Carrying a Harley-Davidson motorcycle in a trailer that's built specifically for carrying a bike is easy. Carrying a Harley in a trailer that has a flat or corrugated floor, perhaps with walls around it -- or not -- is a minor challenge. You can meet the challenge with cargo straps, if the trailer has at least four D-rings evenly spaced along each side.
Instructions
1. Lower the trailer ramp. If the trailer has no ramp, set one end of a 2-by-12-inch plank on the rear of the trailer and one end of the plank on the ground. The plank must be long enough that the angle formed between the ground and the plank is 30 degrees or less.
2. Push the Harley up the ramp and onto the trailer. If the trailer has a grooved or corrugated floor, ensure the wheels are in the grooves. Put down the Harley's side kickstand. Lean the bike onto the stand. Wrap a cargo strap around each of the front forks. Attach the ends of the cargo strap to the D-rings at the front of the trailer, or to the sides of the trailer, as far forward of the forks as possible; this checks any backward motion of the bike.
3. Loop a cargo strap around the rear frame support and attach the ends to two different D-rings: one forward of the rear frame support and one behind the frame support, on the right side of the bike. Repeat this process on the left side of the bike. Make the cargo straps tight enough that the bike stands on its own.
4. Wrap a cargo strap around the rear tire. Attach the ends of the cargo strap to two D-rings: one on either side of the rear tire, and behind the rear tire. This checks any forward motion of the bike.
5. Wrap a cargo strap around the upper forks on the right side. Attach the cords to the side of the trailer. Repeat for the upper forks on the left side. Wrap a bungee strap around the front wheel. Attach the ends of the bungee to the same D-rings to which the lower forks are tethered to provide additional control of backward motion.
You never have to guess when it comes to giving gifts to Harley Davidson enthusiasts. There are a variety of great options for women who love Harley Davidson. The greatest gift is the iconic motorcycle, of course. If that is out of the budget or she has already has the bike, there are a few other options for the lady in your life who loves the Harley Davidson legacy. Does this Spark an idea?
Kitchen
Coffee mug, drinking glasses and kitchen towels are great ways for a lady to decorate the kitchen. These items may feature flames or pictures of classic Harley Davidson motorcycles. You may also choose to give framed pictures as a gift. These can be hung on the wall to accent the towels and provide more character to the kitchen.
Accessories
Personal accessories are a safe gift option for women--no matter their passion. Winter hats and scarves are always in style and appreciated. You may also find a smaller-sized ball cap featuring Harley Davidson images. Many motorcycle enthusiasts wear leather gloves while riding. Also, in states that do not require helmets, sunglasses are popular. These are two great gift ideas for women. Of course, don't forget the leather boots.
Clothes
Clothes are constantly popular for women and leather goes without saying when it comes to any motorcycle rider. A Harley Davidson-loving woman will need the brand name leather jacket and leather pants. Also popular among women are Harley Davidson tank tops and tee shirts featuring the classic flames and motorcycle.
Replacing the fluids in your 2001 Sportster's motor and transmission is a important step in maintaining your motorcycle. Unlike the other models in the Harley-Davidson lineup, which use three separate fluids, the Sportster's Evolution motor utilizes only two fluids. Draining and replenishing these fluids is a simple task, however, warming up the motor before beginning can speed up the process. Allow yourself at least one hour to complete the task properly. With practice, you'll find yourself finishing much sooner.
Instructions
1. Turn the motorcycle's ignition on and start the motor. Let the motor idle for two to three minutes to warm the oil in the oil tank and transmission. Stop the motor and turn off the ignition switch. Place the motorcycle on a stand to hold it in a vertical position.
2. Remove the oil tank's filler cap from the right side of the oil tank. Locate the oil tank's drain hose on the left side of the frame at rear of the motor. The drain hose is secured to the frame by a worm-type hose clamp. Loosen the clamp with a flat screwdriver and pull the drain hose off the frame. Drain the contents of the oil tank into a drain pan. Wipe the tip of the drain hose with a shop towel and reattach the drain hose to the frame. Tighten the hose clamp with a flat screwdriver.
3. Slip a strap wrench over the oil filter on the front of the motor and turn it counterclockwise to loosen the filter. Completely unscrew the oil filter from the motor and discard it. Fill the new oil filter with oil and spread a thin layer of oil over its gasket before screwing the filter onto the motor. Tighten the oil filter an additional quarter of a turn after it is seated against the motor.
4. Place a funnel into the oil tank's filler neck. Pour fresh motor oil into the oil tank, filling it with up to three quarts of oil. Remove the funnel and wipe up any spills with a clean shop towel. Replace the filler cap to seal the oil tank.
5. Move the drain pan below the primary assembly on the left side of the motor. Remove the drain-plug bolt on the bottom of the outer primary cover with a socket wrench and allow the fluid to drain into your drain pan. Wipe the tip of the drain-plug bolt with a shop towel before reinserting it into the outer primary cover. Tighten the drain-plug bolt with a socket wrench.
6. Open the outer primary cover by removing the round derby cover, using a Torx-27 driver to unscrew the six mounting bolts along the derby cover. Pull the derby cover away from the outer primary cover to reveal the clutch assembly. Use a funnel to pour fresh primary fluid into the primary cover, filling until the fluid is level with the lower edge of the diaphragm spring on the bottom of the clutch assembly. Remove the funnel and wipe up any spills with a clean shop towel. Mount the derby cover onto the outer primary cover and tighten the mounting bolts with a Torx-27 driver.
Most full face motorcyle helmets are equipped with removable face shields.
The full face Harley Davidson helmet is equipped with a flip-up face shield. The face shield can be removed easily and without tools. Many riders remove the face shield so it can be cleaned or to add tint, while some riders may remove the face shield to allow increased air flow through the helmet. It is not recommended that riders permanently remove the face shield, as it provides protection from debris during normal riding or during an accident.
Instructions
1. Place the helmet on a flat surface. With the helmet facing you, open it to its fully open position.
2. Locate the locking arms. On most helmet models, the locking arms are located on the face shield's base plates.
3. Pull the locking arms towards the front of the helmet. The face shield will pop out sightly from the helmet.
4. Hold the face shield above the base plates. Pull the ends of the face shield out of the locking mechanism. Do this one side at a time.
5. Remove the face shield from the helmet by pulling it straight off.
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Whether you're looking to increase space on your desktop for more icons or enlarge icons so they're easier to see, the Macintosh computer gives you the ability to change the size of icons on the desktop, regardless of screen resolution.
Instructions
The Desktop
1. Quit or minimize any software applications that are currently running on your machine, and close all open windows as well.
2. Select and click on the "View" option from the menu bar along the top of the screen. The word "View" will highlight, and a menu will drop down.
3. Move the mouse to "View Options." Click once. The "View Options" item is the last item in the "View" list. A new window will open that reads "Desktop" across the top.
4. Use the slider under the words "Icon Size" to change the size of the icons on the desktop. As you move the slider, the icons will change size so it's possible to visually select the size that works best. When the icons are the right size, close the window.
All Other Folders
5. Double-click on the hard drive icon on the desktop. This will open a window so the icon size can be changed in the windows of the Macintosh.
6. Choose the "View" option from the top of the screen again. The menu will drop down again.
7. Move the mouse down to "View Options." Click once. A window will open with the name of active folder at the top. If the hard drive is open and is named "Macintosh Hard Disk," that is the name that will appear along the top of the window.
8. Click the button next to "This window only" or "All windows," depending on what the desired result is. If all icons in every folder need to be changed, select "All windows." If only the icons in the active folder need to be changed, select "This window only."
9. Use the slider to select the size of the icons. The icons will change size as the slider is moved so that the correct size can be selected visually. Close the "View Options" window when you are done.
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Heritage Softails come equipped from the factory with a light bar. Well known aftermarket vendors like Kuryakyn and Harley-Davidson sell bolt-on auxiliary lighting for Softails. The extent to which extra lights brighten the road is open to debate. Many jurisdictions mandate that the extra light be turned off when the headlight is switched to high beam. But it is undeniable that the extra lights make the motorcycle brighter and make it, and the rider, easier to spot.
