Dotetcher
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10 hours ago, TOXXIC said:
I like Seafoam. Were those peanuts in the picture of the inside of the airbox? Guessing your bike lives outdoors?
Acorns. It lives in a shed during the winter months. Covered in the driveway otherwise. The shed is not as buttoned up as it could be.
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Do you guys use any carb cleaner additives? And are they successful?
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Running. A little rough in lower RPMs but still a major kick in the rear end at around seven grand. As usual Gentlemen thank you for all the help and the encouragement to keep going. It is very much appreciated.
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I bought a K&N. $30 more but it’s being delivered tomorrow morning by Amazon. The little spongy breather filter I’m gonna make myself. Going to cut the yellow part off one of these kitchen sponges and use the green Part and cut it to size.
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Also what material are you guys using to replace 17254-MAT-000. Discontinued.
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Got the boat running so I figured I’d take another delve into this. Think this has anything to do with it? 🙂
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On 4/22/2024 at 2:48 PM, jon haney said:
Good first season. Officer Ortega will definitely take your mind off your troubles.😜
Will the engine rotate a full revolution by hand?
Yes. Just won't fire now. Occasional pops and backfires while cranking. Gonna check the carbs but uncovering the boat first. Striper season here in communist state of NY. So many hobbies, so little time.
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48 minutes ago, blackhawkxx said:
I wonder if some of the float are stuck in the up position not letting the fuel fill the bowls?
Make sure you are working with a strong battery because even though it is turning over, I have found that my bikes get harder to start when the battery gets weak.
I'm running cables to my jeep for good juice. Once the battery runs down that is. I've got the battery back on the Tender. Brand new battery last year. It's been sitting on the Battery Tender all winter.
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1 hour ago, XXitanium said:
Step away for a bit.
Do you have an owners manual
Stepped away for the rest of today. Re-watching Altered Carbon on Netflix.
I have the factory Service manual.
Next time I get into it I'll try tapping the carbs.
Thank you.
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If someone pulled up in my driveway right now and offered me $1000 for this thing I'd take it.
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2 minutes ago, Dotetcher said:
Also does anyone know how much vacuum is needed to activate diaphragm. I have a mighty vac and can rig something up to test the valve.
Nevermind. Just tested. Works well. On to the next thing. Replacing vacuum line with new and trying again.
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Also does anyone know how much vacuum is needed to activate diaphragm. I have a mighty vac and can rig something up to test the valve.
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So while I'm figuring out how to update the topic title I'll give an update. First thing I did was check oil level. That was fine so second guessing my original guess on why engine not turning over. Next thing was to put up on center stand, put bike in 5th and try to rotate wheel backwards (Thanks Joe). Moved a little bit so I thought I would try hitting the starter again. Bike turned over! Sweet! Not hydrolocked. Flat spot in starter? Who knows. I am dealing with a fuel delivery issue though because bike will not start. Catches on full choke but will not stay running. Only firing a bit while starter engaged and choke on. End of vacuum hose was dry and split so trimmed it and reconnected. Still same. Is there a way to test the valve/diaphragm to see if it works? What do I need to apply enough vacuum to see if the diaphragm is still good. My lips?
As usual thank you all for your help.
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10 hours ago, XXitanium said:
And check the oil and the level
Oil first thing. Tnx.
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2 hours ago, jon haney said:
You could remove the crank-end plug
Right or left? While sitting on bike. Facing forward.
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Getting the bird out of the shed. Put the battery in and hit the ignition. Always started right up in the past. Very partial turnover then nothing. Hit the starter and it sounds like its engaging but motor does not turn over. I don't want to fuck anything up. Never dealt with this before. What do I do. 1997 carbed bird. TIA
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I drive alot of different cars in my part time retirement gig. The Stinger is one of the few I remember. Put a huge smile on my face first time I hit the go pedal. WTF! was my first thought.
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4 hours ago, superhawk996 said:
Two sources I saw put the value at $5670-5900. The lower one was based on average asking prices, not sure about the other. Since neither source accounts for options, if this is a low optioned bike it'll be below those prices and vice versa.
There's a couple newer but higher mileage police versions for sale for $4k.
Every option available.
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36,651 latest mileage. Last bump and reduction. Buddy says he'll take $5500. Too much of a pain to get it to Florida.
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53 minutes ago, SwampNut said:
I have no idea what a real price is for this bike, but:
a. I lust for it because I haven't ridden one, but it looks like my thing.
2. The amount of time that it's been unsold is interesting to me, and makes me wonder about the general state of the market.
iii. What's his next move if it doesn't sell?
BMW's have never been my thing but I've ridden with those who swear by them. Like us with the XX. This is a nice bike in very good condition. If you look on Cycle trader there is one other bike with the same color and graphics and more miles listed for 8995. There are some cheaper but I don't know condition.
I spent February and March in Florida. Had a couple of bites but was 1500 miles away. Now back in New York.
Next move? I may ride it to Florida and fly home.
Gonna be in Tucson in August. I could drop it off.
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Last Bump and another price drop. My Buddy wants it gone. $6500
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Perfect! Thank you.
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I've forgotten how to block someone. Can't seem to find it.
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20 hours ago, ptxyz said:
i've had these in my blackbird for a few years now and love 'em. very sharp cut-off like the halogens, just way brighter. when someone's driving around with their brights at night and i "fight fire with fire", i can see the color of their shirts!
installation was a bit of a pain until i figured out to unscrew the retainer wire and i had to make a spacer out of pvc for a snug fit.
https://www.gtrlighting.com/gtr-lighting-ultra-2-led-bulbs-h7?quantity=1
I went with the HID for now. Basically a direct re placement for what was in the bird and didn't want to have to figure out anything new. New bulbs are a lot brighter. Seems like that's all I've been doing since the weather got nice is working on 2 wheel, four wheel and floating vehicles. Pain in th ass. Time to have some fun.
1997 hydrolocked? Not. Update on latest post
in The Garage
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Its the green material. Air passes through easily.