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RE: torque specs. Some folks had posted a 20 ft lb torque spec based on an incorrect read of the manual. The manual does show 20 ft lbs for 2 cam chain tensioner flange bolts, those are different bolts (internal engine bolts). The bolts for the external tensioner "Plunge" thingie are 5mm diameter bolts (M5) with an 8 mm hex head. What confuses folks is that torque specs for a given bolt size is based on the thread diameter, not the hex head size. The range for a metric M5 bolt is from 7-9 ft lbs. Generally you can use the standard torque values found in various tables for a given bolt diameter if you lack specific torque values for a specific application. The only variance would be in the grade of the bolts...a higher grade may allow a slightly higher torque value.

Fitted this neat little white LED waterproof Voltmeter to the bottom of the GPS mount on my 8gen. Previous 3 wire voltmeter had died. 14.5v charging (when measured at battery) allowing for the 200mv drop through the wiring, 14.3 at the meter.

Just got word from Powerbronze that my screen and hugger arrived in Melbourne and are now in the post on there way to me ( no Aust Post jokes I work for them 😄) Also just ordered a Cardo Freecom 4 plus ( JBL speaker’s) ordered from Chromeburner as even with postage it is a $100 cheaper than I can get it for in Oz. It was in FedEx’s hands less than 12 hrs after I ordered it. My cheapie Fodsports intercom is starting to cut out halfway through a ride so time for a upgrade.

Floated Bud around the garage with my new Abba Sky Lift. Worth every penny...