I really hope so k-moe! I will follow your advice.
Timing is ok. The shaft dots are up when I line up marks at igniter
I got my compression tester from ebay. The readings match the status of the spark plugs, #3 and 4 looked almost new, carburators 3 and 4 were very...
Just recharged the battery, read above 12v with my fluke. I checked valves but my gage is too thick for intake side, exhaust readings are ok....
Compression test results: Pistons 1 and 2 move the needle but won't maintain pressure at gage. Pistons 3 and 4 barely move the needle. I had...
I verified the T mark 360 degrees and the punch marks are not even visible. I checked the camshaft and the side with no clear sprocket alignment...
Looking forward to check your pics. I just replaced my brake lines and pads. I bought ss braided 1/8. Nice project. I will do my forks later;...
I am for the very first time checking my valves; after rotating the engine by hand ( left side) and matching the "T" with the witness mark; I get...
Thanks both! I didnt notice the difference until I read Chacal's. Then I realized that 12 and 34 are match!
I tried the guitar string but it is not a straight port (I believe). I cleaned the jets with the string nicely. I am not giving up! Just in case I...
my main concer is varnish removal, the idle port is plugged. I can deal with the drain issue but the varnish buildup is a pain in the butt. I want...
Friends; a stripped drain plug and a severely neglected fuel system have me looking for this parts. My bike is an 85 XJ700X with Mikuni BS33 CV...
Oakland county... 248!!!!
Thanks, I read that one already. I'm thinking I am going to take a couple of days off when I get into it. Full concentration! I have to say that I...
Thanks
I will probably be done with my carbs in the next few days. Now is time to check the valves. I try to have all the parts handy before I start...
I cut them and retwisted! Life is good. Thanks all!
Sounds good, thanks
the picture shows, from top to bottom, 2, 4 and 3. the last 2 look like they were not burning at all. My carbs were overflowing and I basically...
I could buy cables and splice it; it broke at the base of the boot. I will try to get the connectors and re-terminate it. If I don't feel...
What can cause that kind of damage?
While removing my old spark plugs. My #2 cable came apart at the boot. Looks like really worn part, you can't see the hv wires. I intend to buy...
If I were that lucky to find one, cheaper than the one I got, that would be restored too!
My friend recommended Yamalube rust removal kit for the gas tank. I like that it comes with a neutralizer. Have someone out there used it before?...
I have an 85 XJ700X, clean title and close to 25k. I am finally getting over the rush to get it going, I will take it easy and enjoy the journey....
I got my baby on 8/25/17. It is my first bike ever. My friend told me he rode it last year or so; this year it wouldn't start and it was just...