I can't take it anymore!!!

[Mahalaleel]

I'm really afraid of screwing up the valve clearances. Mine's an 8v motor, correct? It runs very noisily, so maybe I can try to do that.

Should I adjust the valves before I do the plug chops?

[Steve]

Yes. Valve adjustment should be the FIRST thing on any maintanence check-list. Then you check your ignition timing (goes along with points setting), then, finally you tune the carbs.

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[Big T]

I can think of a few:

1} Throttle response much improved
2} Reusable, servicable filter media
3} Increased performance (if you get the jetting right)

- boingk

Nope to all 3

1. This is a result of proper adjustment, not pods
2. K&N makes a drop in for the airbox, mine's 28 years old
3. Maybe gain 1 HP after hours of work. Not really a bonus there. i'd rather ride than pull apart carbs, especially for 1 HP

[boingk]

I will respectfully disagree.

- boingk