004
8:53 pm
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Best bet is to take the old filter out and take it along to the auto parts place. I got mine at Auto Zone. . The diameter might be a bit smaller but you can...
Russ Marooney
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Jun 14, 2004
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How many folks are going to try and make it to Mt Rushmore for the nationals. Pippo: If you blow up those water wings and get started by Weds. you might make...
Russ Marooney
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Jun 14, 2004
9:17 pm
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I would do just that, Russ, but I haven't yet taken possession of the Quota. I'll be flying out to the Los Angeles area early next week to pick it up. From...
gtbender1970
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Jun 14, 2004
9:30 pm
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I'm definitely heading that way, Russ! Regards, Greg Bender...
gtbender1970
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Jun 14, 2004
9:33 pm
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I just got back from Doug's( the crash bar maker). He said that he would make them . $175 plus shipping for a single order but if there is 3 or more the price...
Russ Marooney
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