Instructions
EFI Fuel Tank Removal
1. Ride the motorcycle until the gas tank is almost empty.
2. Pull off the electrical caddy cover, on the right side of the motorcycle, with your hands. Pull the fuel pump fuse out of the fuse array with a fuse puller.
3. Run the engine until it dies. Push the starter button for another three or four seconds.
4. Pull both ends of the quick connect fitting under the gas tank in opposite directions until the two halves of the fitting come apart.
5. Loosen the screw that holds the rear fender and the seat together with a Phillips head screwdriver. Lift off the seat.
6. Loosen the black battery cable with a combination wrench. Pull the cable from the negative terminal.
7. Loosen and remove the nut in the middle of the instrument panel with an Allen socket and socket wrench. Pull the instrument panel up and pull the male and female halves of the fuel pump module connector apart.
8. Plug the end of a short length of 5/16 inch diameter, rubber hose with a bolt of the same size. Secure the bolt in the hose with a hose clamp and a screwdriver.
9. Place a 5 gallon gas can next to the motorcycle. Sever the clamp on either end of the crossover fuel line with metal shears.
10. Pull the loose end of the crossover line off the tank fitting and immediately replace it the open end of the 5/16 inch hose. Drain the crossover line into the 5 gallon can.
11. Clean up spillage with rags and remove the rags from the work location. Set the can aside.
12. Unplug the crossover and vent lines from the bottom of the tank. Unbolt both the front and rear mounting bolts, washers and nuts with a combination wrench. Unplug the male and female halves of the fuel gauge wiring plug.
13. Pull the tank off the motorcycle with your hands.
Auxiliary Lighting Installation
14. Attach the right and left light bar mounting clamps in the accessory lighting kit to the two fork tubes using the Allen screws in the kit and an Allen socket. Tighten both screws to 75 inch pounds of torque with the Allen socket and a torque wrench.
15. Thread the wires from the accessory lights through the holes in the mounting brackets and fasten the lights to the brackets with the washers, retainers and clamp blocks included with the kit. Tighten the retainers of 19 pounds with an open end socket and torque wrench.
16. Slip the inner nesting rings in the lighting kit onto the light bulbs in the kit. Lock the black wires to the black terminals next to the indexing tabs and the grey wires to the grey terminals.
17.Install the accessory light bulbs into the chrome trim rings using the screws included with the kit and a screwdriver. Thread the light wires through the chrome tubes in the kit.
18. Place the accessory lights wiring harness in the shallow pan that holds the seat. Stretch the longest wires along the backbone of the frame to the steering head.
19. Remove the hex nut from the ground wire stud with a combination wrench. Slide the ground wire ring from the accessory lighting wiring harness onto the stud and replace the nut.
20. Snap the white wiring harness connector into the "B" positive connector on the accessory lighting wire harness.
21. Tie the accessory harness to the main wiring harness with the cable ties included with the accessory lighting kit.
22. Stretch the longest wires in the auxiliary harness past the steering head. Route the light switch wires up the triple trees and across the left handlebar to the clutch lever cover.
23. Disassemble the chrome, switch mounting bracket with a Torx driver, install the light switch and reassemble the mounting bracket.
24. Remove the lower screw from the clutch lever housing with a Torx driver. Put the switch bracket tab over the hole and reinstall the screw. Tighten to 68 inch pounds using a torque wrench and Torx socket.
25. Push the light switch wiring harness into the handlebar wiring retainers. Remove the trim ring from the headlight with a Phillips head screwdriver.
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Unplug the connector block from the headlight prongs. Unwrap the waterproof boot from the rear of the headlight.
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Squeeze and remove the retaining clip from the headlamp assembly. Twist the clip away from the headlamp and remove the headlamp bulb.
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Push the end of the light switch wire through the rubber ring in the headlight housing. Splice the switch wire to the yellow headlight wire using the crimp connecter in the lighting kit and a pair of pliers.
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Replace the headlight bulb in the headlight housing.
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Slip heat shrinkable tubing from the kit over the white wire in the accessory wiring harness. Strip the insulation from the end 1/4 inch of the two auxiliary lights power wires with a wire stripper.
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Splice all three wires with the three-way tube connector in the kit using a crimping tool. Cover the connector with the heat shrink tube and heat with a heat gun until the tube shrinks around the splice.
Final Assembly
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Secure all loose wires with the clips included in the kit.
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Reattach the gas tank. Refuel the motorcycle.
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Reconnect the black battery cable. Replace the fuel pump fuse.
Informants are used by law enforcement agencies in drug-related investigations. Informants are essentially criminals involved in the illegal drug trade, and penalizing them while at the same time using them in investigations has proved to be a challenge. Drug laws used in the conviction of drug criminals are also applied with informants, though selectively. Due to provisions such as substantial assistance, safety valve and leniency, informants may have less severe convictions.
Federal and State Laws
Federal laws generally criminalize the possession of illegal substances such marijuana, methamphetamine, cocaine and heroin. Chemicals used in the manufacturing of these drugs are also illegal under federal laws. Different states have different laws regarding the possession of illegal substances. Informants and those in possession are convicted on the basis of the type of drug, the amount and the state the offender is in. A person, including an informant, who is found to posses large quantities of illegal drugs is charged with intention to distribute.
Substantial Assistance
Informant law allows for "substantial assistance," according to section 5K1.1 of the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines. Under these guidelines, a judge can issue an informant a lower sentence than he initially qualified for. Substantial assistance means that the informant helps the prosecutor (government) to investigate and convict another drug offender. Substantial assistance can promote leniency, even though the informant himself is involved in the criminal offense of possessing illegal substances.
Safety Valve
In the safety valve provision, a court is required by law to disregard the mandatory minimum sentence. The informant is relieved from the actual minimum sentence and serves only a fraction of this sentence. This is especially applicable for offenders who are first-time offenders, were non-violent, and gave truthful information to the government concerning a drug case.
Mandatory Minimum Sentence
The mandatory minimum sentence may also be issued to an informant if the court determines that the informant qualifies. This is mostly determined by the amount of drugs the informant was found to be in possession of. Falsification of information could also lead to a mandatory minimum sentence. Most informants, however, are excluded from the mandatory minimum sentence if they provide truthful, substantial assistance. The Major Drug Trafficking Prosecution Act of 2009 was introduced in Congress to remove mandatory minimum sentences for low-level drug offenders. It would also limit the involvement of the federal government in low-level drug cases.
The Hewlett Packard 10B (HP 10Bll) is a professional financial calculator that includes Algebraic Entry System Logic for enter data formed in algebraic notation. Other financial features include variable compounding, time value of money (TVM), cash flow analysis and net present value (NPV). When you first use your HP 10Bll calculator you can set up the display function, annual compounding and how many decimals you want to be displayed at a time.
Instructions
1. Turn your calculator on.
2. Adjust the display screen contrast to meet your preference by holding down the "On" button and pressing the "+" or "-" buttons.
3. Press the "1" button and then press the "Shift" button. Press the "PMT" button.
4. Press the "Shift" button and then press the "C" button. You should see "1 p_yr" appear on your screen.
5. Change the number of decimal numbers that can be displayed by pressing the "Shift" button and then the "=" button. Enter a number higher than two for the number of decimals you want displayed.
Motorcycle maintenance programs can be found in a number of schools around the country. Certificate, associate's and diploma programs are all available; an associate's degree is considered the highest qualification of the three, followed by diploma. A degree in motorcycle maintenance can help you obtain a position in a garage specializing in bikes, pit crews, parts sales, assembly--and for higher degrees--management.
WyoTech
WyoTech's Motorcycle Technology program prepares students for a career as a technician, sales or parts representative or assembly technician. It also allows students to specialize in Asian, European or Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Campuses are located in Blairsville, Pennsylvania, Daytona, Florida, Fremont, California, Laramie, Wyoming, Long Beach, California and Sacramento, California.
Universal Technical Institute
Universal Technical Institute offers a two-pronged approach to its Motorcycle Technology Training program. Students are first taught core knowledge applicable to a variety of domestic and foreign motorcycles, after which they enroll in at least one manufacturer elective program. Manufacturer electives are available for BMW, Harley-Davidson, Suzuki, Kawaski, Honda and Yamaha bikes. The Motorcycle Technology Training program is located at campuses in Phoenix, Arizona and Orlando, Florida.
