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  • climberpilot
    #1

    Replace RR as well?

    Hey folks,
    I have been running throught the tests laid out in the stator papers and am almost convinced that my stator is shot (I havent had time to run each step in one sitting, so I'll do this before I'm comfortable).

    Obviously the wiring needs to be re-worked, but should I just replace the R/R while I'm swapping the stator and be done with the stock parts? Are there any disadvantages (besides cost) to this approach?
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    • tom203
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      • Aug 2010
      • 8925
      • Norway,Maine
      #2
      This is the 81 850 ? put in your signature. Do the tests to pinpoint the problem- if you do need a stator, probably best to upgrade to a better R/R .
      1981 gs650L

      "We are all born ignorant, but you have to work hard to stay stupid" Ben Franklin

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        • allojohn
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          • Jan 2011
          • 3515
          • NoMo, MN
          #3
          The R/R is the main source of electrical frustration on these machines. Replacing it may not solve your problems but it will eliminate some headaches down the road.
          -Mal

          "The only reason for time is so that everything doesn't happen at once." - B. Banzai
          ___________

          78 GS750E

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            • tkent02
              Forum LongTimer
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              • Jan 2006
              • 35571
              • Near South Park
              #4
              The wiring to and from the R/R is the main source of electrical frustration on these machines, IMHO.
              I have never seen one fail when all of the connectors and wires are in good shape.
              http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...tatesMap-1.jpg

              Life is too short to ride an L.

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                • climberpilot
                  #5
                  I have found multiple questionable connections so far, as well as a bad ground on the R/R.

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                    • Guest
                      #6
                      Best thing is just replace it all and inspect and clean all your connections. Yeah I would not go back stock by any means. There are plenty of aftermarket goodies out there that are much better. As for the R/R I went with the Compufire series type, a bit pricey though I think very well worth it. As for the stator, there is Ricks and several others you can choose from. And if your battery is questionable might wanna up grade that as well. Don't piece meal this back together, get quality parts so you can enjoy your riding and not have to wonder what is gonna burn out next. One other thing, use multiple grounds. R/R to the neg side of the batter and the R/R to the engine case or frame and of course the battery to the engine case.

                      If you even have one leg from the stator that is below par, it is shot period, no real reason to do them all. Just replace it and get riding again.

                      Originally posted by climberpilot
                      Hey folks,
                      I have been running throught the tests laid out in the stator papers and am almost convinced that my stator is shot (I havent had time to run each step in one sitting, so I'll do this before I'm comfortable).

                      Obviously the wiring needs to be re-worked, but should I just replace the R/R while I'm swapping the stator and be done with the stock parts? Are there any disadvantages (besides cost) to this approach?
                      Last edited by Guest; 06-08-2012, 10:16 AM.

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                        • spyug
                          #7
                          Did you catch this thread today: http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=194540

                          It might help you make some decisions.

                          Cheers,
                          spyug

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                            • BassCliff
                              #8
                              Hi,

                              You can certainly pick up a good used r/r unit from eBay fairly cheaply. So I would recommend replacing both at the same time. Make sure all connections/grounds are clean and solid (new blade connectors, etc).


                              Thank you for your indulgence,

                              BassCliff

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