Well, that figures

[LoHo]

I have been trying to figure out a high RPM problem, among others. I keep thinking I have the Beast zeroed in, get her started, then she revs at 2k and attempts at getting that down or synching are for naught.

As I tried different things to even her out and get her RPMs down, only to have her rev back up and be out of sych. I use the four-dial vacuum hose attachments to synch. I noticed that one of them went to zero when I turned the small air screw on the hose to control the needle vibration. It should just get stuck at whatever the vacuum level is, not go to zero. Closer inspection:

The screw was cracked on the engine side, so that I introduced a vacuum leak, hence the high revs. Also, can you guess which carb it was on, screwing up any other settings? Number 3? You are a winner.

The things I've done to this bike over a 27 cent part....

[LoHo]

In truth, it was $2.37 at the local expensive pet store.

[DGXSER]

Its always the simple things that cost us the most time and effort!

[LoHo]

Replaced that part and in two minutes I had gotten the RPMs down to about 700 (then set to 1100) and all four jugs pull the same vacuum. Amazing.

Now the often-abused valve cover gasket leaks a ton, but I can do that. Can the road be far ahead? Probably.

What's next? Exhaust mites? Gear-anoma? Pulling a Diver Ray on the rear drive?

[mack]

Can

you imagine what you would have spent for a shop to run that problem down for you?

[Schming]

Replaced that part and in two minutes I had gotten the RPMs down to about 700 (then set to 1100) and all four jugs pull the same vacuum. Amazing.

Now the often-abused valve cover gasket leaks a ton, but I can do that. Can the road be far ahead? Probably.

What's next? Exhaust mites? Gear-anoma? Pulling a Diver Ray on the rear drive?

Careful what you wish for

Aint that a beautiful sound when they're all in sync ?

Kudos to ya

[DiverRay]

What's next? Exhaust mites? Gear-anoma? Pulling a Diver Ray on the rear drive?

Hey, that was a TRANSMISSION, NOT a final drive that locked up!! Glad you got the problem fixed! maybe you will think about Half Moon Bay the end of April. Ed and I could use another XS to keep the HD crowd at bay. Rooms are not too much, and they do have camping nearby If you want to go that route.

[LoHo]

I thought that might rattle your cage.

I am considering Half Moon Bay, which is a great place to go in any event.

[DiverRay]

I just got a room with two beds for $162. Saturday night, two miles from the airport. Comfort Inn, Half Moon Bay with my choice number. The web site for the event lists a place with RV and camping, but I do NOT know what the price is.
Hope to see you, and ride together again!

[LoHo]

The saga took a new turn today. The new valve cover gasket showed up, was installed, and for the first time since November of 2010, F*****g B***h went under her own power to gas up and go for a spin around the neighborhood. Now to change non-op to registration, and off we'll go.

Thanks for the help, gentlemen. Most of my drama was self-imposed, but between grasping at straws and following up leads from y'all, I learned a lot, and am back in business.

[DGXSER]

AWESOME!!!! I am very pleased to hear you got the B!T$% running!! I could feel your frustration, so it is good to know you got the pleasure of finally having a running bike again. Excellent dedication to the beast, and great work!!

[LoHo]

Has anyone noticed a rhyme or reason for valve cover gasket thickness?The one I used for years was about an eighth thick and sealed well. The last one I bought was about as thin as a manilla envelope and delicate and seeped constantly. The one I just got was in between, but thick enough to compress and fill the gap.

[DGXSER]

I have used RTV for valve covers since about 1980.

[rpgoerlich]

Years ago I bought 4 from a guy in NZ for $8(US)ea. Took a month on the slow boat but they were the thin ones as well.
I quit using them a few valve adjustment ago. Started using The Right Stuff. Never have had a leak yet.