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I just got a set of carbs from Diverray. I was going to soak them tonight but after pulling off the bowls, they look virtually spotless. Should I skip the cleaning or should I dig deeper to look?
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Nate
78 XS11 "Matilda" 2H7 000364
2001 Raptor ACCT, T.C. Fuse Box, TC Bros Forward Controls
Kuryakyn Iso Grips/Throttleboss/Bar End Mirror, Custom Covered Seat
Shinko 712s, HID Headlight, RC Performance Exhaust
Bikemaster Daytona Handlebars, Galfer SS Brake Lines
Barnett HD Clutch Springs, T.C. Spin On Filter Adapter
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Hi Nate,Originally posted by Tat2demon View Post
just bung them on and push the button. You might get away with it, eh?Fred Hill, S'toon
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Started looking a little deeper and figured Id give them a good soak just to be sure. Overall things went very good. But I have a couple questions.
Two of the idle screws are a little deformed. Anything I should worry about or are these still useable?
Two of the fuel Ts are a bit rotted and dont fit tight. A problem?
Last, when I took the diaphragm out of the last carb a small BB fell out with it. I cant see anywhere it could have came from. Ideas?
Thanks a lot.Nate
78 XS11 "Matilda" 2H7 000364
2001 Raptor ACCT, T.C. Fuse Box, TC Bros Forward Controls
Kuryakyn Iso Grips/Throttleboss/Bar End Mirror, Custom Covered Seat
Shinko 712s, HID Headlight, RC Performance Exhaust
Bikemaster Daytona Handlebars, Galfer SS Brake Lines
Barnett HD Clutch Springs, T.C. Spin On Filter Adapter
K+N Air Filter
88 Voyager XII
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Yeah, you will need to replace those idle screws. there is also a fix for those T's or there are replacement brass ones available but they are about $20 each.Nathan
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K&N Filter
#45 pilot Jet, #137.5 Main Jet
OEM Exhaust
ATK Fork Brace
LED Dash lights
Ammeter, Oil Pressure, Oil Temp, and Volt Meters
Green Monster Coils
SS Brake Lines
Vision 550 Auto Tensioner
In any moment of decision the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.
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They are out of stock.
YAMAHA CARB TEE FITTING
You have to repair your tees or find another replacement. Somewhere in this forum is a repair.Marty (in Mississippi)
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I can't locate the original, but I saved BIKERPHIL's repair that he posted.
Bikerphil's fuel tee repairMarty (in Mississippi)
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[QUOTE=Tat2demon;379814]Last, when I took the diaphragm out of the last carb a small BB fell out with it. I cant see anywhere it could have came from. Ideas?QUOTE]
The small BB came from the end carbs where the choke (enrichener) shaft goes through the body of the carb. They sit in a hole on top of small springs that act as the detent to hold the choke in the half or full on position. There should be another one and two small springs. Find them!Mike Giroir
79 XS-1100 Special
Once you un-can a can of worms, the only way to re-can them is with a bigger can.Comment
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Find the springs!
Take it from someone who knows find the springs. I was well warned but still lost mine - $9 each, crap!
http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmot...8405#sch225303
The ball bearings are findable.Scott
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For you poor souls who lose those, I offer replacements (both springs/balls for $5)... send me a PM for details.Fast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two
'78E original owner - resto project
'78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
'82 XJ rebuild project
'80SG restified, red SOLD
'79F parts...
'81H more parts...
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Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...Comment
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I hope you didn't soak the carbs in carb cleaner !!
If you did NOT pull the seals from the butterfly shaft first, you WILL have to pull them and replace them. That can be a few hours, and fun trying to pull the butterfly screws off. The ends have been peened over so they cannot come loose and end up in the engine.
Sent you a PM about the missing part.Ray Matteis
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I have had luck finding things on the garage floor. If it is dark in the garage and the floor is reasonably clean, you can shine a beam of light along the floor. The long shadows can help you find small things.Skids (Sid Hansen)
Down to one 1978 E. Stock air box with K&N filter, 81H pipes and carbs, 8500 feet elevation.Comment
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+1 do that all the time! When things are dirty or they fall under things is when it gets real hard!Originally posted by skids View PostNathan
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K&N Filter
#45 pilot Jet, #137.5 Main Jet
OEM Exhaust
ATK Fork Brace
LED Dash lights
Ammeter, Oil Pressure, Oil Temp, and Volt Meters
Green Monster Coils
SS Brake Lines
Vision 550 Auto Tensioner
In any moment of decision the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.
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Originally posted by DiverRay View PostI hope you didn't soak the carbs in carb cleaner !! If you did NOT pull the seals from the butterfly shaft first, you WILL have to pull them and replace them. That can be a few hours, and fun trying to pull the butterfly screws off. The ends have been peened over so they cannot come loose and end up in the engine.
Sent you a PM about the missing part.
Used Pinesol so should be good.
I didnt get any other BBs or springs that came out. Guessing they were gunked up too much? Will be careful when I pull parts out of the bucket.Nate
78 XS11 "Matilda" 2H7 000364
2001 Raptor ACCT, T.C. Fuse Box, TC Bros Forward Controls
Kuryakyn Iso Grips/Throttleboss/Bar End Mirror, Custom Covered Seat
Shinko 712s, HID Headlight, RC Performance Exhaust
Bikemaster Daytona Handlebars, Galfer SS Brake Lines
Barnett HD Clutch Springs, T.C. Spin On Filter Adapter
K+N Air Filter
88 Voyager XII
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Are the idle screws something common that I may be able to get here in town or will I need to get them online?Nate
78 XS11 "Matilda" 2H7 000364
2001 Raptor ACCT, T.C. Fuse Box, TC Bros Forward Controls
Kuryakyn Iso Grips/Throttleboss/Bar End Mirror, Custom Covered Seat
Shinko 712s, HID Headlight, RC Performance Exhaust
Bikemaster Daytona Handlebars, Galfer SS Brake Lines
Barnett HD Clutch Springs, T.C. Spin On Filter Adapter
K+N Air Filter
88 Voyager XII
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Any dealer or shop that deals with motorcycles should be able to get them. Georgefix on ebay is where a lot of people here get their carb parts.Originally posted by Tat2demon View PostNathan
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1978 XS1100E
K&N Filter
#45 pilot Jet, #137.5 Main Jet
OEM Exhaust
ATK Fork Brace
LED Dash lights
Ammeter, Oil Pressure, Oil Temp, and Volt Meters
Green Monster Coils
SS Brake Lines
Vision 550 Auto Tensioner
In any moment of decision the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.
Theodore RooseveltComment
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