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Re:'86 Suzuki GS850 - Project bike? 12 Months ago
Building a GS850G for a customer right now. Windjammer fairing, hard bags, removable trunk, paint, chrome, 4 into 2 exhaust,etc. solid bikes, take forever to warm up though. 1st thing I would do is ditch the points.

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'86 Suzuki GS850 - Project bike?

MountainCruiser

2012/05/21 02:02

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2012/05/21 05:37

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In: Technical Discussions, 9/6/2012, 24 replies Subject: if you have or plan on geting air ride read this. smokescreens: i have the tricky air shock on my bike but i gave up some ride quality for the cool factor dont get me wronge the ride is not bad after you figure out your pressure but i always felt like i was missing ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 smokescreens: i poped the seal on my shock shortly after i did this mod. to be fair im not sure if this is why but ...if you have or plan on geting air ride read this. 25 posts, last by: smokescreens In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 12 replies Subject: help stranded in phx az need an idle mixture screw moespeeds: I'm in fountain hills, az and my idle mixture screw has fallen out and its gone. I live in nj and fly home tmrw afternoon. Anyone in the phx area have one? I'll order you a new one on the spot and ship ... 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It was originally a .53 cal cap lock that was converted to 50-70 Sharps after the War Between ... Who's from Iowa? new topic by: BuffaloRider In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 17 replies Subject: carb guru's / dyno need some advice SMOKINJOE: had my bike dyno yesterday while i was at myrtle beach for bike week. from the dyno sheet : horse power 65.24, torque 97.16, ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 DAVECS1: Yea he could back the accel pump screw off a bit and that should help. Maybe shorten the duration also. ...carb guru's / dyno need some advice 18 posts, last by: DAVECS1 In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/19/2013, 7 replies Subject: Florida bound! Bryan76: My wife arrange for me to go to Florida for a week to hang out with my buddy and do some deep sea fishing. I leave Tuesday morning! He lives in Tarpon Springs but we'll probably be in Boca Grande for a ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 Bryan76: Don't tell him it's not really for his benefit, but more for hers ;). Oops, did I say that put ...Florida bound! 8 posts, last by: Bryan76 In: Technical Discussions, 5/19/2013, 9 replies Subject: Exhaust Advice BBB: I put some Hard Krome pipes on my '99 R that I originally loved, but now I theorize that my neighbors are not thrilled by them. They're not baffle-less loud, but I'd like to quiet them down so I can ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 BBB: Will do. And if it doesn't work, small investment. Thanks everybody.Exhaust Advice 10 posts, last by: BBB In: Pics of My Ride, 5/19/2013, 6 replies Subject: Sneak Peek Bryan76: Primed and painted. Still needs to be wet sanded and buffed. [img ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 Bryan76: :laugh: No bumble bee color scheme for me! Just black.Sneak Peek 7 posts, last by: Bryan76 In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 11 replies Subject: Weekend project finished Signguy: AIS removed and fuel pump relocated. Oh...and I painted it too. :woohoo: Latest reply, 5/19/2013 signal20k9: Man that looks really good. Like the color a lot.B)Weekend project finished 12 posts, last by: signal20k9 In: Maintenance, 5/19/2013, 17 replies Subject: Normal ??? Ashley: When bike has been in garage all night and i crank it and let her warm up , when i go to put it in gear i pull clutch in a bunch of times and shift into second because if i dont it jerks hard into first ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 signal20k9: +1 to that. since day 1Normal ??? 18 posts, last by: signal20k9 In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 14 replies Subject: Why are my pipes all blue under the heat shields Stevie: I took the left heat shield off my Bassani duals to work on the pulley and underneath the heat shields the pipes are all discolored They are not discolored anywhere that shows, just underneath the heat ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 Stevie: thanks guys! yup Michael that's a harbor freight jack and I like it the only thing is it comes down ...Why are my pipes all blue under the heat shields 15 posts, last by: Stevie In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 2 replies Subject: Anybody need a hitch t0rqed: Saw this on craigslist http://corpuschristi.craigslist.org/mcy/3768166062.html Latest reply, 5/19/2013 HEAVY METAL: This is a good deal if it isn't cracked......I have committed to making one of my own,that is a hidden ...Anybody need a hitch 3 posts, last by: HEAVY METAL In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/19/2013, 4 replies Subject: Breaking it in Scooter76: Finally. Instead of cutting my grass (I'm sure it will still be there tomorrow), I went on a little 70 mile ride today. Beautiful weather. I'm just now getting used to really handling the bike. Still ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 Tug: Glad you enjoyed it B)Breaking it in 5 posts, last by: Tug In: Body/Frame, 3/31/2013, 58 replies Subject: Spring Mods Martorious: I know, this should have been done over the winter, but with my unheated garage and tight finances over the winter it just wasn't happening. I'm gonna miss the first part of riding season, but I'm hoping ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 Stephini3: Thanks. I'm thankful that the painting is done. :)Spring Mods 59 posts, last by: Stephini3 In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/19/2013, 12 replies Subject: huge mileage increase! jd750ace: OK, not a bike, but I finally got a chance to change the fuel injection spider on my 'ol 98 Chevy, thanks to guidance from a couple of members here, and WOW! Finally, it makes acceleration power again, ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 brown91redcam: No problem glad to helphuge mileage increase! 