The VX800 FAQ: FAQ Changes
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13. FAQ Changes

This section lists the changes to this FAQ. Since this section was not added until after the 6/12/97 version of the FAQ (version 1.61), changes from before then are not included.

The current revision number of the FAQ is Revision: 2.06.

Mon Apr 1 2015 Revision 2.06
  - Changed search provider to FreeFind.com    
Wed Dec 31 2008 Revision 2.05
  - Changed site domain
Fri Dec 26 2008 Revision 2.04
  - Changed host information
  - Changed Editor's eMail address
Thu Mar 22 2001 Revision 2.03
  - Added information on Walmart batteries
  - Added information on measuring fork oil levels
Mon Jan 29 2001 Revision 2.02
  - Minor grammar and format corrections
Fri Jan 12 2001 Revision 2.01
  - add Owner Web Page Links
  - added History and Design of the VX800 
  - FAQ now published with frames as well as without frames
Mon Jan 08 2000 Revision 2.00 - Tom Balaban, Editor
  - added information on Race-Tech Cartridge Valve Emulators
  - added horn relay installation process
  - added carburetor removal procedure
  - added float valve/needle replacement procedure
  - added fuel tank removal procedure
  - added warning and corrective procedure on rear spline wear
  - added reference to Leak Proof fork seals
  - added description of inexpensive damper bolt removal tool
  - added information on source for high quality seat foam
  - added information on inexpensive voltage tester
  - added information on metal/ceramic coating process for exhaust system
  - added reference to plastic body parts repair shop
  - added reference to electric system troubleshooting guide
  - added link to Pipemasters exhaust systems
  - added numerous minor bits of information
Wed Oct  6 20:56:06 1999  
  - expanded on kimpex installation.
  - added tip regarding rear caliper disassembly
  - added steering head bearing adjustment/change information
  - added shaft oil seal replacement procedure
  - added info about rectifier failures
  - added reference to progressive suspension's url
  - corrected the description of the carb needles
  - added explanation of the noise limiting switch on recent euro models
  - added fork oil volume corresponding to wong micrometer measurement
Mon Sep 20 12:21:46 1999  
  - fixed National Cycle URL
Tue Jul 13 20:11:59 1999  
  - corrected standard sparkplug designation:  NGK DPR8EA-9
Wed Jun 30 14:27:01 1999  
  - add warning about cheap PVC in fork tubes
Tue Jun 29 19:57:40 1999  
  - update fairing/windshield urls
  - tweaked copyright notice
Fri May  7 13:02:44 1999  
  - updated copyright, added minimal brake pad info, added speedo cable
  - replacement info, fixed the TCP and Pichler URLs, added Caterpillar
  - O-ring throttle lock trick, added section on Kimpex grip heaters,
  - note that key blank is same as Datsun, added Steve B's fork seal
  - replacement procedure, added resource link to Ron's AZ Motorsports
  - pages.
Wed Jan 27 19:57:25 1999  
  - added lower cost 14AH battery replacement information,
  - and mail-order source for VX service manual.
Thu Dec 31 15:35:52 1998  
  - formatting and typos
Wed Dec 30 23:25:52 1998  
  - alternate battery suggestion
  - procedures for headlight replacement, swingarm lubing
  - added minnesota monthly review pointer
  - added brake rotor tolerances
Thu Oct  8 04:34:23 1998  
  - changed FAQ urls to point at foxharp web server rather than ftp
  - updated information on air filters, including UNI sock filter.
  - added note about Suzuki upgrade for backrest mounting
  - added suggested method of getting the bike up on the centerstand.
  - added some tips on coolant changing.
  - added recommendation of NEP throttle lock.
  - added jim chen's broomstick tool for holding the fork nut.
  - noted that front wheel must come off to replace speedo cable.
  - augmented front wheel removal procedure.
  - added suzuki part number for vacuum petcock replacement kit.
  - corrected progressive suspensions phone number.
  - added procedure for replacing fork springs.
Tue May 19 15:17:06 1998  
  - added sparkplug designations, economy battery recommendation,
  - homemade fork damper tube tool, cheap(er) exhaust source.
  - corrected PVC size for homemade forkseal "tool".
Wed Apr  8 21:01:09 1998  
  - added filter tip regarding possible match with Marauder filters
Sun Mar  8 00:21:26 1998  
  - added url for british magazine reviews
Fri Mar  6 21:23:06 1998  
  - added mike heathman's cold starting tips
Thu Feb 12 00:33:53 1998  
  - added tips from the list regarding footpeg removal, dynojet kits, pirelli
  - tires.
Fri Oct 24 02:21:14 1997  
  - added roland's description of the exhaust rattle, and the inner culprit
Wed Oct 15 12:53:58 1997  
  - mention that K/N filter is cotton gauze (as opposed to foam)
Thu Sep 25 15:59:55 1997  
  - added fork tube cap tightening torque
  - added powerbronze fairing reference and url
Tue Sep  2 13:02:23 1997  
  - added wes kendall's comments on fork gaiters and seal replacement
Wed Aug 27 01:34:45 1997  
  - integrated some recent list traffic:  url for Pilcher fairing site, part
  - numbers for stainless brake lines from Dennis Kirk, a couple of aftermarket
  - shock references, Mike H's main jet replacement sizes for his Jardine
  - exhaust, my reversion to stock air filters, possibility of getting Meiwa
  - air filters in europe.  also deleted a couple of paragraphs that seemed
  - superceded by later/better info.
Tue Aug  5 21:06:30 1997  
  - added note that stock springs are progressively wound, just not stiff
Fri Aug  1 18:08:42 1997  
  - added K/N air filter part number
  - new aftermarket exhaust info
Wed Jul 30 19:05:54 1997  
  - added note about using automotive key blanks as replacements
Mon Jul 28 19:22:04 1997  
  - added carb synchronization procedure, based on mike's list posting
  - added section describing sticking carburetor slides
Mon Jul 21 20:46:33 1997  
  - added torque specs section (yes, it really does answer a FAQ)
Thu Jul 10 22:27:04 1997  
  - added Givi web site url
Tue Jul  8 04:03:12 1997  
  - added valve clearances, and description of TDC markings
Mon Jul  7 21:15:28 1997  
  - added URL reference to Rick Blunden's Givi installation write-up
  - added Juan Goula's description of setting the fork seals with PVC pipe.
  - added section regarding the shop manual
Thu Jun 26 16:31:43 1997  
  - added facility for including change log as last FAQ section
  - added note about new VX models still being sold in europe
Sun Jun 22 23:10:17 1997  
  - turn signal flasher note

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