Where are 6-speed gearboxes made?
Road Captain
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A local company that was in business for over a hundred years. They made "Dog Sweaters" They got a HUGE contract with Walmart. Walmart needed more sweaters so they got rid of the other customers. They were super busy for about 4-5 years. Then one day Walmart called to say we can buy these in Japan or where ever for less $$$$$$$$$.
The place closed because it had no other customers. It was dumb to put all the eggs or in this case sweaters in one BASKET!!!!
The place closed because it had no other customers. It was dumb to put all the eggs or in this case sweaters in one BASKET!!!!
Road Captain
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Dan, that's why I never shop at Wal-Mart.
OP I looked around but can't find anything that discusses HD suppliers for transmission gears. I am not sure how to find out, short of opening one up and looking for the builders code, insignia etc...etc...
OP I looked around but can't find anything that discusses HD suppliers for transmission gears. I am not sure how to find out, short of opening one up and looking for the builders code, insignia etc...etc...
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From: Billings,Mt.
Now the question is,does the MOCO buy Chinese TP to save money?
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Cruiser
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From: Shelby, N.C.
If I had know that B&S was involved I would have stopped changing my oil long ago! With a Briggs I just continue to add oil and never change, best air cooled engine ever built. On a side note my buddy had a honda goldwing that had "Made In The USA" Proudly displayed on the back of the passenger seat. He said they were assembled in the USA with Japanese parts. The American made line is getting fuzzier every day!
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From: Bedford UK
I am sure a book was published some years ago about the American motorcycle industry. It not only included Honda, but also two of the other three Jap brands. They may still make bikes there. I'm also sure much of each GW was made in USA, as well as the bikes being assembled.
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Tourer
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From: Pa.
Interesting thread. All I have to add is that I make an effort to buy American made products. I'll shop around on line or compare items in the store. It has now become a habit for me. I realize it is a world economy but for me it's about supporting US workers and small businesses. We can turn things around with a grass roots effort if we all stay conscious of what we buy. There are many things you can't find made in America but you'll be surprised how much is if you look for it.