13 posts, last by: brown91redcam In: Bike Talk, 5/18/2013, 46 replies Subject: What do you think about while you are riding? mrjeff: On our recent road trip we had many miles to think about things and because our bike communicators don't work very good at highway speeds we had a lot of quiet time for thoughtful reflection. At one of ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 Scooter76: I can tell you, group riding doesn't allow for much thinking, as much as paying attention on anticipating ...What do you think about while you are riding? 47 posts, last by: Scooter76 In: Pics of My Ride, 5/7/2013, 16 replies Subject: Added one more thing to the stereo Bryan76: Just got this amp to complete my stereo system. I wanna make sure I can hear the stereo over my pipes!:laugh: Is it bad that my 05 Frontier still has a stock stereo system with one of the speakers blown?!?!?!! ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 Bryan76: Good to know. Thanks!Added one more thing to the stereo 17 posts, last by: Bryan76 In: Miscellaneous, 5/17/2013, 17 replies Subject: Rain guards/soft lowers cabtek: Got caught in rain and cold weather and was thinking it would be nice to get the wind off my legs when it's cold. Has anyone used rain guards or soft lowers? Do they affect engine cooling? Do they work? ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 davej: PM me your address and I will give you a set. I just installed HD hard lower fairings and crash ...Rain guards/soft lowers 18 posts, last by: davej In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/19/2013, 5 replies Subject: Good day on a Roadstar brown91redcam: Set out for our yearly ride too the Blessing of the Bikes today in Baldwin,Mi. Four of us headed out and only my Roadstar actually made it:laugh: not :bbash: but the other 3 were HD,2 are my brother-in-laws ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 brown91redcam: Nope they all road in a black Caddy dressed to ride,asked if their Gremlin bells were still ringing or ...Good day on a Roadstar 6 posts, last by: brown91redcam In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/19/2013, 5 replies Subject: Kai, you OK ? ironman: Just saw on the news, all the tornado's in Kansas. Kai, you & your family, riding bud's OK ? Prayin for ya :) :) :) Latest reply, 5/19/2013 Bryan76: +1 +2Kai, you OK ? 6 posts, last by: Bryan76 In: Body/Frame, 5/18/2013, 27 replies Subject: PAINT IS DONE!!!!!! texanrebel82: Man im pumped up my paint is done...the guy painting just sent me some pics and man that copper pearl looks awesome. I will be picking them up tonight will post pics tomorrow....im gonna make sure everything ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 Bryan76: Very nice color choice! Can't wait to see it on the bike!PAINT IS DONE!!!!!! 28 posts, last by: Bryan76 In: Jetting, 5/14/2013, 19 replies Subject: 2005 Roadstar bob1964: Hello... I have a 2005 Roadstar and ever since ive had it ive had a problem that seems to be getting worse , its been back to the shop twice to be repaired , last time it came back the idle was set ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 SKWEARpeg: I'll bump this, so it stays up. Maybe I'll have an epiphany between now and then, or somebody else ...2005 Roadstar 20 posts, last by: SKWEARpeg In: Tech Tips, 4/7/2013, 190 replies Subject: Giving the Roadstar Legs - Highway Gearing pastornj: OK - I've put enough miles on this setup to feel comfortable discussing it and even recommending it. From the first time I rode my 2001 Roadstar I felt the gearing was too low - Yeah, I know that a ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 Stevie: why? I bought 1 1/2" front pulley that was the plan Is the 1 1/2" rear pulley and ...Giving the Roadstar Legs - Highway Gearing 191 posts, last by: Stevie In: Bike Talk, 5/18/2013, 17 replies Subject: Lindby bars Roadstarcountryboy: Hey guys been looking for some unique highway bars for my 07 r. Anybody have the lindby multibars? They look really cool and comfortable just expensive Latest reply, 5/19/2013 jd750ace: That's the kind of problem solving you'll only find here folks!:laugh:Lindby bars 18 posts, last by: jd750ace In: Bike Talk, 5/18/2013, 13 replies Subject: Burn cable Meitemark: I had just changed the front fork with Race tech and emulators and was going for a trip. Started the bike and some smoke came from left blinker. Stopped at once and the blue cable from left blinker down ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 jd750ace: Glad to hear you are pleased with it. It's a good suspension combination.Burn cable 14 posts, last by: jd750ace In: Miscellaneous, 5/19/2013, 2 replies Subject: YAMAHA ROADSTAR BIG WHEEL FAT WHEEL SPOKED GNR10: Okay, anybody looking for a 7" wide rear spoked wheel heeeere you go... UP FOR AUCTION IS A USED BIG/FAT/OVERSIZED WHEEL THAT MEASURES 7" WIDE FOR THE YAMAHA ROADSTAR'S. I BELIEVE THIS IS ... Latest reply, 5/19/2013 jd750ace: I don't do "rear tire size envy" :laugh: If it don't work better, it ain't worth the money. I can't ...YAMAHA ROADSTAR BIG WHEEL FAT WHEEL SPOKED 3 posts, last by: jd750ace In: Bike Talk, 5/18/2013, 10 replies Subject: Homemade AIS REMOVAL KIT?? Signguy: Can't I just make my own flange covers and plug? Seems easy Latest reply, 5/19/2013 jd750ace*: True. Not like it's holding the ocean back or anything. :laugh:Homemade AIS REMOVAL KIT?? 11 posts, last by: jd750ace

