DevilDog

I had a chance to take a look at the TCI tonight. The connections were pretty dirty and it looks like it may have got wet. I did wash the bike last week so that is probably how it got wet however I have been having starting problems for a long time so I don't think that is the primary cause. To be safe I am going to remove the TCI and make sure everthing is dry inside and that the internal connections are clean. What's the easiest way to remove the TCI? I didn't see any screws, etc but I am looking in from the top. Do I need to take the fairing off to get to it? Thanks.

Thanks for all the help. I have ran several cans of sea foam through the tank and have squirted some in the carbs but it hasn't had much effect. Haven't had a chance to take a look at the TCI yet. (Dang work keeps getting in the way). I will try to get to it tomorrow night. Thanks again!

Check with Rick at Buckeye Performance. http://www.buckeyeperformance.com He doesn't have the rebuild kit listed on his site but he can get it. Just send him an email. Good prices and he makes sure you get everything that you will need for a rebuild. Also suggest you replace the stock springs with Progressives while you have the forks apart. It makes a huge difference in the ride. I believe there are instructions for a DIY rebuild in the Tech area. If not, let me know and I will send you a link/instructions.

I just went and tried to start it without the choke. Sure enough it tried to fire up and then went back to cranking. I will clean the TCI connectors and see if that helps. Thanks!

My 84 VR is sick. Several months ago it took a full choke before it would start and then it progressed to were it would only start when it was warm. (set out in the the sun) Now it will rarely start without a spray or two of starter fluid. I have followed many of the suggestions on this site and have replaced the plugs, wires, fuel filter, air filter, new gas, etc. I also tuned the carbs. Once it is warmed up, it runs fine but getting it started is a major pain. If I don't have a charger on, it will crank until the battery runs out unless I give it a shot of starter fluid. Previously, after it was running and warmed up, you could shut if off and it would restart immediately. Yesterday, after I had rode it for a hour or so, I shut it off but had a heck of time getting it going again. It took several seconds of cranking it before it started. Any suggestions on what the problem might be or what to check next? Thanks.