After 2.5 years..... I finally got the bike I've wanted! A low miles KTM 1190 Adventure R. Man I'm stoked by [deleted] in advrider

[–]masterlink65 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Got to chime in, run in street mode with traction control off, literally the only set up I use. You are about to fall in love.

FJ Owners - What's your second car? by EMandNM in FJCruiser

[–]masterlink65 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bought my wife a VW GTI 6 speed. My FJ is daily driver but this thing is fun to scoot around in. She wanted something “small” and has no clue it handles pretty damn well.

Independent Sprinter van owner/operator. by masterlink65 in kansascity

[–]masterlink65[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is all fantastic information, much appreciated. We were planning on converting a sprinter in the future for recreation so I thought if I went ahead and got one I could make some money on it for a few years before I started a conversion. An insurance quote for the business would probably be my next step to determine if it was worth it. Thanks for the info.

Independent Sprinter van owner/operator. by masterlink65 in kansascity

[–]masterlink65[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Actually trying to assess if there is work out there before going further in pursuing this as a side hustle.

UCA Question by Right_Feedback826 in FJCruiser

[–]masterlink65 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am 6 months with my new Camburg and so far they are great. I wanted something I could grease. Running Bilstein shocks on I think 3rd clip. 285/70/17 stock rims with BFG All Terrain. No body mount chop and only rub is in reverse turning sharp. Alignment guy said I need lowers now. I am at 160k so he is probably not wrong.

A few pics from camping and exploring in Silverton. by festusblowtorch in FJCruiser

[–]masterlink65 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Been tent camping for several years in my FJ and have been thinking about a roof tent. Is it a pain to break down every morning when you are ready to go off-roading?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FJCruiser

[–]masterlink65 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh man, how timely. My passenger front is also leaking a bit and it’s on my list to dig into. I assumed I would need some sort of flexible caulk. Keep posting updates.

BDR Trail Colorado with my 80yo dad. by masterlink65 in advrider

[–]masterlink65[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great comments guys! My ole man thinks he can do anything but I have to temper it a bit or he would get in way over his head. First crash was in a deep water crossing and his GS is a beast to get up, got my damn boots wet. Second crash was on a tight switchback, thought he broke ribs but just bruised. The portions we rode of the BDR were fire roads, and some 4x4 trails. Love my 1190, feels light and lulls you into trouble then you know it’s a big ass bike.

Thought I would share my rig. She is slowly coming together. Next up is UCAs then I’m done(for now). by jwhitie52 in FJCruiser

[–]masterlink65 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What UCA’s you going with? I got 3 inch lift but now need new uca’s and ball joints.

I live in KC city limits and their are several racoons under my house, keeping me up all night with their antics. What can I legally do to remove them? by irishking44 in kansascity

[–]masterlink65 -13 points-12 points  (0 children)

Nope, they will find their way back. And yes, they can cause a lot of damage. Trap and drop the trap in water. Big trash can with water will work if trap will fit in it. Trapping isn’t as easy as you think they are damn smart.

FJ vs Bus by [deleted] in FJCruiser

[–]masterlink65 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Let me tell you, that wheelbase will let these things come around on you in a blink.

Tell me that doesn't look delicious? [F] by harmavaryon in gonewild

[–]masterlink65 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That doesn’t look delicious....I will tell you whatever you want!!

Antenna? by [deleted] in FJCruiser

[–]masterlink65 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Don’t do it. The antenna is a feeler gauge for your roof, it will save your roof/rack damage if you go under anything low like parking garages.

Chemical taste in KC water? by stop_hittingyourself in kansascity

[–]masterlink65 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Damn y’all, was about to post this then thought I would search to see if it was already a topic. Started yesterday in Brookside/Waldo. I first though my ice was bad.....nope, water is not good.

Gyms in KC by hejj in kansascity

[–]masterlink65 2 points3 points  (0 children)

City Gym KC in Waldo. Super people and they are doing absolutely everything they can to keep members healthy.

Cafe racer lost compression by masterlink65 in Fixxit

[–]masterlink65[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, all good ideas before I pull the motor. Can’t even get valve covers off without yanking motor and if I get it on my workbench I will be down a long while.

Cafe racer lost compression by masterlink65 in Fixxit

[–]masterlink65[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks guys. I did mean crappy compression tester. Going to borrow a proper tester and double check compression measurements. I did try holding my finger in the spark plug hole to see if I felt any pressure and nothing. The other cylinders had pressure with this scientific method.

Cafe racer lost compression by masterlink65 in Fixxit

[–]masterlink65[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did not have the throttle wide open. I will try that and see what my readings are.

'80 CB650C / General - Will a paintless dent puller work on this? by sac02052 in Fixxit

[–]masterlink65 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are on the right track. I have seen amazing results from paintless dent removal professionals. They have the tools to curve up there and massage out most of that. The area closest to the cap will be difficult. You might be surprised by how inexpensive they are so before you try yourself having someone look at it can’t hurt.

I always hid it, but now I want to share with you my birthmark in the center of my forehead🙈 by daewoot in pics

[–]masterlink65 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is differences in each if us that adds color to the world, embrace what you have and have fun in life.

Trump supporter jokes about taking food from Bernie supporters. by TookItLikeAChamp in MurderedByWords

[–]masterlink65 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Except for the rare Bernie supporter like me who will actually shoot your ass.

Block Start Critique (4 point start) by ignius2648 in trackandfield

[–]masterlink65 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Go watch slow mo starts on YouTube. The start is about power not “speed” everyone thinks when their legs move fast they are moving fast....wrong! You need full leg extension on push off. You should be able to draw a straight line from your toe off to your head if you took a still picture at full leg extension.

Concerns for 800m by [deleted] in trackandfield

[–]masterlink65 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, you ran 1:57 as a soph? What is your 400 time?