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New "Pool" Idea

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by k-moe, Feb 4, 2016.

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Should we start an airbox pool for members who insist on switching to pods?

  1. Yes, an exchange pool.

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  2. Yes, a nominal fee pool.

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  3. No. People should research and plan accordingly, or suffer with the consequences.

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  1. k-moe

    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    But you gave the best answer anyway...
     
    k-moe, Mar 24, 2016
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    k-moe, Mar 24, 2016
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    TheCrazyGnat Well-Known Member

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    Look Dave, I can see you're really upset about this. I honestly think you ought to sit down calmly, take a stress pill, and think things over.
     
    TheCrazyGnat, Mar 24, 2016
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    I'm sorry Dave, I'm afraid I can't do that.

    Hal referencing Dave's request to open (ironically) the POD bay doors!
     
    Stumplifter, Mar 24, 2016
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Dave's not here man.
     
    k-moe, Mar 24, 2016
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    Why not just promote the beer can pod modification. Its economical and you recycle. Drink enough of them and you wont even need the pods.

    Truth be told they do act as mini air boxes.
     
    sybe, Apr 12, 2016
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  7. k-moe

    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Bump.

    I'd also like to add that a properly engineered airbox enhances engine performance well beyond what can be had by using individual filters. This effect is particularly important in eigines that have significant valve overlap (like XJs do).
    A short, and infromative article that outlines why that is true: http://www.calsci.com/motorcycleinfo/Airboxes.html

    Also see page 58 of Kevin Cameron's excellent Sportbike Performance Handbook
    https://books.google.com/books?id=J7tQp2LtsYIC&pg=PA60&lpg=PA60&dq=kevin+cameron+on+airboxes&source=bl&ots=qeS4Dsiwwx&sig=6TZwf5cLRo3CRfKOfG_89K-FwKI&hl=en&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiPhIre04XNAhWj6IMKHffFB7gQ6AEIPTAE#v=onepage&q=kevin cameron on airboxes&f=false

    Don't throw away your free supercharger (even though it only helps a little).
     
    k-moe, May 31, 2016
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    k-moe, Jun 26, 2016
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    WARNING: Satire Ahead.

     
    k-moe, Jul 8, 2016
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    He sure has some bad arse tools... that bolt cutter that he used was super compact. :D
     
    Stumplifter, Jul 9, 2016
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    looks like Ribo is stealing my idea about pods and air boxes, I think i was the last straw that got you guys talking ransom for thier air box back. it was about that time that i found this site and ask how to re-jet my carbs because i was going to add pods and shortys to my xj700. Did'nt relieze at that time that this issue has been asked (and answered ) about half million times by you guys and what a bad idea and nightmare to get right. Thanks for helping me save my air box !
    But back to Ribo, i did put 4 pods on and with my rest-mod almost done, i'll wait to show you all the pics very soon.
    Best of both worlds, OEM air box and pod combination, all the looks - none of the hassels with cv carb jetting.
     
    Wagy, Aug 3, 2016
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Both topics have been discussed around here for years; long before I joined.
     
    k-moe, Aug 4, 2016
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    Matti... ? what
     
    Wagy, Aug 4, 2016
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    MattiThundrrr Not a guru

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    Wondering what the airbox/pod combo is...
     
    MattiThundrrr, Aug 4, 2016
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    After being covinced that pods were going to be a big PIMA, i had already bought (from China) 4 color matching 45% pods and was in love with the way they were going to look. And looks was all i was after, so i modified my air box with 2 1 1/2 " PVC adapters on each side. used ones with a 3/4" theaded bushing inside that could in theory be removed to try more air but still goes thru the air box. I sealed the adapter into perfectly round, tight holes so with the threaded plug in, it is as if they are only there for show and the 45% point down and back to keep clear of leg room or passenger. I'll send pics soon. Heading to the garage right now for more XJ therapy !
     
    Wagy, Aug 5, 2016
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Please start a thread for that so it's easier to find.
     
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    MattiThundrrr Not a guru

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    So airbox flows into pods? Interesting... can't wait for your pics
     
    MattiThundrrr, Aug 5, 2016
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    ya, ur right k-moe, easy to get off track when ur in conversation and really still figuring out how all this forums, threads, and other stuff works. Love the site, and all u guys are a big help. Just let me know when it's not kosher (woops) maybe not politically correct, LOL
     
    Wagy, Aug 5, 2016
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  20. k-moe

    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    I just want ptople
    I really just want people to be able to find it. If you put the project in here it'll get lost.
     
    k-moe, Aug 5, 2016
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