Penn Foster
Penn Foster Career School offers a Motorcycle Repair Technician certificate through self-paced lessons at home. This program also covers basic maintenance for ATVs and snowmobiles.
Ashworth College
Ashworth offers an online Motorcycle Mechanic Course in 18 lessons. It prepares you for a number of careers including line technician, assembler, racing pit crew and service and parts manager.
Lincoln Technical Institute
Lincoln Technical Institute's Motorcycle Technology program is available at their East Windsor, Connecticut campus. The program encompasses foreign and domestic bikes covering diagnostics, maintenance and repair.
YTI
YTI has a Motorsports Technology diploma program focusing on both bikes and ATVs that takes nine months to complete. The program is held at a large facility in York, Pennsylvania.
Fort Scott Community College
Fort Scott Community College is partnered with Harley-Davidson Motorcycles for their associate's degree program of Applied Science in Motorcycle Service Technology. The program focuses on Harley-Davidson motorcycles and offers training in Talon ES, Digital Technician II and PHD online.
Iowa Lakes Community College
Iowa Lakes Community College offers both a diploma and associate's degree in Applied Science in Motorcycle and Small Engine Technology. The program covers foreign and domestic motorcycles, ATVs, snowmobiles, personal watercraft and other small engines. The associate's program combines business management and entrepreneur lessons along with the motorcycle instruction. The campus is located in Emmetsburg, Iowa.
MTTI
MTTI has a seven month Motorcycle and Power Equipment Technician program that focuses on Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha, Kawasaki and Briggs & Stratton brands. The program also covers snowmobiles, chain saws, personal watercraft, ATVs, mopeds, lawn mowers, generators and dirt bikes. The campus is in Seekonk, Massachusetts.
North Georgia Technical College
The Motorcycle Service Technology diploma program at North Georgia Technical college focuses on mechanical theory and experience. The program is located at the Clarkesville, Georgia campus.
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Finance a fence for your home and increase the value of your property.
Installing a fence on your property is an investment in the value of your home. The wide variety of fencing available makes this an opportunity to beautify your home, enhance your security and privacy, keep trespassers out and keep pets and young children in. If your credit score is high enough, you can finance your fence installation through a traditional lending institution. If you have poor credit, other options may be available to you. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Check your credit report. The country's three consumer reporting companies all offer a free credit report online once a year. Once you know how your credit looks, you'll have a better idea approach lenders.
2. Make a list of the lending options available to you. Depending on the price of the fence you want, these could include a home equity loan, a personal loan, a line of credit, installment finance or credit card finance.
3. Contact your mortgage company for a quote on a home equity loan. This type of loan is secured credit that will require you to put up the equity in your home as collateral. The equity, or difference between the market value of the home and the amount you owe on it, will need to be greater than the amount of the loan.
4. Approach your bank for a personal loan or line of credit. Find out whether the loan would be enough to cover the cost of the fence, and what the repayment terms and the interest rate would be.
5. Obtain a quote from the fence company you have selected to install the fence. Many companies offer in-house financing at competitive rates to get the business. Also, some home-improvement warehouse chains offer fence installation as well as their own financing arrangements, which may include a fixed period of interest-free financing.
6. Calculate the rate of interest that you would pay if you used a credit card to finance the installation, and compare it to the repayment terms offered by the other finance options.
7. Choose the finance option that offers you the most convenient payment terms and the best value for money. Secured financing such as a home equity loan may attract a lower interest rate because of the reduced risk to the lender, but using your home as collateral is a risk.
8. Select your preferred form of financing, and ask the lender for a copy of the standard agreement. Run it past your legal counsel to make sure that the terms and conditions are acceptable and that you understand the implications of paying it off early, or of defaulting on the payments.
9. Contact your fence installer and proceed with the new fence project.
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With the arrival of Apple's iPhone 2.0 software and the App Store, the iPhone is more resembling a mini computer than a phone-and with that increased functionality also comes some of same problems that haunt real desktop and laptop computers. This how-to addresses one of the worst of these problems: crashes. There are a few different kinds of crashes that can happen on an iPhone-and we will address each one in turn.
Instructions
1. CRASH TYPE ONE
You attempt to open an app and as the application is trying to open it immediately closes and returns to the home screen. This behavior might baffle some users of "that other operating system" because when an application crashes it takes the whole computer with it. But Mac, Linux and Unix users know exactly what just happened; the application crashed but the operating system did not. (What a novel concept.)
2. CRASH TYPE ONE SOLUTION
Fortunately for iPhone users the solution to this is the easiest and actually takes a page from "that other operating system's" playbook. Just restart the phone. To do that hold down the Sleep/Awake button (the one at the very top next to the SIM card slot) until a red arrow appears and says, "Slide To Power Off." Slide the red arrow with your finger and the iPhone completely shuts off.
To turn it back on just hold down the Sleep/Awake button again until the Apple logo appears. Once the iPhone has completely restarted you should now be able to run the previously crashing App without any trouble.
3. CRASH TYPE TWO
The opposite of the previous incident we spoke about would be when an iPhone application freezes while still open. Touching the iPhone does nothing and pressing the Home button (the one at the bottom for your thumb) does nothing. In this case, essentially the application itself has crashed. If this happened when we were on a real Mac in OSX, we would just do a "Force Quit" right? The "Force Quit" would kill the application but leave the Operating System unscathed. Well, fortunately, the iPhone is a real Mac and the iPhone Operating System is really OSX, so we can do a Force Quit here too.
4. CRASH TYPE TWO SOLUTION
Hold down the Home button for about six seconds until it returns you to the Home Screen. By doing this you "Force Quit" the application that locked up. If you're still having trouble with your apps after that, restart the phone as described in the solution for Crash Type One (Step 2).
5. CRASH TYPE THREE
Here's what to do when the mother of all crashes occurs to your iPhone. The Sleep/Awake button does nothing; the Home button does nothing and the Holy Water you sprinkled on it to exorcise the demons from it didn't help either.
6. CRASH TYPE THREE SOLUTION
The secret to recovering from this kind of crash is to hold down both the Sleep/Awake and Home buttons at the same time. This is the equivalent of holding down the Power button on a PC or even just pulling the power cord of a PC clean out of the wall. The iPhone will go straight into a restart and you will see the Apple logo come up. No red arrows this time. Congratulations, you have just exorcised the demons from your iPhone!
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Hobe Sound, Florida is a natural paradise with access to the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway. Jonathan Dickenson State Park offers the chance to view native wildlife and rent boats. The downtown area offers an array of shopping in local boutiques, galleries and shops. After exploring the town, you may wish to relax with a drink. The bar scene near Hobe Sound is mainly dominated by sports bars and pubs with many choices in the neighboring cities of Stuart and Jupiter.
Charlie's Neighborhood Bar & Grill
Charlie's Neighborhood Bar & Grill lives up to its name by offering a gathering place for friends in a laid-back, fun atmosphere. Play games such as pool, darts, cherry machines, trivia and a variety of arcade and touch screen games. Each evening, a different event is hosted including karaoke, live music and dart leagues. Happy hour is held Monday through Friday. You can count on your favorite drinks, as a full bar is available. If you're hungry after a day of exploring, the menu includes a variety of burgers, sandwiches and hot entrees.
Charlie's Neighborhood Bar & Grill
4695-5247 S. Kanner Hwy
Stuart, FL 34997
772-288-4326
Charlieson76.com
Square Grouper Tiki Bar
Anyone who's seen the music video for the Alan Jackson song, "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere" is sure to recognize Square Grouper Tiki Bar. This relaxed beach-side bar is on the shores of the Jupiter Inlet with an interior that includes thatched-roof huts. Visiting this bar is a perfect way to sample local music, as bands perform six nights per week. The bar also hosts several fishing tournaments and fundraising benefits throughout the year. A large selection of rums, vodkas, tequilas and beers are offered. Limited food offerings include a hot dog, hamburger, chicken wings and pork BBQ sandwich.