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In: Technical Discussions, 9/6/2012, 24 replies
Subject: if you have or plan on geting air ride read this.
smokescreens: i have the tricky air shock on my bike but i gave up some ride quality for the cool factor dont get me wronge the ride is not bad after you figure out your pressure but i always felt like i was missing ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
smokescreens: i poped the seal on my shock shortly after i did this mod. to be fair im not sure if this is why but ...if you have or plan on geting air ride read this.

25 posts, last by:

smokescreens

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 12 replies
Subject: help stranded in phx az need an idle mixture screw
moespeeds: I'm in fountain hills, az and my idle mixture screw has fallen out and its gone. I live in nj and fly home tmrw afternoon. Anyone in the phx area have one? I'll order you a new one on the spot and ship ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
smokescreens: moe, hotrod said you can barrow his screw :) and you dont need the choke out while running your just ...help stranded in phx az need an idle mixture screw

13 posts, last by:

smokescreens

In: Body/Frame, 5/20/2013
Subject: $600 or less Corbin bags on CL
signal20k9: I found these while trolling craigslist. They look like beetle bags to me except they have built in turn signals:dry: so maybe knock offs?
$600 or less Corbin bags on CL

new topic by:

signal20k9

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 5 replies
Subject: Boot for hypercharger
DAVECS1: I know it is a long shot, but if any one has a boot for a hypercharger they are not using, I could really use it. As I was putting mine together tonite my wrench slipped and tore right through it. I tell ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Tug: PM sent. PM me your address so I can ship it to youBoot for hypercharger

6 posts, last by:

Tug

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Great Sunny Sunday in Indianapolis.
Signalman68: Got some quality riding in after church today. Ended up riding from 12 noon til about 10 pm tonight... Anyone else got a bad case of sunburn on the forehead this weekend? (OUCH)

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
kozaturf: I did, got to ride for about 5 hours today. Too bad it was on this... 5 acres and a 42 inch ...Great Sunny Sunday in Indianapolis.

3 posts, last by:

kozaturf

In: Bolt Ons, 5/2/2013, 14 replies
Subject: trailer hitch template arrived
HEAVY METAL: I want to give a special thanks to grayphart for going the extra distance and sending me a template for making trailer hitch for my 03' road*. the template arrived today and the wifey told me to get me ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
HEAVY METAL: Here is another! trailer hitch template arrived

15 posts, last by:

HEAVY METAL

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/19/2013
Subject: Who's from Iowa?
BuffaloRider: Disaster struck today. I took my original 1858 Sharps saddle ring carbine out for its once a year range session. It was originally a .53 cal cap lock that was converted to 50-70 Sharps after the War Between ...
Who's from Iowa?

new topic by:

BuffaloRider

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 17 replies
Subject: carb guru's / dyno need some advice
SMOKINJOE: had my bike dyno yesterday while i was at myrtle beach for bike week. from the dyno sheet : horse power 65.24, torque 97.16, ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
DAVECS1: Yea he could back the accel pump screw off a bit and that should help. Maybe shorten the duration also. ...carb guru's / dyno need some advice

18 posts, last by:

DAVECS1

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/19/2013, 7 replies
Subject: Florida bound!
Bryan76: My wife arrange for me to go to Florida for a week to hang out with my buddy and do some deep sea fishing. I leave Tuesday morning! He lives in Tarpon Springs but we'll probably be in Boca Grande for a ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
Bryan76: Don't tell him it's not really for his benefit, but more for hers ;). Oops, did I say that put ...Florida bound!

