As far as the Harley goes, don't ever punch, pry, hit the aluminum transmission housing in any fashion. It will crack if you look at it wrong. Now, I have to replace it! I'm going to replace it with a 6 speed replacement rather than go back to the original 5 speed.
I got to go to the VA Hospital the 16th for pre-op and return there th 20th for surgery. Nothing major........
I miss all you guys and gals. Hi to all and maybe I can catch the next one. Later, C. Duke