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Doing my first valve check/adjust at 30000. All measurements check out within spec, except two exhausts: cyl. 1-1 @ .0102" (the 2/10000 is my best guess, based on tight fit of a .010" feeler gauge); and cyl. 4-1 @ .0100 (again, based on feel). The spec max for exhaust valves is .098" I'm...

+1 on the thanks to Ashauler. Just ordered a 2' section of the polished SS 2" OD tubing- $30 incl. shipping.

Looks like Just Roy is still unavailable. Is there any other source for these? If not, can anyone loan theirs? I'd be much obliged to pay it forward at my next opportunity. PM me, or reply in this thread. I'll keep a lookout, and thanks to the forum for all you folks do.

Personally, I would not ride that motorcycle if an attempt was made to repair it. Good for parts only.

Ditto on the sidestand precautions of others- I learned from experience. One other SS precation: make sure the SS leg is fully against the stop and cycle is allowed to settle against trannie gea.r (1st=best) on its own before dismounting. More experience. Some even file the SS stop back a...

Have my recall letter in hand, dated July 8. Have already installed RR's fix, & do all my own maintenance (so far). I inspected and greased all my spiders at the time I installed RR's fix; no issues. My "08 FJR was used when I acquired it. Just put over 8,000 miles on it out West in June...

Damn! I almost forgot: don't ever go anywhere at any time without your WD-40 and duct tape.

Proof of insurance: USA and/or Canadian (they're different), prescriptions in original labeled bottles, multitool, + notify your bank/CC issuer to expect bank/credit card activity along your itinerary.

Hey Art- I'd like to purchase the 2 headlight and 2 fan harnesses. I do have a little prob- I'll be leaving on a 1-month tour out west the first of June, so I would need these asap. Is this possible? I don't want to put you on the spot, but if this is doable, I would greatly appreciate it...

Hmm . . . ONE best farkle EVER? Would have to be (drum roll, please . . .) This here list of farkles! This newbie is beginning to understand the difference between FJR farkle sh!t & Shinola. What I'd really like to see now are nominations for WORST farkle ever (if this is, indeed, in...