8 posts, last by:

Bryan76

In: Technical Discussions, 5/19/2013, 9 replies
Subject: Exhaust Advice
BBB: I put some Hard Krome pipes on my '99 R* that I originally loved, but now I theorize that my neighbors are not thrilled by them. They're not baffle-less loud, but I'd like to quiet them down so I can ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
BBB: Will do. And if it doesn't work, small investment. Thanks everybody.Exhaust Advice

10 posts, last by:

BBB

In: Pics of My Ride, 5/19/2013, 6 replies
Subject: Sneak Peek
Bryan76: Primed and painted. Still needs to be wet sanded and buffed. [img ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
Bryan76: :laugh: No bumble bee color scheme for me! Just black.Sneak Peek

7 posts, last by:

Bryan76

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 11 replies
Subject: Weekend project finished
Signguy: AIS removed and fuel pump relocated. Oh...and I painted it too. :woohoo:

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
signal20k9: Man that looks really good. Like the color a lot.B)Weekend project finished

12 posts, last by:

signal20k9

In: Maintenance, 5/19/2013, 17 replies
Subject: Normal ???
Ashley: When bike has been in garage all night and i crank it and let her warm up , when i go to put it in gear i pull clutch in a bunch of times and shift into second because if i dont it jerks hard into first ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
signal20k9: +1 to that. since day 1Normal ???

18 posts, last by:

signal20k9

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 14 replies
Subject: Why are my pipes all blue under the heat shields
Stevie: I took the left heat shield off my Bassani duals to work on the pulley and underneath the heat shields the pipes are all discolored They are not discolored anywhere that shows, just underneath the heat ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
Stevie: thanks guys! yup Michael that's a harbor freight jack and I like it the only thing is it comes down ...Why are my pipes all blue under the heat shields

15 posts, last by:

Stevie

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Anybody need a hitch
t0rqed: Saw this on craigslist http://corpuschristi.craigslist.org/mcy/3768166062.html

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
HEAVY METAL: This is a good deal if it isn't cracked......I have committed to making one of my own,that is a hidden ...Anybody need a hitch

3 posts, last by:

HEAVY METAL

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/19/2013, 4 replies
Subject: Breaking it in
Scooter76: Finally. Instead of cutting my grass (I'm sure it will still be there tomorrow), I went on a little 70 mile ride today. Beautiful weather. I'm just now getting used to really handling the bike. Still ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
Tug: Glad you enjoyed it B)Breaking it in

5 posts, last by:

Tug

In: Body/Frame, 3/31/2013, 58 replies
Subject: Spring Mods
Martorious: I know, this should have been done over the winter, but with my unheated garage and tight finances over the winter it just wasn't happening. I'm gonna miss the first part of riding season, but I'm hoping ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
Stephini3: Thanks. I'm thankful that the painting is done. :)Spring Mods

59 posts, last by:

Stephini3

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/19/2013, 12 replies
Subject: huge mileage increase!
jd750ace: OK, not a bike, but I finally got a chance to change the fuel injection spider on my 'ol 98 Chevy, thanks to guidance from a couple of members here, and WOW! Finally, it makes acceleration power again, ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
brown91redcam: No problem glad to helphuge mileage increase!

13 posts, last by:

brown91redcam

In: Bike Talk, 5/18/2013, 46 replies
Subject: What do you think about while you are riding?
mrjeff: On our recent road trip we had many miles to think about things and because our bike communicators don't work very good at highway speeds we had a lot of quiet time for thoughtful reflection. At one of ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
Scooter76: I can tell you, group riding doesn't allow for much thinking, as much as paying attention on anticipating ...What do you think about while you are riding?

