I used an old syringe to suck the well aged fluid from the FJR's clutch and brake fluid reservoirs. Then used the Mityvac to pull fresh fluid through the lines until the fluid ran clear. I managed to avoid drawing air into the system and everything went pretty smooth. It helped to have Nancy watching the reservoirs and telling me to stop before the fluid got too low.
I've been talking to John, and discussing plans for our August trip to Sturgis and somewhere yet undecided. He mentioned that he had been talking to an old riding buddy of his, and wanted to get the 3 of us together for a ride. We made plans to meet in Turtle Lake, WI at 11:00 a.m. today.
I got the FJR cleaned up and was out the driveway by 0900. I stopped in town for gas and a little cash from the bank. I was down to Turtle Lake about 15 minutes early. As is typically John's style, he showed up at exactly 1100. After the introductions and a short break, the 3 of us were on the road for a short 88 mile loop through the WI countryside. I had a route sheet in my tank bag and managed to miss only one turn. I missed the intersection and failed to notice the street sign and the turn because there was a bright yellow Dodge Charger parked in the right turn lane. I was paying too much attention to the car and didn't see the sign. In that area of WI it's not easy to find fun road to ride. Most of the area is farmland and all the roads are straight. I picked a few roads that looked like they might be fun. It wasn't bad. one section had a lot of 15 and 20 MPH right angle corners. We stopped for a break in Ridgeland and stood around talking for a while. John and Mark were trying to figure out what years they went to Sturgis together. It was probably close to 30 years ago. We ended our ride back in Turtle Lake. John and Mark headed back to the cities and I headed north.
My route sheet!
Man I really need how to do this ind of thing...welldone mate. Hope you get lots of miles out and about this summer.
ReplyDeleteI learned a lot about mechanical things from my High School automotive classes. I've been doing my own oil changes, brake jobs and other repairs on my cars since the late 70's. For many years, I worked in the heavy truck shop at a construction company back in the 80's. I bought a lot of good tools from the Snap-on and MAC tool trucks that used to come around every week. I've alays wanted a Mityvac, but never bought one until last week. It is a slick little item.
DeleteLooks like a beautiful day for a ride. I am glad you had time for the ride despite the maintenance projects looming.
ReplyDeleteThanks, the weather was perfect!
DeleteThanks BFF for taking John out for a ride. He had a BIG time. He's looking forward to your ride to Arkansas at the end of the month. Hugs
ReplyDeleteWendie, remind John that I'm up for a ride anytime. I'd even get an early start and head down that way for a ride in your area. Just as long as I could be heading for home before the sun got too low. Don't want to smack another 4 legged creature!
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