Just picked up an white 89, completely stock with $18k miles. Its my 2nd FJ, my other I purchased new in 86 and put about 30k miles on it in a couple of years. In Sep I posted to Facebook a picture of my wife and I on the old 86, she saw the posting and remembered how much she enjoyed us riding on it, thus I decided to get another one. Found it in southern CA and rode it back up to the bay area on Tuesday. I forgot how much I really like these bikes, so much fun. While the bodywork is in good shape, its needs a little work mechanically, so I ordered the parts from RPM and it should keep me busy for a few weekends. I will need some help with things like valve adjustments, so if anyone out there knows a good shop for these bikes on the bay area, help me out please.
Welcome to the forum. Congrats on your sweet ride. There are a ton of awesome guys in California who would be more than willing to help out. Give them a few more minute to chime in. RPM is an awesome resource as well.
Oh no, not another Andy from the Bay area!
LOL, welcome to the madness.
Our other Andy is a limey, but still a damn good bloke.
And can that guy ride! He can hustle is 86 like no other!
We welcome any and all pictures you'd like to share.
Leon
Welcome! The Cali. guys are probably out riding...lucky bastards, give 'em time. So...welcome new/previous FJ owner from the cold and snowy north. Charley. :hi:
Yes, welcome to our little FJ thing.
I assume that you and your wife will be joining us for the West Coast Rally next year? Good times to be had by all!
Steve
Quote from: 1tinindian on November 29, 2014, 05:21:32 PM
Oh no, not another Andy from the Bay area!
LOL, welcome to the madness.
Our other Andy is a limey, but still a damn good bloke.
And can that guy ride! He can hustle is 86 like no other!
We welcome any and all pictures you'd like to share.
Leon
I am English also ..........
Quote from: andybm3 on November 29, 2014, 07:16:01 PM
I am English also ..........
Bugger!!!
Welcome anyway, I am not sure how far North I will be riding next week with Steve (Moparman) but if you pay attention, you might be able to catch us on our SoCal run. Then again we could head South for margarita country. Stay tuned to the FJ channel....
Welcome Andy. Lots of good members in your area. Try to get over to a rally next spring if you can. The rally is a great way to meet the members. RPM is not far from you and is probably the best one stop answer to any FJ parts and questions. Randy is also a rider. :good2:.
Cheers George :drinks:
Quote from: andybm3 on November 29, 2014, 03:38:58 PM
... if anyone out there knows a good shop for these bikes on the bay area, help me out please.
I'm in San Jose, can help with valve adjustment... perhaps while I do mine too, and have the gauges to balance your carbs. PM if interested.
Randy - Can I get the shim kit for next weekend?
Frank
Quote from: andybm3 on November 29, 2014, 07:16:01 PM
Quote from: 1tinindian on November 29, 2014, 05:21:32 PM
Oh no, not another Andy from the Bay area!
LOL, welcome to the madness.
Our other Andy is a limey, but still a damn good bloke.
And can that guy ride! He can hustle is 86 like no other!
We welcome any and all pictures you'd like to share.
Leon
I am English also ..........
No offence, mate.
We are all a very close group here and love a good poke in the ribs from time to time.
Remember, most of us have met each other face to face at different rallies around the country
and have the highest regard for each other.
Leon
Welcome Back Andy.... Take Frank up on his offer...if anything, just to get a look at his stable...so to speak.
Welcome to the forum, :hi:
There are a few members up in your area. As Pat mentioned, take Frank up on his offer. You will drool over his FJ. Don't look too close, as the thoughts and ideas will drain your wallet.
I like the choice of color for your FJ. Theft Deterrent color is the best in my opinion.
Fred
Quote from: Flynt on November 29, 2014, 08:57:31 PM
Randy - Can I get the shim kit for next weekend?
Frank
Frank, I have the kit all boxed up ready to ship to Pat on Monday with his parts order. I'll check with him and see.
Randy - RPM
Quote from: andybm3 on November 29, 2014, 03:38:58 PM
I will need some help with things like valve adjustments, so if anyone out there knows a good shop for these bikes on the bay area, help me out please.
Andy,
I know I am a little bit from you, but there are many members who can tell you that the ride over will be the best thing you can do for your FJ.
Frank is a good source for maintenance type items closer to you, but for complete service, repairs or upgrades I am going to be your best source.
Fell free to Reach out to me or my son Robert and we can take care of your needs.
Randy - RPM
Randy, it's ok to send the kit to Frank...I have plenty to do on this '93....I can wait 'till the following week.
All - thx for your comments and look forward to meeting you on a ride.
Fred - I really like the color combo, plus I wanted an 89 for all the upgrades they did that year (17" rim, front brakes, firmer springs, new style fairing etc.)
Randy - will give you a call, I ordered a bunch of parts from you over the weekend. Like I said earlier the cosmetics are really good, but things like fork seals, master cylinders (clutch leaks) and brake seals/pads have seen better days, will try to do some myself as its therapeutic. Once therapy is done will probably have you guys do the other stuff.
Welcome to the group that is so much more than the sum of its parts. I was in your position 9 years ago - new to America and new to the Fj. Both concerns are going swimmingly to this very day.
Wait till the rain passes and we can go for a ride.
Andy
Hit me up! I'll ride with you, and I know the way to RPM!
Dropped off the beast with Randy on Monday. Have decided to have him do the work instead of myself, I figured he knows these things inside out and I could see the bike still in pieces a year from now if I did it. Along with the repairs and deferred maintenance, have decided to get all the goodies (shock, exhaust etc.), the will have a real good rider. Randy has been great :)
Sweet! We gotta get rid of this rain soon.
Quote from: andybm3 on December 24, 2014, 08:04:16 PM
Dropped off the beast with Randy on Monday
Great move... you're in for a real treat when she comes back.
Frank