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  1. ricckk

    Rat urine corroded steel

    Yes, I AM VERY, VERY, VERY, VERY ANGRY!!! Somehow a rat got into where I had one of my PRIZED rifles stashed. (yes, the rifle was stored horizontally instead of vertically). BIG MISTAKE!! On my behalf. The RAT made a nice comfortable little nest up against it and defecated all over it . I had...
  2. ricckk

    Opinions on 1/2 Ton pick up truck Load Control Helper Springs

    I have a 1/2 ton Chevy Pick Up Truck. I am considering installing a aftermarket set of 3 leaf adjustable load control springs. I pull a dual axle car hauler with my truck. I am not having any problems pulling my hauler with my stock 1/2 ton suspension. But when I first bought this truck it did...
  3. ricckk

    Antiseize on lug nuts

    Any suggestions or opinions would be GREATLY appreciated!!
  4. ricckk

    Variable Pressure Clutch Kit Question

    Does anyone have any info on these devices? Their claim states... It will reduce up to 50% of the clutch lever pull. Being that the VPC operates on centrifugal force pressurizing the clutch plates. What good would this device be when the engine is at idle or low rpm? I can understand how it...
  5. ricckk

    Motorcycle clutch lever pressure reduction

    Is there a way to modify a clutch lever handle on a 1987 Harley Davidson FXR for less pull pressure? Possibly change the fulcrum point? I already have the factory 40% clutch reduction kit and the weakest clutch diaphram spring and a brand new clutch cable installed. These things helped but not...
  6. ricckk

    Question about window A/C units

    Hello All, I have a somewhat weird question. I'm not even sure if i'm in the proper forum but here it goes. I am replacing a in wall air conditioner for my landlord. It is a 300 square foot bedroom. I would like to put a 8kbtu unit in . The size of the opening currently is 23 3/4" x 15...
  7. ricckk

    Is there a aftermarket device for releaving clutch handle strain on harley-davidson

    As I said in my previous thread. My wrist cannot take the strain of pulling the clutch handle on my 1987 H-D FXR. I have already replaced the clutch pull assembly underneath the transmission plate where the clutch cable goes in. Its supposed to relieve 40% of the pressure of the clutch pull. It...
  8. ricckk

    1987 Harley Davidson FXR My wrist can't take the stress of pulling the clutch lever any longer

    I have a beautiful 1987 H-D FXR. It runs JUST FANTASTIC! BUT... I cannot take the strain of pulling the clutch lever any longer. I contacted Harley and they told me about a kit I could purchase and install on my bike that would reduce up to 40% of clutch lever pressure. Yes , I purchased the...

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