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  1. Dano
    My thoughts exactly! Especially right behind the front tire!
  2. Dano
    Brian, fuel petcock (shutoff) valve is directly above the right rear passenger footpeg. Make sure it is either on reserve or on position (up and down). Check to see if you hear the fuel pump run for approx. 5 seconds when you first turn the key on (tat-tat-tat-etc). If you do not hear this, then problem is related to the fuel pump. There is a cut-off relay that will shutoff the fuel pump if the engine doesn't start within a certain amount of time. If you can, download the service manual from the 1st gen tech library under "Forums" at the top of the page here. It is invaluable to you in working on your bike. Since the bike runs with fuel sprayed down the throats. The problem has to be related to the fuel system. If the fuel pump is running, then pull the air box off and disconnect the fuel line coming from the pump (red braided line coming to the fuel rail right in the middle of the carbs). Put it in a bottle to catch the fuel then turn on the key for 3 or so seconds. This will check fuel flow up to that point. If you do not have fuel flow, it is possible that sediment has clogged the fuel petcock screen and fuel is not reaching the fuel pump. If you have fuel flow, then re-attach the line and open up one of the drain screws (phillips head screw located to the lower right rear of each carb). The rubber hoses sticking out the frame of the carbs is the drain hose. Turn the key on again and check for fuel flow out of each hose as you open them up. Remember the "time-out" factor on the fuel pump. Either cycle the key or the kill switch to reset the kill relay. If you have fuel flow out of the drain holes, then it's possible that your pilot jets are plugged. Have someone assist you while you start the bike with the fuel down the throat and try to open up the throttle or turn the "choke" on while it's running. If it runs then, you have plugged up pilot jets. Good luck, and please report to us what you have found at each stage. We can better assist you this way. Dan
  3. Dano
    You could also open up a drain screw on one of the carbs and check for fuel flow with the key on. Dan
  4. Dano
    Where's the fun in that! :witch_brew: dDan
  5. Dano
    Good Job! Doesn't it feel great when you work on something and it comes out better than it was before? Dan
  6. Dano
    Most definately yes on the relay. Stock wiring is not heavy enough to properly fire the compressor motor. Advise it greatly for anyone installing an air horn. Dan
  7. Dano

    Jason Mod

    Dano replied to a topic in Watering Hole

    However, if you REALLY want to do it right, you could offer me some $$ for my Vboost I have sitting in the cabinet........ Dan
  8. Dano
    Shame that's not an 83-85, I'd take them off your hands and give them a good home!
  9. Dano

    Please Read

    Dano replied to Freebird's topic in Watering Hole

    Good morning Don, we could never hope to understand how you do all you can, and this case is exactly why you have the moderators helping you. Please be assured they will do their best to help you in this situation. We as members will also step up and police ourselves! You need to take care of Job #1, which is your health. Don't worry about us, we will behave (?!) like the responsible adults we seem to be! Dan
  10. Dano
    Is the fuel pump running? listen for clicks when you turn the key on. Open up a drain screw on one of the carbs and try it again. Put everything together, including the air box and filter, and try it again. These beasts won't run without these things in place. Others will be on with more! Dan
  11. Dano
    Be a good reason to change the oil and filter, though!
  12. Dano
    Hey Charcoal, I'm just east of you in Shelby county, just outside Acton. I've got a set of Mercury sticks and would be glad to help you.Also have the electrical test equipment and I can get the specs off of here. All we gotta do is to get a clear day, I'll be home this evening, cell is 370-0139. Dan BTW, tell them down there at Flatout that you're now a VR member, and if you get any guff, let me know. I deal with those boys alot, and if you give me a call we can discuss.
  13. Dano
    Yes. You have to pull the middle gear cover first, then then flywheel cover. You will still get a small amount of oil dribble out, though, so be prepared. Good luck with the job, and ask more questions if you have them. Dan
  14. Dano

    83 Road Ready

    Dano replied to KarlS's topic in Watering Hole

    Good job on the 83,glad to know another one is kept away from the flea-bay boys and ressurected to new life. Dan
  15. Dano
    Might try to spray some CRC-26 (Lowes,etc.) around the connector to lubricate the plastic. Probably just stuck together and the spray will work.
  16. Dano
    There is a small wire ring that's holding the last two plates in. Just find the ends of it and pull it out. The square notched plate goes on last, with the wide notch going towards the 2 circle marks on the clutch boss. Also align the double circle notches on the other plates with the 2 circles on the clutch boss. When you reinstall the pressure plate, line up the small circle towards the edge of the plate with the circle embossed on the interior of the clutch boss. You should be able to "pop" the cover to fit in between the "fingers". If not, you must rotate it to fit till it does, or you will not be able to operate the clutch. Good luck, Dan PS, there is also a first gen service manual in the 1st gen tech library on here, under the "Forums" tab.
  17. Dano
    I'd like to see what they could do with my 'Vair!
  18. Dano
    These guys didn't rate high enough to get the VMax to display, it was only an RSV!
  19. Dano
    Saw an 09 out at Dreyers yesterday, would match my Durango, as it was Champagne with black on the bags, looked pretty good!
  20. Dano
    Guess the dogs won't try to lay down there anymore!
  21. Dano
    Anytime you wanna stop by and work on mine, feel free! That setup is looking nice, Bob. One of these days I'll upgrade the front of mine, too. Gotta wait on these rebuilt forks to repay themselfs for a couple years, first! Are you going with the MK11 calipers or the R1s? Dan
  22. Dano
    I say throw a seat and some wheelie bars on it and take it for a ride! Dan
  23. Dano
    That may violate his 24 hr ride time!! I do like the "forward rotationally challenged" moniker, tho! Sounds like me when I'm talking to non-technical people just to throw them off further! Dan
  24. Dano

    OHIO?

    Dano replied to MidlifeVenture's topic in Watering Hole

    Hey Peg, did you take that pic yourself or were you in it! Sorry, I'll take my punishment at M Day! Couldn't resist! Dan
  25. Dano
    Of course, you MAY see things like this too...........
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