Good news and bad news. First the good - the float level gauge arrived. All the way from Japan. Nice little tool, should be able to use it on...
Alright I took another peek and I'm not feeling so confused after all. I checked the #4 carb which I had not yet checked. It actually came in...
Hey Ferris thanks for the info! Got carbs on my brain right now as that's what's holding up my project. The different float assemblies would...
Just waiting on my float level gauge and I will be checking and adjusting my floats per the service manual specs. The service manual shows 7mm...
Could he have meant the shift fork? I've never heard of the "scissors gear" either.
Hmmmm, I wonder if it's really copyright infringement if you host those PDF's somewhere? If you can find out for sure or not then you could feel...
Yeah, I read your writeup and checked the pics. So once the rear carb lips are inside the boots you don't have any problem getting the cylinder...
Awesome, thanks for all the information guys! I will probably just lube up the boots first and see how far I get. If I run into trouble from...
I would first try comparing the part numbers on www.partsfish.com and see if maybe they are the same number.
Thanks man, that really helps. I think I've got an idea how you used the straps. Sure wish I could see a picture. I never thought of the...
I am getting close to being able to reinstall my carbs. I'm looking for any tips that might help make it go smoothly. The service manual doesn't...
Thanks for the tips wildman. I grabbed two new jets and was able to match them up with two I had. They ended up being the smaller size. I'm not...
EasyMac, thanks for the info and welcome to the site! We have the same bike and all this information on them make me really feel like I have...
I had a dream I was tearing it up on my VFR through some twisties. Does that count? :biggrin: Someday I will stop wrenching and get to ride...
Well I'm about to go crosseyed from staring at tiny little pinholes in jets! :biggrin: I have all 4 slow jets removed and cleaned now. They...
Thanks! Your feedback really helps.
I rebuilding my carbs and have two of them apart so far. While checking/cleaning I have also been noting the jetting to make sure all the jets...
I'll see what I can do reg. I will try to take some pictures as I go along. I won't be doing a full tear down (i.e. pulling each individual carb...
That's pretty awesome. Hope you find one!
Well I worked with the carbs again to find the leak(s) by hooking the tank up on the bench. Fuel was pretty much leaking all over and I gave up...
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