Square Grouper Tiki Bar
1111 Love St.
Jupiter, FL 33477-3309
561-575-0252
squaregrouper.net
Average Joe's Pub
For those looking for a raucous atmosphere consider Average Joe's Pub, especially on nights it hosts live music. Activities are hosted every evening such as ping pong, Texas Hold'em tournaments, karaoke and trivia. If you have musical talent, consider joining in on the open jam sessions. With a full bar, a wide range of beer is on tap, with many more in bottles. A variety of appetizers are offered including fries, chips and salsa, cheese sticks, potato skins and chicken wings.
Average Joe's Pub
711 West Indiantown Road
Jupiter, FL 33458-7575
561-747-0032
Averagejoespubjupiter.com
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A computer that won't start can be both alarming and infuriating, especially if you're on a deadline or you haven't been backing up all your data (like we all tend to do). Don't panic, though-this problem often has a simple solution.
Instructions
1. If your desktop computer does nothing at all when you try to start it, first check that the power cable is securely plugged in at the back of the computer as well as into a working power outlet. It's amazing how often this is the case.
2. If you're starting from a button on the keyboard, make sure the keyboard is connected to the computer.
3. If the computer is plugged into a surge protector, see if the surge protector has a reset switch that you can push. (If it doesn't have a reset switch and the problem is with the surge protector, it will need to be replaced.) Try plugging a lamp or other device into one of the surge protector's outlets to make sure it's working.
4. If you can hear the computer's fan or hard-disk drive, or if you can see indicator lights on the main unit but the monitor stays dark, make sure that the monitor is connected to a working power source, that it's turned on and that it's securely connected to the computer via the video cable.
5. If the monitor and computer have power but the computer displays a "Non-system disk or disk error" message, check to make sure you didn't leave a disk in the A: drive. If you did, eject it and restart the computer.
6. If the operating system still won't start even though the computer and monitor have power, try restarting with a Windows CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive or, if you've got a Macintosh, with a Mac OS disc in the CD-ROM drive. (You can start a Mac from the CDROM drive by holding down the C key while starting up.)
7. If the operating system then starts, your problem is probably with the startup hard drive or with the operating system installed on it. If you can't fix the drive, you'll have to replace it. (See also Fix Bad Sectors on a Hard Disk and Recover Lost Files.)
Honda. Very few people in modern society are unfamiliar with the name. Today, Honda has given society everything from cars, trucks, generators and motorcycles. But of all these, it is the motorcycle that built the framework for Honda's success and propelled the small Japanese manufacturer into a global phenomenon.
History
The Honda Motor Company, founded in 1948 by mechanic and inventor, Soichiro Honda, was envisioned to create economical and reliable transportation as Japan was recovering from the aftermath of World War II. Inspired by a generator engine in the possession of a friend, Honda's motorcycles consisted mostly of 2-stroke motorized bicycles. But, in 1949, Honda produced its first true motorcycle, the "Dream D-Type" powered by a three-horsepower, 98cc motor. Mr. Honda sought to break out of the Japanese market and, on June 11, 1959, established the "American Honda Motor Company" in Los Angeles, California. American Honda began selling some of its most memorable motorcycles, the Dream and the Super Cub, by September of 1959.
You Meet the Nicest People on a Honda
American Honda imported several of its models from Japan to the U.S. amidst fierce competition from Harley-Davidson, Triumph and BSA. But, by the end of 1959, American Honda was on the brink of bankruptcy. Total sales were close to 1700 units across its 15 dealers nationwide. Interestingly enough, Honda had become the world's most successful motorcycle manufacturer in the same year, selling over 500,000 models worldwide. American Honda had to make a change in the way it did things. And, in 1962, Honda revolutionized the way people looked at motorcyclists when it launched one of the most famous advertising campaigns ever.
A far cry from the era's rebellious motorcycle riding hooligan stereotype. "You meet the nicest people on a Honda" ads saturated the market, depicting business men and smiling girls riding around on their pleasant, non-threatening motorcycles. The American Honda storefront furthered this image, by being neat and welcoming, its employees were clean-cut and offered the highest level of service.
The First Bikes
Honda's first motorcycles sold in the U.S. were the C100 Super Cub and the C77 Dream 305. Produced in 1958, the Super Cub was a 49cc 4-stroke motorbike and is considered the best-selling motorcycle model ever, with more than 60 million units sold worldwide. The step-through pressed steel frame allowed for easy mounting and dismounting, as well as being suitable for women to ride in more moderate times.
The Dream 305 succeeded the Super Cub, featuring a 305cc twin cylinder and a host of accessories designed to showcase the versatility of the model. Windshields, luggage racks and saddlebags, as well as a top speed near 100 mph, allowed the Dream to be used as a touring motorcycle if desired.
The Dream was produced until 1969, being replaced by larger, more capable models. Honda continues to produce the Super Cub today, primarily for the Asian Market.
The CB750
As Honda's popularity grew worldwide, the need for larger, more advanced models grew as well. Honda replaced its original fleet with the CB series, but turned the motorcycling world on its ear when it unveiled the CB750 in 1969. Featuring a 749cc air-cooled inline-four-cylinder motor, the 750 was specifically directed at the U.S. market after Honda met with U.S. dealers and saw the opportunity for a larger bike. Hailed as "the most sophisticated production bike ever" by "Cycle Magazine" and ranking third as one of the top 10 greatest motorbikes of all time by the Discovery Channel, the CB750 also coined the term "super bike."
Honda and Racing
Since its inception, Honda has always been ingrained with the racing spirit. In 1959, Mr. Honda commission a team of four 125cc race bikes, under the management of Kiyoshi Kawashima, to the Isle of Man TT. The Honda Team, the first Japanese entry into the World GP, claimed the 6th, 7th, 8th and 11th place in the 125cc lightweight class and the Manufacturers' Team Award. Bolstered by their success in their maiden run against stacked odds, Honda competed in the full series the following year.
Honda brought home several victories, with Tom Phillis taking first place at the 1961 Spanish Grand Prix and Mike Hailwood's Isle of Man TT victory in 1962. By 1967, Honda claimed the World Championship title in each class (50, 125, 250, 350 and 500cc).
Since then, several champions have ridden Honda's to the podium, from Freddie Spencer and Mick Doohan, to Valentino Rossi. Honda's pursuit of excellence reaches from the MotoGP track to the privateer racer.
Honda Today
Honda continues to produce a broad array of motorcycles, filling the needs of the off-road rider, the hard-edged sport biker and the cruiser segment. Honda's race-derived technological innovations, such as the Unit-Pro Link suspension, are evident on street-going production bikes and offer a level of refinement and precision that has built Honda's reputation. It's no wonder that Honda has become a household name.
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The Japanese automaker Honda Motor Company took its biggest step since the company's 1948 founding to begin exporting its motorcycle lineup to the United States in 1959. The modestly priced small bikes created a new niche in the motorcycle market once reserved for big touring bikes. By 1963, Honda launched its first three automobile models in Japan, although sales in North America didn't begin until the Civic debuted in 1973.
Background
Honda originated as the Honda Technical Research Institution founded by Soichiro Honda 13 months after the end of World War II in the Pacific Theater. Honda developed two-cycle motorbike engines. By November 1947, Honda produced its first motorcycle, the Honda A-Type, and put it on sale. The following year Honda formed the company. The A-Type was an unremarkable, lightweight bike with a teardrop cast-aluminum fuel tank and two-cycle engine fitted to what was essentially a bicycle. The much heartier four-stroke engine for the E-Type appeared in 1951, followed by the F-Type in 1952. Honda used a direct mail campaign to Japan's 50,000 bike dealerships to develop sales outlets for the F-Type. With more than 5,000 responses, Honda established a wide distributorship.
New Market
The success of Honda motorcycles in Japan encouraged the motorcycle maker to set its sights on the United States. Honda considered Southeast Asia and the U.S. as its two options to expand operations. Southeast Asia had a ready-made market since motorcycles were the common mode of transportation. On the surface, the U.S. was less appealing because Americans used motorcycles for recreational purposes and not for work. There appeared to be little market for a 50 cc-engined motorcycle. Honda also recognized that big motorcycles, such as Harley-Davidson, ruled the motorcycle market. However, bikers of the era had a poor reputation due to the influence of outlaw motorcycle groups. Honda chose the U.S. for precisely these reasons. The manufacturer wanted to create a new niche.