47 posts, last by:

Scooter76

In: Pics of My Ride, 5/7/2013, 16 replies
Subject: Added one more thing to the stereo
Bryan76: Just got this amp to complete my stereo system. I wanna make sure I can hear the stereo over my pipes!:laugh: Is it bad that my 05 Frontier still has a stock stereo system with one of the speakers blown?!?!?!! ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
Bryan76: Good to know. Thanks!Added one more thing to the stereo

17 posts, last by:

Bryan76

In: Miscellaneous, 5/17/2013, 17 replies
Subject: Rain guards/soft lowers
cabtek: Got caught in rain and cold weather and was thinking it would be nice to get the wind off my legs when it's cold. Has anyone used rain guards or soft lowers? Do they affect engine cooling? Do they work? ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
davej: PM me your address and I will give you a set. I just installed HD hard lower fairings and crash ...Rain guards/soft lowers

18 posts, last by:

davej

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/19/2013, 5 replies
Subject: Good day on a Roadstar
brown91redcam: Set out for our yearly ride too the Blessing of the Bikes today in Baldwin,Mi. Four of us headed out and only my Roadstar actually made it:laugh: not :bbash: but the other 3 were HD,2 are my brother-in-laws ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
brown91redcam: Nope they all road in a black Caddy dressed to ride,asked if their Gremlin bells were still ringing or ...Good day on a Roadstar

6 posts, last by:

brown91redcam

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/19/2013, 5 replies
Subject: Kai, you OK ?
ironman: Just saw on the news, all the tornado's in Kansas. Kai, you & your family, riding bud's OK ? Prayin for ya :) :) :)

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
Bryan76: +1 +2Kai, you OK ?

6 posts, last by:

Bryan76

In: Body/Frame, 5/18/2013, 27 replies
Subject: PAINT IS DONE!!!!!!
texanrebel82: Man im pumped up my paint is done...the guy painting just sent me some pics and man that copper pearl looks awesome. I will be picking them up tonight will post pics tomorrow....im gonna make sure everything ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
Bryan76: Very nice color choice! Can't wait to see it on the bike!PAINT IS DONE!!!!!!

28 posts, last by:

Bryan76

In: Jetting, 5/14/2013, 19 replies
Subject: 2005 Roadstar
bob1964: Hello... I have a 2005 Roadstar and ever since ive had it ive had a problem that seems to be getting worse , its been back to the shop twice to be repaired , last time it came back the idle was set ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
SKWEARpeg: I'll bump this, so it stays up. Maybe I'll have an epiphany between now and then, or somebody else ...2005 Roadstar

20 posts, last by:

SKWEARpeg

In: Tech Tips, 4/7/2013, 190 replies
Subject: Giving the Roadstar Legs - Highway Gearing
pastornj: OK - I've put enough miles on this setup to feel comfortable discussing it and even recommending it. From the first time I rode my 2001 Roadstar I felt the gearing was too low - Yeah, I know that a ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
Stevie: why? I bought 1 1/2" front pulley that was the plan Is the 1 1/2" rear pulley and ...Giving the Roadstar Legs - Highway Gearing

191 posts, last by:

Stevie

In: Bike Talk, 5/18/2013, 17 replies
Subject: Lindby bars
Roadstarcountryboy: Hey guys been looking for some unique highway bars for my 07 r*. Anybody have the lindby multibars? They look really cool and comfortable just expensive

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
jd750ace: That's the kind of problem solving you'll only find here folks!:laugh:Lindby bars

18 posts, last by:

jd750ace

In: Bike Talk, 5/18/2013, 13 replies
Subject: Burn cable
Meitemark: I had just changed the front fork with Race tech and emulators and was going for a trip. Started the bike and some smoke came from left blinker. Stopped at once and the blue cable from left blinker down ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
jd750ace: Glad to hear you are pleased with it. It's a good suspension combination.Burn cable

14 posts, last by:

jd750ace

In: Miscellaneous, 5/19/2013, 2 replies
Subject: YAMAHA ROADSTAR BIG WHEEL FAT WHEEL SPOKED
GNR10: Okay, anybody looking for a 7" wide rear spoked wheel heeeere you go... UP FOR AUCTION IS A USED BIG/FAT/OVERSIZED WHEEL THAT MEASURES 7" WIDE FOR THE YAMAHA ROADSTAR'S. I BELIEVE THIS IS ...

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
jd750ace: I don't do "rear tire size envy" :laugh: If it don't work better, it ain't worth the money. I can't ...YAMAHA ROADSTAR BIG WHEEL FAT WHEEL SPOKED

3 posts, last by:

jd750ace

In: Bike Talk, 5/18/2013, 10 replies
Subject: Homemade AIS REMOVAL KIT??
Signguy: Can't I just make my own flange covers and plug? Seems easy

Latest reply, 5/19/2013
jd750ace: True. Not like it's holding the ocean back or anything. :laugh:Homemade AIS REMOVAL KIT??

11 posts, last by:

jd750ace

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