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Trying to keep costs down for my carb customers and noticed that the damn float needles (80's) seem like they are more expensive every time I go to buy them. Was wondering if anyone had found any good sources (like the boats.net shaft seals). Right now it is looking like Mikes is the cheapest at $5 ea. TIA, Jessie
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'81 XS1100 SH
Melted to the ground during The Valley Fire
Sep. 12th 2015
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What is the OEM part number for the needle?Marty (in Mississippi)
XS1100SG
XS650SK
XS650SH
XS650G
XS6502F
XS650E -
Don't know. YAM site only lists it as a set.'81 XS1100 SH
Melted to the ground during The Valley Fire
Sep. 12th 2015
RIPComment
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That makes it very difficult to search.Marty (in Mississippi)
XS1100SG
XS650SK
XS650SH
XS650G
XS6502F
XS650EComment
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Mikes XS shows
"Float Needle with clip Mikuni BS34 CV carbs" for $5.00
http://www.mikesxs.net/product/48-5014.html
Shipping is a pain unless you're buying a bunch...Guy
1980 XS1100G - Frankenstein - resurrected from the impound lot
1991 Suzuki GS500E (not running yet)
2003 Burgman AN400 - Blue Belle
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Jessie,
Is it just an old wives tale that you need to replace the needle and the seat together?
Thanks1995 KZ100P
Pods, jets, pipes, cam adjuster, oil cooler
1977 Ironhead - custom build
Hot engine, custom frame, KZ front and rear, high torque starter, alternator conversion, Progressive shocks, Thunderheart wiring, Dyna ignition, oil cooler, Dakota Digital instruments, etc.
Sold all my XS's to Eastcoaster but still love to keep up with you guys. This is the best cycle forum on the web.Comment
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The viton tip needles can be replaced without replacing the seat, if the seat is still in good condition. If you have the brass needles and seats, it's best to replace both. You CAN "clean up" the seat, but you need to know what you are trying to do, and have the proper, fine grit paper/stone to do it. JMHORay Matteis
KE6NHG
XS1100 E '78 (winter project)
XS1100 SF Bob Jones worked on it!Comment
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I have cleaned the seats before using Eagle 1 on a Qtip. It worked for me. You do need to be sure that you leave no fibers. Maybe this could affect the float "height" adjustment if you got too agressive and enlarged the hole a bit, I don't know. It also works well for the seat in the standard petcocks.Originally posted by DiverRay View PostSkids (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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I want somewhere to get the seats for a decent price!Nathan
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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.
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I can't even remove my seats, any suggestions? I'm going to replace them with he needles. The cheapest I can find is Mikes XS as well."The Hooligan" XJ1100, Virago Gauge Pods, Screaming Eagle Mufflers, K&N Filter, hand made rear fender, side covers, and solo seat, round bar conversion, small headlight, tail light, and cat eye turn signals, chip fuses, rewired the right way.
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Yeah I had that problem too, the seats on my spare carbs were coroded and had some pits it wouldn't come out. I just grabbed them with a pliers and squeezed and twisted. I crushed them but they came out.Originally posted by Yard Dogg View PostNathan
KD9ARL
μολὼν λαβέ
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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Yeah, but you indicated cheap and free is even better.Originally posted by natemoen View Post
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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If I could find free I would be ok with that, but cheap is acceptable as well!Originally posted by skids View PostYeah, but you indicated cheap and free is even better.Nathan
KD9ARL
μολὼν λαβέ
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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Float Needle - 6pk. $23.69
The part numbers are listed, so you may continue the search for a lower price.Marty (in Mississippi)
XS1100SG
XS650SK
XS650SH
XS650G
XS6502F
XS650EComment
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Yep, those are cheap because they are brass needles for early 11's. Again this is for the 80's carbs. I appreciate all the help.
Why bother looking for seats? Why not just make the investment and go XV920's? Then, you too will only need to replace needles in the future (still cheaper).Originally posted by natemoen View Post'81 XS1100 SH
Melted to the ground during The Valley Fire
Sep. 12th 2015
RIPComment
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