Thats good news Jerry: If you have all of the metal bits out (try matching them up to the broken parts) you should be fine. The only worry is if there were...
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Tom
witttom
Nov 2, 2009 10:21 pm
My suggestion would be for all interested parties to attend the 2010 Triumph Dragon Raid, and all the Trophy guys can pick a time to meet at Clingman's Dome...
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ldwolfe@...
ldwolfe
Nov 2, 2009 11:05 pm
Sounds better than Bennington Bash. The "Bash" is only in it's 2nd year, so maybe they can catch up. Battle of the Brits is a real nice show also. But,...
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nort75mk3@...
chicagonort
Nov 2, 2009 11:53 pm
I believe Mr. Garcia has answered most of his own questions. These machines we have are just recreational. Most of us here don't live in an area where a bike...
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jim.miles96
Nov 3, 2009 12:01 am
TN and NC are both outstanding but don't forget about the Ozarks. There is a Triumph group that meets at the Riders Rest in Eureka Springs Arkansas. It's in...
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Robert
triumphtrophy12
Nov 3, 2009 12:04 am
I'm game for that. Provided Triumph doesn't want an arm and 2 legs for the event. I'll have to book several days of vacation time from work.....But count me...
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ldwolfe@...
ldwolfe
Nov 3, 2009 12:23 am
Sounds awesome! Can't make it this year, but, next year may happen with or without a little logistical planning. LDW Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry ...
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daniel pellecchia
june56091
Nov 3, 2009 1:44 am
Speaking of parts I just purchased a 95 trophy and was thinking of risers for the bars. Are they difficult to install will i need special equipment?? Any...
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Tom
witttom
Nov 3, 2009 1:57 am
Well... that's one of the good things about the Dragon Raid, is that there is no registration fee typically associated with Triumph sponsored RAT Raids. I...
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Robert
triumphtrophy12
Nov 3, 2009 4:31 am
Well Tom, since you asked....please keep in mind I'm going from memory here. My back roads map for motorcycling those parts is in my Tank bag and not close...
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ldwolfe
Nov 3, 2009 4:40 am
It appears that we have a destination & a date. I'm gonna be there with my lovely Muse of 27+ years & my friend Charlie. How about it Tom Pritchard? Wanna go?...
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ldwolfe
Nov 3, 2009 4:59 am
Bennington Bash-6/4 through 6/6 Americade-6/7 through 6/13 Dragon Raid-9/13 through 9/19 Tom D. I will attend all 3 of these events. Even if Dragon Raid...
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mjj_zx6rr
Nov 3, 2009 10:47 am
Jerry, I guess your route is the pragmatic one, why replace the engine now as it may well just continue running perfectly. Worst case, if some swarf gets into...
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Ron B
heavyjetpfe
Nov 3, 2009 12:39 pm
Bob, Your recollections are very good. I live just outside Atlanta and ride the roads you spoke of as often as I can. All great two lane Roads in pretty good...
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ROBERT MANCINI
roberttmm
Nov 3, 2009 1:05 pm
The only ones I've found that are simple to install are the JenMar brand. The only "gottcha" is the Triumph ignition key cover does not fit with the risers...
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Ed Johnson
n4ost
Nov 3, 2009 1:13 pm
This may be a REAL stupid question and the answer is probably very obvious but can someone tell me when the oil filler cap and dipstick is on my '01 BBBB? On...
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mjj_zx6rr
Nov 3, 2009 1:17 pm
Ed, My '03 1200 does not have a dipstick, just an oil sight glass on the LHS. Source of constant frustration to me, as I can rarely judge oil level via the...
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Ed Johnson
n4ost
Nov 3, 2009 1:21 pm
Is that where I put the oil in? Ed J. ... From: TriumphTrophy@yahoogroups.com [mailto:TriumphTrophy@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of mjj_zx6rr Sent: Tuesday,...
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Jacques, Martin, VF-G...
mjj_zx6rr
Nov 3, 2009 1:29 pm
Ed, Yes, that is the oil filler cap. Martin [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
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Ed Johnson
n4ost
Nov 3, 2009 1:30 pm
Another stupid question! (;-) Why else would you call it a "Filler Cap"! Sorry Ed J. ... From: TriumphTrophy@yahoogroups.com...
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Jack Byers
poppajack1200
Nov 3, 2009 2:37 pm
Hi Robert, I have a '95 with two mounting holes. I just put it on the drill press, and made two new holed. Worked great. You may be able to do the same thing...
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poppajack1200
Nov 3, 2009 2:58 pm
Poppa Jack here. I'm seeing more, and more of our marquis here all the time. The Hanson "Best Rally by a Dam site" is next week-end. It is put on by the Norton...
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pjuddfan
Nov 3, 2009 3:05 pm
Ed- The Haynes manaual for Triumph 4-Cylinders is a great reference for these types of DIY jobs, comlete with pics showing where to find things and what they...
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Tom Miller
ictmims
Nov 3, 2009 3:49 pm
FYI On my Trophy the drain plug is a normal bolt, not a hex drive as shown by Haynes. Tom BBBB 2002 14,000 To: TriumphTrophy@yahoogroups.com From:...
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Jack Byers
poppajack1200
Nov 3, 2009 4:51 pm
Hey ED, I don't think your bike has a dipstick. Down low on the engine case there is likely a sight glass for doing the oil check. The other hole must be just...
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KevinH
kevin.harrin...
Nov 3, 2009 6:20 pm
I've just put the petcock back together after buying a kit from Sprint Manufacturing, but the thing is leaking petrol from the small hole on the edge of the...
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ldwolfe@...
ldwolfe
Nov 3, 2009 6:29 pm
Yeah! I need a good excuse to visit my 4 eldest sons living in So Cal! Please? ;-)) Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry ... From: "poppajack1200"...
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Bob Clark
triumphtrophy12
Nov 3, 2009 6:31 pm
If the diaphram is in tact and properly seated there should be no leaks. Are you 100% sure it is in there the way the old one came out. It's not a...
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JackM
jackon2wheelz
Nov 3, 2009 6:35 pm
I wasn't offering opinion on the BIN versus starting price, particularly for items below $100. I was quoting actual experience because of the Trophy aluminum...
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Bob Clark
triumphtrophy12
Nov 3, 2009 6:39 pm
So Jack: For those of us who refuse to use E-Bay because we have been burned by it........How much direct? And to what address do we send you a money order or...
