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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    I didn't get a new fuel tank. That is a cover for a damaged VFR400 to hide the damage. I'm going to have to use my original gas tank and repair...
    Post by: rcthirty, Jul 1, 2025 at 5:43 AM in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    The fairing kit I'm planning to install [ATTACH]
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 30, 2025 at 9:13 AM in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Fairings thread - mostly repairs but can include other topics.....

    Or start with something new and fabricate mounts for it. [ATTACH]
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 28, 2025 at 3:04 AM in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    I just found one in my old carbs. I looked before but missed it. Thanks anyway Captain. All good now
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 23, 2025 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    Thanks for the offer Rogue but the dimensions are so fine I don't have the tools to measure it.
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 23, 2025 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    I'm missing a carb link arm bushing that goes between # 1 and #3 It a nylon bushing that looks to be really important to keep the carb sync...
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 22, 2025 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    correct. #1
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 13, 2025 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    Which number is that carb ? I may have one also if the Captain's offer falls through.
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 13, 2025 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    on my first vf500 rebuild, I tried to use the old boots. Even with lube it was so hard to install the carbs I felt I was going to break something....
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 12, 2025 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    LOL, I would have chosen my favorite JB
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 11, 2025 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    I've never seen this before. A bit too much torque from the previous owner I suppose. Looks like I have a bit of work to do. Luckily I have spare...
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 11, 2025 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    I can move it around now to free up some space. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 9, 2025 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    I think next I'll it back on wheels even though the wheels need tires and cleanup.
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 9, 2025 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    Swingarm and shock are now installed. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 8, 2025 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    Another 1984 VF500F project

    I've finished cleaning and modifying Captain 80's exhaust into a 4 into 1. It's now installed.[ATTACH] [ATTACH]
    Post by: rcthirty, Jun 3, 2025 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989