U.S. Sales
Establishing its U.S. headquarters in Los Angeles in 1959, Honda sold the 250 cc and 350 cc Dream, 125 cc Benly and the Honda 50 motorcycles. In 1959 and 1960, Honda had sold 1,000 units, which wasn't a bad start in a country that had an annual sales rate of about 50,000 motorcycles. In 1962, Honda U.S. sales skyrocketed to 40,000. Honda contracted Grey Advertising for a media blitz. Grey's campaign slogan was "You Meet the Nicest People on a Honda." It targeted the teen and young-adult demographic. It presented an image of clean, wholesome fun and countered the negative stereotypes associated with the big motorcycles. In 1966, Honda's first off-road bike, the 90 cc Hunter Club, arrived as an answer to owners modifying their Honda 50s for mountain riding.
Automobiles
In the late 1950s the motorcycle maker began its quest to build a compact, economical car first for domestic use and then for export. In 1962, it displayed a pair of two-seat sports cars, the Honda Sport series S350 and S500, and the T360 subcompact truck. Honda followed with an intense program to establish a JDM sales and distribution network, used cars operations and customer financial services. North American sales didn't take off until the 1973 introduction of the Civic.
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A Hitachi USB external hard drive is a device that acts as portable, removable storage for your personal computer. If you need additional space to house files on your computer but don't want to go to the trouble of installing an internal drive inside the case, a USB external hard drive is your best option. These drives are "plug and play" devices, which means that very little can actually go wrong. If you're having problems, fixing them shouldn't take more than a minute or two.
Instructions
1. Check your connections. A USB cable needs to be connecting your Hitachi external hard drive to your computer. Your external hard drive's power cable also needs to be plugged into a functional wall outlet, surge protector, extension cord or power strip.
2. Make sure your Hitachi USB external hard drive is turned to "On." An "On/Off" button is present on the front of the unit. If the indicator light around said button is not illuminated, the drive is "Off" and your computer won't be able to recognize it. Press it to turn it on and then try to access your drive again.
3. Format your hard drive. If your Hitachi USB external hard drive doesn't currently have a file system on it, you won't be able to use it to store data. Open up the "Computer" icon in the "Start" menu. Right-click on your USB external hard drive's icon and click "Format." Click "Start." This will install a file system on your Hitachi USB external hard drive. After this process is finished, you will now be able to use your drive.
4. Restart your computer. Certain models of computers (especially older models) won't recognize new hardware unless your computer boots with the hardware already connected. Leave your USB drive plugged in and restart your computer. Once you do this, your Hitachi USB external hard drive should appear as normal in the "Computer" folder with all of your other drives.
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When you're looking to buy or sell a used Harley Davidson motorcycle, you'll want to know appraise the vehicle. Knowing appraise a used Harley helps you attract more buyers as a seller and know whether you're getting a good value for the bike as a buyer.
Instructions
1. Get a base price on the used Harley Davidson motorcycle. Use this as the starting point for the average sale price of the same model. Get price guides on used Harley Davidson motorcycles through NADA Guides (see Resources below).
2. Adjust the price based on the condition of the motorcycle. Look for rust, dents and general wear and tear. If the used Harley has not been maintained well, you're going to take money off the base price.
3. Look at the mileage of the used Harley. If the bike has low miles, you'll add more to the price.
4. Consider the upgrades made to the used Harley Davidson. Motorcycle owners typically add upgrades to their motorcycles. New pipes, seats, paint and engine upgrades increase the value of the motorcycle. Look at the cost of buying and installing these features to figure into the appraised value.
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DISH Network acquired Blockbuster in 2011 and offers access to movie rentals.
Interchanging equipment between competitive companies is never a good idea. While the early satellite dishes offered by each company were similar, the low noise blocker, or LNB, that picks up the signal bounced off the small dish from the satellite is not the same. The LNB decodes the satellite signal in a frequency specific to each company. With the advent of high-definition television, the dishes no longer look the same and are no longer interchangeable.
DirecTV and DISH Network
The two companies began offering services to customers in 1994 and 1996 respectively. Using small 18-inch dishes originally designed for military use, early satellite dishes of both DirecTV and DISH Network were interchangeable, but LNBs and receivers were not. Since that time, both companies have changed the shapes of their dishes, making them accessible for use with only the intended subscriber services. You can no longer substitute a DISH Network satellite dish to receive a DirecTV satellite signal -- and vice versa. Most of the early satellite dishes and equipment offered by both companies require upgrading to match current technology.
Low Noise Blocker
The LNB, the element that sits on the arm extended in front of the dish and covered by a plastic cup, operates on different frequencies for each company. In some cases, more than one LNB may be required for the subscribed services. Each low noise blocker takes the signal bounced by the satellite dish and further decodes it in and transmits it through coaxial cable to the box receiver to provide the satellite television services. With the advent of high-definition programming available from either satellite company, the subscriber must have appropriately upgraded equipment. Both services use two and sometimes three satellites in geostationary orbit with the Earth to send the signal to your home.
Receivers
Each company has its own satellites in space to send the subscribed television services to its customers. While the signal may occur in the same frequency, each company's equipment decodes the encrypted signals for use in the home. These receivers contain a special card encoded with an electronic chip that identifies the subscriber's account and the services to which he subscribes. The Smart or Access Card -- the name depends on the company offering it -- stores personal information only accessible by the appropriate equipment. Like current equipment, these cards are not interchangeable between the two companies.
High-Definition Services
DirecTV dishes installed prior to October of 2005 cannot receive high-definition signals. DISH Network began offering HD television in the spring of 2005, requiring upgraded equipment for subscribers to receive the higher definition signals. Both companies also offer 3-D HDTV services with the appropriate equipment. With the evolution of fiber optic television services, both companies now face competition from Verizon's FIOS, AT&T's U-Verse and Comcast's XFinity TV offerings.
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Customizing your Harley Rocker has many options from performance to the looks of the bike itself.
Whether you've always been a motorcycle rider or you're interested in purchasing and customizing a new Harley Rocker, there are many options available for personalizing it. Before purchasing, you can customize a Harley Rocker with many features and upgrades. You can always add options after your purchase.
Instructions
1. Plan and prepare ahead before customizing your Harley Rocker. Determine a budget for yourself before purchasing additional personalized parts to help you stay on a budget.
2. Make a list of your desired customization options, along with their prices. This list will be help determine which items are most important, which will help you stay on budget. Some customizable options include the brake system, seats, paint and design, performance system, exhaust system and even the Rocker's wheels and tires.
3. Shop around for pricing on your custom Harley Davidson Rocker accessories and additional parts. Use your phonebook to research motorcycle and custom part shops in your local area. You also can use a specialized Harley Rocker customized parts website to find more products and items (see References below).
4. Locate a local motorcycle customization company to complete the customization job after the parts are ordered. Some motorcycle customization shops also may allow you to ship your bike to complete personalization. Compare different companies for pricing before making a commitment
5. Order your parts online at reputable Harley Rocker site or place an order from a local motorcycle customization shop (see References). Deliver your bike to the shop to have the upgrades, accessories and additional parts added to bike.
Satellite decoders, also called receivers, descramblers or converter boxes, are devices used by satellite TV providers to convert satellite signals, making them watchable on your TV. Just as with other electronic devices, satellite receivers can sometimes experience technical problems, such as missing channels, picture or audio degradation or a failure to power on altogether. Take a few moments to troubleshoot these issues on your own to save time over waiting for your provider's technical support department to help you.
Instructions
1. Reset the receiver by unplugging its power cord for 30 seconds and plugging it back in. Allow the receiver to complete its boot cycle, and try it again. This simple reset is the first thing any tech support rep will have you do, as it resolves almost any issue you may be having with the receiver.
