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Hi all, Recently decided to replace the alternator gasket ('03 VFR800) due to an oil leak that was too big to ignore. and I'm a bit confused by what's suggested in the Haynes Manual. I know sealant should be applied to the wiring grommet, but the manual says smear a layer of it on the mating surface as well as using the new gasket. On one hand, I didn't see any present when removing the old one, but on the other I found there was some towards the top - I think there has been a monkey working in here in the past. So, what's the best practice here? Gasket and sealant to get the best results? Thanks!

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Hi all, I need to take the front wheel out on my '03 VFR800, and I'm wondering which type of front stand is best for this, assuming it makes any difference. My local shop has both types, with the pin and forked versions, but is either one better suited here? I noticed there's space on the bottom of fork legs, so I would suspect the pin type. Thanks!