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James E (Pete) Peterson
James E (Pete) Peterson
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Joined: 08/24/2020 18:28
Last seen: 10/31/2022 09:36
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HIGH SPEED WOBBLE

Once again, Wobbly, Thank you for the short cut. The front wheel bearings are now adequately greased, as well as the swing arm greased and readjusted...

4 years ago
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HIGH SPEED WOBBLE

Again, thanks a million. Took the stabilizer apart, cleaned it up and used the magic grease, and now it works better than it ever has. I appreci...

4 years ago
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HIGH SPEED WOBBLE

Thanks, Wobbly. I have finished the steering head bearings with waterproof Green Grease which I found at Napa for about $6. Seems to be a lot smooth...

4 years ago
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HIGH SPEED WOBBLE

Thanks, Arni. I found waterproof Green Greese at Napa, which seems to be what is needed. Thanks for the heads up. Pete (10665)

4 years ago
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HIGH SPEED WOBBLE

Thank you Wobbly!! You have just saved me a lot of time and improper language by providing the photos. I have removed the lowers and have started re...

4 years ago
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HIGH SPEED WOBBLE

Thanks to all for the helpful responses. Adding higher pressure to the tires didn't seem to help, so guess I'll bite the bullet and stat taking it ap...

4 years ago
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HIGH SPEED WOBBLE

Thanks, James. Based on your advice, I checked all frame welds and can't find any cracks or breaks; of course, internal cracks could be present, but...

4 years ago
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HIGH SPEED WOBBLE

Thanks for the advice. The wheel bearings seem tight, but I don't know the history of the steering head bearings. The rear shocks are after-market K...

4 years ago
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'83 R100RT: Updated Alternator Noise

Thanks a million, Wobbly. Was able to change the timing chain, guide, tensioner, along with the bearing, and now my R100 makes regular airhead noises...

5 years ago
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R75 Buggered Exhaust Threads

I've had similar problems over the years, and finally found an inexpensive Chinese die. It's a Links part number GB/T 970.1-94 9SiCr size M52x2. It's ...

5 years ago
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'83 R100RT: Updated Alternator Noise

Thanks for the fast response. The mileage is around 28,500, but considering the bike sat for a long time, nothing surprises me. Your suggestion seem...

5 years ago
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