2. Secure the coaxial connection between the wall outlet and the input on the back of the satellite receiver. Since this carries the signal from the satellite dish, verifying that the coaxial connection has not come loose is an essential step for troubleshooting a variety of problems, including missing channels, picture and audio distortion, flashing channels, pixelization or static.
3. Plug the receiver's AC power cable into a different electrical source, such as an alternate outlet or surge protector. Use this troubleshooting step if the receiver intermittently loses power and turns off on its own or if the receiver does not power on at all.
Today's Shelby Mustang GT500KR and the Corvette Z06 attract a specific demographic. These are no longer young men's cars, but are rather for the middle-aged male recapturing his lost or, perhaps, misspent youth with the performance coupe of his dreams. It also matters that probably only Dad can afford these cars, not the kids. The GT500KR and the Z06 can fit those dreams as long as the pocketbook is willing.
GT500KR Specifications
The GT500KR, the KR standing for "King of the Road", is a rear-wheel-drive coupe powered by a V-8 engine sitting on a 107.1-inch wheelbase. The 2010 model is 188.1 inches long, 55.6 inches tall and 73.9 inches wide. The GT500KR weighs 4,000 pounds.
Z06 Specifications
The rear-wheel-drive Z06 also is powered by a V-8 engine. It's placed on a 105.7-inch wheelbase, measures 175.6 inches long, 48.7 inches tall and 75.9 inches wide. Its curb weight is 3,175 pounds.
GT500KR Power
The GT500KR's 32-valve supercharged 5.4-liter V-8 generates 540 horsepower to wield 510 pound-feet of torque transmitted through a six-speed manual transmission. The GT500KR version possesses 40 more horsepower and 30 more pound-feet of torque than the standard GT500.
Z06 Power
The Z06's 7-liter V-8 offers up 505 hp and 470 pound-feet of torque through a TR6060 six-speed manual transmission, which replaced General Motor's T-56 transmission. The Z06 is not penalized with a gas-guzzler tax, while the GT500KR is.
GT500KR Performance
The Shelby GT500KR clocks between 3.9 and 4.3 seconds from 0-60 mph, with a quarter-mile timing of 11.9 at 120 mph. Top speed is electronically limited at 155 mph. Its obesity and tendency towards body flex on the curves detracts from its handling abilities.
Z06 Performance
The Z06 achieves 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds and the quarter-mile in 11.8 seconds, with an electronically limited top speed of 198 mph. Although it features less horsepower and torque than the GT500KR, the overall performance is not compromised.
Head-to-Head
The GT500KR is an instant collectible car by virtue its Carroll Shelby pedigree. It's also a brutish hellion on wheels and weighs a whopping 825 pounds more than the Z06. Both performance cars drip with masculine symbolism, but that's the point. Both perform exceptionally well in straightaway speeds and overall road handling, although the GT500KR is less refined. At the end of the day the Z06 is the more serious performance car. It keeps the weight off and it's gunning for high-performance automakers like Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG and the BMW M3. The GT500KR is more of a shouter on the road. The GT500KR sells new for about $80,000. The Z06 starting price is closer to $75,000.
Like any other piece of electronic equipment, the Playstation 3 (PS3) has many parts, some of which may fail during the life of the console. If you feel confident in your ability to replace the broken parts, you can save yourself money by fixing your Playstation 3 on your own. There are a few retailers that sell Playstation 3 parts and some of the internal components of the PS3 can be swapped out with parts from other electronic devices.
Instructions
1. Diagnose the problem. If you are attempting to repair your Playstation 3, be sure you are not spending money on the wrong parts. Spend some time researching and trying to isolate what part is not working. For instance, what may appear to be a disc drive problem could be a faulty connection or a bad flex cable.
2. Verify your PS3 model. The Playstation 3 has many different SKUs, including at least two drastically different models -- the original PS3 and the slim PS3. Many of the parts are interchangeable, but some will only work on the correct model.
3. Search for the required part. Once you diagnose the problem and know the model, do a simple web search for that part. You can also look on auction sites like eBay or on specialty retailer sites like PSXBoy.
4. Consider buying a broken Playstation 3. If you cannot find the individual part you need, you can possibly find the working part in a non-working PS3. Check eBay for as-is PS3 auctions. If the auction is not clear about what is broken on the PS3, contact the seller to get clarification. Don't buy a broken PS3 if you are not sure that the part you needs is working.
5. Look for replacement parts from otherelectronic devices. Some of the PS3 parts can be swapped out with generic electronic parts. One example is the PS3 hard drive. Most 2.5-inch SATA notebook hard drives are compatible with the Playstation 3. Be sure to back up your data onto an external storage device, such as a thumb drive, before you swap out hard drives.
6. Check for PS3 hardware modification parts. If your system works fine but you want to jazz it up, you can buy hardware modifications. Hardware mods can be new cases, fans or even neon lights.
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There are strict regulations on importing goods to New Zealand.
In 1996, New Zealand passed legislation which changed the laws relating to importing goods into the country.
Separate categorizations are attributed to different types of goods that are imported and this has an impact on the legality of those imports. For example, there is a difference between private and commercial importing of goods.
Furthermore, the 1996 Customs and Excise Act also listed items prohibited from being imported into New Zealand.
Private Importers
When importing goods for private use, you must first have your items cleared by New Zealand customs. To do this, you are required to provide customs with all necessary permits, evidence of your identity, shipping documentation and evidence of costs incurred.
The values of imported goods are established using the New Zealand customs' rate of currency exchange. Often there are charges incurred at around 12.5 percent of the value of the item(s) on importing goods.
Temporary Private Imports, Gifts and Heirlooms
Temporary imports are non-consumable items which will leave the country within 12 months. You must gain a special permit for these and often can be required to place a deposit against the item.
Gifts are free of customs' charges if they were purchased for less than NZ$110, but liable for charging if more expensive than that. Gifts must also be associated with a special occasion, such as a birthday or anniversary and must also have been unsolicited by the New Zealand resident.
In the case of heirlooms, importers must be able to prove that they are the legal recipient of the item. Customs charges will not be levied if the importer satisfies this criterion.
Commercial Importers
For commercial importing, there is a complex and detailed set of restrictions on movement of goods. The first step is to lodge a clearance with the New Zealand customs service including all relevant forms and details. This clearance can be sought online, but requires registration and is often only used by regular importers of goods into New Zealand.
Temporary imports work the same in commercial goods movement as in private, and is subject to the same restrictions.
Valuations are placed on imported goods based on the item's original purchase price. The valuation submitted by a commercial importer is subject to inspection by the customs service and values are worked out by customs' exchange rates in the same way as private imports.
Commerical Imports from Australia
There is a trade agreement in place between New Zealand and Australia relating to commercial importing and exporting. This occurred due to the close geographical proximity between the two nations and the strong relationship between them. This trade agreement means there are generous tariff exemptions when importing goods from Australia, making importing and exporting cheaper.
Prohibited Imports
There is an extensive list of items not allowed into New Zealand. Among these, many are also banned from import into many other countries around the world such as illegal drugs and related paraphernalia, firearms and other weapons, dangerous substances and chemicals (such as asbestos or radioactive material), particular knives and assorted other items.
For a full and comprehensive list, visit customs.govt.nz
Domestic Animal Imports
Importation of domesticated animals has its own set of specialized restrictions and is not only governed by the New Zealand customs service but also by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry/Biosecurity of New Zealand.
Customs require an extensive list of documentation relating to your ownership of the animal, details of your payment transaction for the animal, vaccination certificates and other related health documents.
Furthermore, you are also required to sign a declaration when importing dogs into the country under the Dog Control Act 1996.
Paint removal from a Harley-Davidson motorcycle is the most important part of a custom paint job. If you do not remove the old paint correctly, the new paint will not adhere to the surface, and may peel, chip or blister.
Instructions
1. Remove the pieces from the motorcycle that you want to paint using the ratchet set. Typically, the fenders, headlight housing, side covers, gas tank and the tail piece are the only parts of the motorcycle that require paint.
2. Place the pieces in a well-ventilated area, or outdoors, onto newspaper or a tarp. Always wear rubber gloves and protective eyewear when working with chemicals.
