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  1. KIC
    Anybody have a picture of the "banjo" bolt is and where it is located ? I haven't been able to successfully bleed the rear and front of my 87. When I get back in town, that will be my #1 goal on the 87. Next to installing new carb diaphragms.
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    Thank you . I hope I'm not bidding against somebody on here. How much did you pay this guy for yours ?
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    More info for BigTom: http://www.foxnews.com/health/2012/04/23/cause-brain-freeze-revealed/ But you can still call the Ice Cream Rescue Truck "Ice Cream Rescue 51, BigTom has brain freeze, respond code 3. "
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    I thought about that, but the vent was "misting" oil around the area of the vent. Also, I feel, after riding it some more this morning, that the it seems to run smoother, and just overall better with everything hooked up the way it was originally. This morning it fired right up with no choke. Yesterday, it needed a little choke and warming. Just might be a personal choice. It could also have to do with making sure the air box is completely sealed and the crank case vent hose is not kinked. Mine obviously had several issues. Unless you run the vent hose somewhere else to hook up the breather, or mount it directly on top of the breather vent outlet, there isn't a lot of room for the breather. This is why my vent hose was kinked.
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    Did you plug both air box openings underneath ? My big one was plugged but the rubber cap was rotted and cracked and the little one wasn't plugged. I know these air boxes are touchy as to the air flow and leaks.
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    I ordered a set of the nylon shims for both of mine last week. I hope it helps my mileage. My biggest problem right now with the 86 is the diaphragms are shot. That$ gonna hurt the wallet !
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    Uhm...does buying you an ice cream sundae keep me off the "LIST" ??
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    Dan, (Or anybody ) where is the best place ( cheapest) to get a set of carb diaphragms for my 87 ?
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    Well I removed the after market oil breather and returned the 89 to original venting with the t-fitting modification. I really believe it is running smoother and with a little more power. I found the cap on the bottom of the box was leaking big time. Also the breather line was kinked in order to allow for the after market vent breather to be attached. I also re-installed the original set up on the 87 today, but it still runs like crap. So I took one of the carb sides off and found the diaphragm filled with holes and tears around the edges. That could definitely cause the running issues I have. Going to check the other 3 BUT.... Anybody know what the size or number of the special security screw on the side of each carburetor is ? I bought a set of tips that were supposed to include the size I needed, but none seem to be the correct ones. I will have to fight getting those PITA's off and replace with regular screws.
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    Good thing they don't have moderators at work...we all would be unemployed...
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    Real problems are for people who can't handle the fantasy world. You need to come over to the dark side......
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    Never mind. I answered my own question. I removed the little after market filter and replaced everything back to normal configuration with the T-fitting upgrade. Got it all put together and I feel and hear a BIG difference in the engine. Took it for a short ride and it felt smoother. I will be interested in seeing if it improves the gas mileage. I will also have to see if it gets rid if the oil smell after being ridden and parked in the garage.
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    Thoughts and prayers are with you. Been through it. I understand what you are going through.
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    Earl, Need Update: Did you keep your mod this way ? I have a similar set up on my 89, but it is on a longer hose that is "kinked" coming out of the crank case. I also just found that the plug at the bottom of the air box is shot and leaking air. Trying to decide if I want to return to original design or modify the modification.
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    And the wind speed was......????
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    We also need to know the elevation at which the weight was taken so we can figure in air density and gravitational pull...
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    Having lost my mom I know what you are feeling. Sorry for your loss.
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    Good point..so how about it raises and lowers the case for 2nd battery that is installed to run that motor.
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    Does it just spin one way ? Can it reverse ? What type of power/gear type ration does it have ? Does it have more torque than a 2nd Gen ? ( Sorry couldn't resist) Tell us what the motor can do, we will figure out what to do with it !
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    I ran my VIN through it and it told me to clean my air filter and sync my carbs.
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    We only kick the one's we love....
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    Rode my 89 to an ADRider bike night last night and got a lot of compliments on the bike. Most people like the old bikes.
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    Knowing that this could happen to any of us at any time. Sent a PayPal. Wish him luck with his recovery. If everybody just sent a little, I'm sure it would add up to a lot. Good Luck.
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    The stuttering is caused from the speed of a 1st Gen. 2nd Gens just whine... or so I'm told...
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    Yea.. I knew it was coming. BUT.. I was hoping ANSWERS were coming too....
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