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Old 10-23-2015, 04:33 AM
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It's to quiet around here!!!! So needed to get something started without trolling.

What are your plans for the winter? I still have not fully decided on what I will be doing. One option isn't really an option due to the cold temperatures unless I super heat the garage.
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Might change out the brakes and install a detachable steering wheel. Other than that, just shopping for a cheap trailer.
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Finally got a set of AP2v1's so I will debut those in the spring. I have a duckbill spoiler and a front lip to install at some point as well.

Let's see - Brakes/Rotors/Brake Lines, 04/05 Valve Cover Swap/Paint (Black), Exhaust/intake research (TBD), I'd like quick release steering wheel and a lower seat/rails.

The list could go on!
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I am considering picking up a 2-wheeled RWD Honda from a friend of mine for cheap. It needs some work, so I'd be doing all the maintenance and repairs over the winter. Change all the fluids. Inspect / repair / replace the brakes. New battery. New tires. Perhaps service the injectors. Possible clutch job. Possibly consider a new exhaust just because. We'll see what he REALLY wants for the bike. It only makes sense if I can get it for CHEAP.
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Rotors, full fluids, might do all the bushings. I need a transmission too. Lots of interior cleanup as well.

I'm going to get in the motor and evaluate it as well. Feels like she might keel over at 200k.
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Originally Posted by SgtB
Rotors, full fluids, might do all the bushings. I need a transmission too. Lots of interior cleanup as well.

I'm going to get in the motor and evaluate it as well. Feels like she might keel over at 200k.
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Swapping my AP2 trans in with a new clutch/throw out bearing/etc as well as rear lower ball joints and new shocks all around (if the bank isnt broken by that point).
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Wrapping up in the next few days is:
-Haltech
-J's header
-Single exhaust
-Tune
-Remove heat
-Remove cruise
-Remove EVAP system
-Remove SRS shenanigans

Winter plans are basically further reliability mods:
-Full fluid swap-Baffled oil pan
-Oil temp and pressure gauges
-Auxiliary oil cooler
-Big radiator
-Remove sound/heat insulation
-Fire system (maybe. have a bottle but want a system)
-Maybe a new clutch. Can't believe this thing is still ticking.
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I'm picking up some wheels and tires for the spring (RPF1's, AP2v3, AP2v2). I want to get a shift knob, oem spoiler lip, new headunit w/speakers, and extended floor mats. I'm also getting a garage early next year
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Basically, just get the wheel situation wrapped up then probably clutch/flywheel. After that, it's save cash for supercharger.


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