3. Brush the paint stripper onto the metal. Do not use a back-and-forth motion, which can hinder its effectiveness. Don't paint over seams in the metal; the stripper can accumulate there and damage future coats of paint.
4. Scrape away the paint and stripper. Rub some paint stripper neutralizer over the surface of the metal, or rinse the pieces with water to remove all traces of the chemical stripper.
5. Sand the seams and any remaining paint with automotive sandpaper on an orbital sander. Wear a dust mask to avoid inhaling paint dust. Continue to sand until all traces of paint are gone. Sand any hard-to-reach areas by hand with a sanding block.
If your HP Pavilion DV6000 laptop is having a hard time keeping up with your needs it may be time to upgrade the memory. Follow these simple steps to easily upgrade the memory yourself.
Instructions
1. Buy the correct memory needed to upgrade your HP Pavilion DV6000. You will need 200 pin SODIMM DDR2 667 PC2-5300 memory. The HP Pavilion DV6000 has 2 memory card slots. The maximum memory you will be able to install is 2 GB (1 GB per slot) according to HP, although some have reported installing 2 GB per slot. In this case a 32 bit version of windows (XP or Vista) will only recognize 3GB.
I played it safe with this upgrade, upgrading to 2 GB. The upgrade provided a nice boost in performance with video processing and other memory demanding applications, compared to 1 GB of memory.
2. Unplug the power cord from your HP Pavilion laptop. Remove the laptop battery from the back of the computer. This will eliminate the chance of power damage to your computer.
3. Ground yourself by touching a metal object or touch your screwdriver on the ground while touching part of the metal. Unscrew the two screws circled in the Step 3 photo. Using a small Phillips head screwdriver turn the screws counter-clockwise until they are completely loosened. The screws will not fall out.
4. Once the screws are loose, remove the back cover of the laptop memory panel.
5. There are two clips on each side of each memory card. Starting with the top memory slot, push the clips on each side outwards to release the card.
6. Rotate the card towards the battery compartment to release the memory card. Take the card out and put it aside. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for the second memory card.
7. Install the new memory starting with the last card slot you took out. Slide the memory card into the SODIMM slot and rotate down to click into the slide clamps. Repeat for the top card until both cards are installed.
8. Put the back cover on by tightening the two screws. Put the battery back in the laptop and install the power cord. When you turn on the laptop it will automatically recognize your new memory.
You can go to the control panel in windows, then system properties to check the amount of memory installed in your HP Pavilion DV6000 laptop.
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The primary drive found on a Harley-Davidson Twin Cam 88-equipped motorcycle transfers the rotational energy produced by the motor to the transmission. A special oil bath is held within the primary's housing, lubricating and cooling the primary belt and clutch assembly. Like the motor and transmission's oil supplies, the primary fluid must be checked periodically to maintain fluid levels, but also to check for contamination that could reveal bigger problems within the motorcycle. Checking the primary fluid is not difficult, but does require some disassembly of the primary cover. Expect to spend at least 15 minutes on the job.
Instructions
1. Use a motorcycle service lift to hold the motorcycle securely in an upright position. Place the motorcycle in neutral and start the motor to warm the primary's oil supply. Stop the motor after three minutes.
2. Use a Torx-27 screwdriver to unscrew the primary's clutch inspection cover, the large round cover on the rear of the outer primary cover. Pull the clutch inspection cover and its gasket away from the primary cover.
3. Use a flashlight to look into the primary cover through the clutch inspection port. Take note of the primary fluid level in relation to the clutch assembly held within the primary. Ideally, the primary fluid level should be just below the diaphragm springs on the bottom of the clutch assembly.
4. Pour fresh Harley-Davidson primary fluid into the clutch inspection port to raise the fluid level as needed.
5. Use a Torx-27 screwdriver to affix the clutch inspection cover and its gasket to the outer primary cover.
6. Remove the motorcycle from the service lift and lower it onto its side stand.
A puzzle ring is typically made up of several interlocking bands, which together form a single, larger ring. However, when you take them apart, it's often difficult to put them back together. The odd-numbered rings can be some of the most challenging to put back together, so a five-band ring presents a fair challenge. There is, of course, a solution. It does help to find the numbers printed on the bands of the ring as well, so you know which ring is which.
Instructions
1. Hold the fifth ring with the smooth top part of the band facing upward. The fifth ring is the center ring on the final ring. Bring the first ring up, next to the front of your ring.
2. Bring the second ring up and place it at the back of the ring. The two rings you have brought up should form a near circle shape around the center ring, when viewed from the top. These two outer rings are the outside rings when the ring is assembled.
3. Bring the third and fourth rings up and put them as close to each other as possible with your other hand. Rotate the two bands together to make them mesh together and form an X-shape with the other rings when viewed from above.
4. Push the fifth ring between the third and fourth rings, loosening the two just enough to fit the middle ring inside.
5. Spin the second band so the bumpy part of that band is on the inside of the ring itself. This should also be above the bumpy part of the first band. Pull the second band around and down to meet the main part of the ring.
6. Repeat with the first band of the ring. This should put the ring back together.
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Remove air from brake lines for safer braking performance.
Brakes on a Harley-Davidson Fat Boy motorcycle are hand-powered, hydraulically operated systems. Pressure generated at the master cylinder is contained by the hoses and delivered to the brake calipers to effectively operate the calipers and slow the vehicle. The brake fluid may trap air bubbles and carry them into the hoses and calipers, where the bubbles cause spongy brakes and ultimately lead to unsafe riding conditions due to diminished braking capacity. Brake systems in this condition must be bled to remove the air bubbles and restore the system to full braking capacity. Fat Boy motorcycles with air in the brake system must never be ridden until the air has been bled.
Instructions
1. Park the Fat Boy on firm, level ground. Have a helper mount the bike to hold it upright and level with the front wheel pointed straight ahead.
2. Wipe any fluid or dirt from the master cylinder cover, bleeder valve cover and surrounding area with a clean, soft shop rag.
3. Remove the rubber bleeder valve cover by hand.
4. Cover the fuel tank and front fender with clean, soft shop rags.
5. Remove two screws from the top of the master cylinder cover with a #2 Phillips screwdriver.
6. Remove the master cylinder cover and gasket by hand. Place them in a safe, clean location.
7. Install one end of the clear plastic tubing onto the bleeder valve. Put the other end of the tube into the oil drain pan.
8. Pour D.O.T. 4 brake fluid into the master cylinder to bring the level up to within 1/4 inch of the gasket surface.
9. Have your helper depress and hold the brake lever gently to pressurize the system.
10. Open the bleeder valve 1/2 turn with a 5/16-inch open-end wrench while your helper holds the brake lever depressed. Observe the fluid flowing through the clear tubing for air bubbles. Tighten the bleeder valve once flow has ceased. Release the brake lever gradually.
11. Repeat steps 9 and 10 until the fluid discharging from the caliper is free of air bubbles. Observe the fluid level in the master cylinder and keep it full. Do not allow the master cylinder to run out of fluid.
12. Remove the clear tubing from the bleeder valve. Immediately clean up any fluid that may be present with a clean shop rag.
13. Tighten the bleeder valve to 80 to 100 inch-pounds with an inch-pound torque wrench and socket. Install the rubber bleeder valve cover by hand.
14. Operate the brake lever and observe the fluid in the master cylinder for proper bleed-back operation. A small geyser of fluid should be visible when the lever is actuated. Consult a certified Harley mechanic if bleed-back operation is faulty.
15. Top off the fluid level in the master cylinder to within 1/4 inch of the gasket surface.
16. Place the master cylinder gasket and cover in position. Install the cover screws with a #2 Phillips screwdriver.
17.Torque the cover screws to six to eight inch-pounds with an inch-pound torque wrench and a #2 Phillips socket driver.
18. Clean up spilled fluid immediately with a clean, soft shop rag. Remove all shop rags from the motorcycle.
19. Actuate the brake lever until resistance is felt. Ensure that the brakes are engaging and releasing before attempting to ride the bike.
20. Test ride the vehicle carefully at low speeds. Repeat the bleeding process if the brakes still feel spongy or weak.
Clothes are a major expenditure in any budget. This is especially true if there are children in the household. Finding cheaper ways to get clothes can make your budget stretch further. Other than getting hand-me downs from friends, there are a wide variety of ways to get cheap used clothing. This simple process involves some shopping around and the time it requires to find clothes that fit your needs.
