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Guest EDGE540T
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Does anyone know where I can get the valve bucket tool to hold the buckets down so I can replace the shims. My dealer can't find a current part number for the tool.

 

Thanks

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Really? I bought mine less than a year ago at the local Stealer for $30, I think. I'm sure Zanotti can get you one for less, they can get anything from the factory. Or, I can send mine to you if you promise to send it back! :) I hope not to be using it again for awhile.

 

Jeremy

Guest EDGE540T
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Thanks for the offer Jeremy. I rather buy one than borrow one but if I can't find one for a reasonable price I might take you up on your offer. I found the one's on E-bay but they are a little pricey. Jemery I will send you a private message.

 

Thanks,

 

Joe

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HMMMM, guess I better think about that too, as I plan on checking mine while the engines out.

 

Dan

 

Since you already have the motor out Dan that would be the best time to check them. I had a heck of a time doing mine . I bought my tool on the eBay had in my hands within three days sure does make things easier having that tool without it is a bugger.

 

buddy

Guest EDGE540T
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The Yamaha part number for the tool is obsolete with no cross reference. I went back to my dealer and found an aftermarket company that sells the tool. The picture in the catalog is the same one that’s on E-Bay that shows different tools for different applications. The dealer price is $19.50. I was able to get on for a few dollars more because I worked there for about 13 years as a mechanic. You would think I could have borrowed a tool from them but the head mechanic who is a good friend of mine couldn’t find the tool.

 

Joe

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"Since you already have the motor out Dan that would be the best time to check them. I had a heck of a time doing mine . I bought my tool on the eBay had in my hands within three days sure does make things easier having that tool without it is a bugger."

 

 

 

Yeah, it's not much fun; dunno how you could possibly do it without the tool. I had the tool and a helper. He turned the engine with a wrench while I guided the tool into place.

 

Jeremy

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"Since you already have the motor out Dan that would be the best time to check them. I had a heck of a time doing mine . I bought my tool on the eBay had in my hands within three days sure does make things easier having that tool without it is a bugger."

 

 

 

Yeah, it's not much fun; dunno how you could possibly do it without the tool. I had the tool and a helper. He turned the engine with a wrench while I guided the tool into place.

 

Jeremy

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Does anyone know where I can get the valve bucket tool to hold the buckets down so I can replace the shims. My dealer can't find a current part number for the tool.

 

Thanks

 

 

I got one i'll loan you. I won't be needing it for a while just mail it back when your done. I bought it off ebay but I hardly ever see them.

Guest EDGE540T
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Thanks Atlantadragonslayer but I have one on order now. Thanks anyway!

 

Joe

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I got one i'll loan you. I won't be needing it for a while just mail it back when your done. I bought it off ebay but I hardly ever see them.

 

Hey Dragon, if'n he don't need it, I sure will. I'm gonna check my stealers for shim swap, if they do, I'll beg you, if they don't, I'll have to get ahold of Buddyrich's kit.

 

Dan

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Hey Dragon, if'n he don't need it, I sure will. I'm gonna check my stealers for shim swap, if they do, I'll beg you, if they don't, I'll have to get ahold of Buddyrich's kit.

 

Dan

Sure no problem if you need it just let me know I'll send it to you.
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