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Old Jul 10, 2021 | 07:29 AM
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What does this have to do with getting my ride running??
 
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Old Jul 10, 2021 | 06:59 PM
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Because Knowing What ignition you got is the other half of answering your question.....
 
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Old Jul 11, 2021 | 06:17 AM
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hey coax9952 i meant that political post...and why we have to bring politics into everything. Take it someplace else johnjzjz I really dont need your politics here!!!
On a more positive note: I reset the carb to the factory setting and I'm getting sputters. I think with endless more kicks the old girl will fire up! Is today the day?
 
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Old Jul 11, 2021 | 07:12 AM
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Originally Posted by SkyNet2112
hey coax9952 i meant that political post...and why we have to bring politics into everything. Take it someplace else johnjzjz I really dont need your politics here!!!
On a more positive note: I reset the carb to the factory setting and I'm getting sputters. I think with endless more kicks the old girl will fire up! Is today the day?
that's the beauty of the kick only bike! It only takes one kick. Problem is you never know when that one will be.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2021 | 08:21 AM
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Originally Posted by SkyNet2112
hey coax9952 i meant that political post...and why we have to bring politics into everything. Take it someplace else johnjzjz I really dont need your politics here!!!
On a more positive note: I reset the carb to the factory setting and I'm getting sputters. I think with endless more kicks the old girl will fire up! Is today the day?
You’d be well advised to drop the attitude and answer the questions. You come here for help/advice and it is generously given by knowledgeable folks, particularly John. Don’t pull on Superman’s cape.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2021 | 08:42 AM
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Originally Posted by SkyNet2112
hey coax9952 i meant that political post...and why we have to bring politics into everything. Take it someplace else johnjzjz I really dont need your politics here!!!
On a more positive note: I reset the carb to the factory setting and I'm getting sputters. I think with endless more kicks the old girl will fire up! Is today the day?
- still wondering how asking for the ignition type became a political statement - but i get it you dont need my help
 
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Old Jul 11, 2021 | 10:00 PM
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He's talking about that Ineptocracy statement at the bottom of every post you have, doesn't really pertain to motorcycle repair.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2021 | 10:20 PM
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Originally Posted by johnjzjz
- still wondering how asking for the ignition type became a political statement - but i get it you dont need my help
Yeah I was gonna chime in but think I'll follow your lead here.
 
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Considering That is a Signature , Not a political "Post". And JZ is probably one of the Most knowledgeable individuals on this Site, Don't be twitchy about the Sig and give us some more info so we can try and give you some good answers
 
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Old Jul 12, 2021 | 07:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Policeking!
He's talking about that Ineptocracy statement at the bottom of every post you have, doesn't really pertain to motorcycle repair.
ah yes but the sting of the truth does pertain - its in the life some have no idea about and would never be let in it

the other guy is just a masshole he cant help it he lives in it
 
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