Instructions
1. Look online. There are several venues, such as Ebay, Craigslist and Freecycle where you can find people selling or giving away used clothes. Check these sites to see if they have what you need at an acceptable price.
2. Keep an eye out for local garage and rummage sales. Churches will have large sales of donated items periodically, which will generally feature a large number of items compared with a normal garage sale. Multi-family garage sales will also provide a wider variety of options.
3. Check out thrift stores, flea markets and other discount stores in your area. Other options include outlet stores and charity organizations like the Salvation Army's stores.
The three primary components of a motorcycle's engine are cams, valves and pushrods. All three parts work in conjunction and allow the engine to operate smoothly. As an 883 Evo Sportster owner, you should consider replacing your cams if the motorcycle's engine power has diminished. You can also upgrade to larger, more powerful cams if you simply desire more power. Several different cam shaft size options are available to motorcycle owners.
Instructions
1. Remove your motorcycle's gas tank and rocker box tops according to your motorcycle owner's manual. The rocker box tops are the top section of each head of the motor.
2. Remove the pushrods and the connected lifters from the rocker boxes by removing the retainer clips that hold the cover tubes -- covering the pushrods -- in place with a screwdriver. Pull the pushrods and lifters out by hand once you remove the cover tubes and number them with a permanent marker to make sure you place them back in their original position.
3. Remove the ignition parts just inside the outer cam timing cover from the right side of the motorcycle by removing the four screws that hold the cover in place. Once you remove the cover, remove the ignition parts and cam gears -- located just inside the timing cover -- by hand.
4. Install the new cam gears in place of the old ones. Turn each gear with your fingers to ensure they roll freely.
5. Check the end-play -- the movement of the cam gears from side to side -- by inserting a feeler gauge down through the lifter hole in the cam shaft. End-play clearance should be between 0.012 to 0.020 inches. Measure the clearance with your feeler gauge.
6. Reinstall the lifters, pushrods, rocker box tops and gas tank according to their original positions.
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Subwoofer boxes come in a variety of styles, including sealed, ported and bandpass. The sealed enclosure is probably the most widely used and the easiest to construct. It is commonly a rectangular or square box with all of its seams sealed with silicone. (The box must be sealed so no air leaks out of it.)
Instructions
Preparing for Installation
1. Consult with the manufacturer or retailer of the subwoofer speakers you have purchased to determine the proper dimensions of the enclosure. Make sure you account for the thickness of the particle board (3/4")
Constructing the Enclosure
2. Use a pencil and tape measure to trace out the patterns of the enclosure on the particle board. You will be tracing out the patterns for the six sides of the box, plus a center divider for inside the box to separate the two speakers.
3. Using the jigsaw, cut out the patterns.
4. Using the grille cover for the subwoofer speaker and a pencil, trace the outer and inner portions onto the location of the board where you intend to place the speakers.
5. Take the router with a 3/4-inch bit and set it for a cutting depth of 3/8-inch. Route out the area between the inner and outer circle that you just drew. This is where the frame of the speaker will rest flush on the finished box. If you don't have a router, drill with a large drill bit to make a hole. This will serve as the starting location for your jigsaw. Jigsaw and cut out the hole of the inner circle. In this case, the frame of the speaker will rest on top of the board.
6. Drill a hole with a large drill bit. This will serve as the starting location for your jigsaw. Using the jigsaw, cut the holes for the speakers.
7. Use a file to smooth the edges of the hole and sandpaper to smooth out the router area.
8. Cut a 2-inch round hole in each of the side panels. Connectors for the speaker wires will fill these holes on the finished box.
9. Assemble the box using screws, and seal the joints with silicone to ensure that air will not leak out. Leave the front panel - the side that will hold the speakers - off the box.
10. Spray glue on to the outer portion of the box and the back of the carpet, and wrap the carpet tightly onto the box.
11. Apply carpet to the top panel (the one that will house the speakers).
12. Using the razor blade or scalpel, cut vertical, horizontal and angled lines in a star pattern into the carpet that covers the holes for the speakers. Cut out the carpet that covers the connector holes.
13. Place the connectors through the holes, so that the two prong terminals are inside the box.
14. Screw down the connectors and seal around them with silicone.
15. Solder the speaker wire to each speaker and connector. Solder the positive wire to the positive lead of the speaker, and the negative wire to the negative lead of the speaker.
16. Put the front panel on the box with screws and seal with silicone.
17.Push each speaker into the star pattern cut out on the carpet that covers the speaker holes on the front panel.
18. Install the box in your car.
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Colleges across the country offer motorcycle technology programs.
From basic to specialized, there are many options for careers in motorcycle mechanics. Community colleges and technical schools across the country offer formal programs that give students hands-on experience to obtain jobs at dealerships and independent bike shops. As of 2009, motorcycle mechanics earn a median annual salary of $31,820, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
WyoTech
WyoTech opened in Laramie, Wyoming, in 1966. Since then, the school has expanded and opened campuses in Pennsylvania, California and Florida. Most programs offered at WyoTech are short-term; students can complete training in about 16 months, according to the school's website. WyoTech's motorcycle technology program consists of eight core classes in which students learn about brake systems, engine systems and electrical systems. After completing the core classes, students can choose to specialize in Asian motorcycles, European motorcycles or Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
WyoTech-Laramie Campus
4373 N. 3rd St.
Laramie, WY 82072
307-742-3776
wyotech.edu
Universal Technical Institute
Universal Technical Institute has campuses across the country. Its Motorcycle Mechanics Institute campuses in Phoenix, Arizona, and Orlando, Florida, offer motorcycle technology training programs. The 36-week-long core program teaches students the fundamentals of troubleshooting foreign and domestic motorcycles. After completing the core program, students can take elective classes to specialize in certain motorcycle types. Upon graduation, students receive tools valued at $1,000. UTI also provides graduates with lifetime job placement assistance.
Universal Technical Institute
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute-Phoenix, Arizona
2844 W. Deer Valley Road
Phoenix, AZ 85027
877-201-2666
uti.edu
Universal Technical Institute
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute-Orlando, Florida
9751 Delegates Drive
Orlando, FL 32837
877-201-2991
uti.edu
YTI Career Institute
YTI Career Institute in York, Pennsylvania, offers a nine-month motorsports technology program. Students in the program work on real motorcycles in the school's 15,000-square-foot facility, which includes diagnostic and test equipment and 16 fully equipped service bays, according to the school's website. Students take classes on safety, brake maintenance, engine repair and electrical testing. The classrooms provide laptop computers and wireless Internet for student use. The institute's Learning Resource Center provides research materials and space for student testing.
YTI Career Institute
Motorsports Technology Center
52-6 Grumbacher Road
York, PA 17406
866-549-8496
yti.edu
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You've researched camcorders and found that you like Panasonic best. Buying a Panasonic camcorder can be a rewarding experience, which will produce generations of memories on film. The first step in making your purchase is to narrow down the extensive list of Panasonic products. Are you a serious videographer, or do you want something casual? A little research will go a long way when you buy your first Panasonic camcorder.
Instructions
1. Identify what you want in a camcorder. Will you be taping family events, such as weddings? Are you a student in a film class? Or do you need something to capture those everyday moments? With many Panasonic products to choose from, narrowing your search will be a big time-saver.
2. Visit Panasonic's Web site to locate a Panasonic dealer near you. Once at the Web site, click the 'buy products and parts' and then 'find a dealer/retail store.'
3. Visit electronic departments and camera stores that distribute Panasonic products and speak to knowledgeable representatives. What can they tell you about your specific products in mind?
4. Ask sales associates to allow you to hold the camcorder. If possible, tape footage around the store. This will give you a feel for how the camcorder works.
5. Accessorize. When you make your camcorder purchase, be sure to remember accessories that will improve your results. If you're shooting weddings, look into a tripod.
6. Purchase the camcorder either at the store or online, depending on who has the best price. Save all packing materials and receipts in case you have to return it.