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  1. zed1015

    Stupid questin ..maybe

    An abundence of new old stock probably. Always exceptions to the rules :smile-new:
  2. zed1015

    Stupid questin ..maybe

    Yes! You can use either but you will have more hits with the new number. The most common reason for a superceded number is that the new number either relates to an improved part or that the part is still being produced and also used on newer machines.
  3. zed1015

    Pods for a dynojet kit

    You get what you pay for and you should only use good quality free flowing pods. Recommended brands are K&N,S&B,APE,UniFilter and Ram Air so i would search those for suitable alternatives. Using cheap chinese , DNA, EMGO,HI,LEVEL etc and no name brands should be avoided as they can be very...
  4. zed1015

    Exhaust temps - fine tuning carbs

    The heat rating only applies to how quickly its center electrode sheds heat not its running temperature. A plug needs to run at the lowest temperature as possible to prevent pre ignition but hot enough to prevent fouling. In general a high performance engine producing more heat requires a colder...
  5. zed1015

    Exhaust temps - fine tuning carbs

    Running different size jets in the middle cylinders is nothing directly to do with controlling cylinder temps or to cool the inners in relation to the outers but to simply ensure the A/F ratio is equal across all cylinders. Certain airboxs because of frame design perameters etc deliver a...
  6. zed1015

    Exhaust temps - fine tuning carbs

    Answer 1 = NO ! Answer 2 = Mixture screw only for pilot fueling... Negligible effect on anything above. Answer 3 = All depends on header thickness, Material and whether single or double skinned and unless you know the correct running temp of that particular exhaust on that particular engine...
  7. zed1015

    Valve stem seals

    For what engine ? If it's for the GS850 valves then they are 7mm stems and the seals are common and the same for the GS 850,GS1000 and also Kawasaki Z650/750/900/1000/1100 and many more. Plenty of sources for them including ebay and APE etc.
  8. zed1015

    Broken flywheel

    Can't see anything wrong in any of those pics.
  9. zed1015

    Broken flywheel

    That's no problem you can use the starter gear and clutch etc from your own crank.
  10. zed1015

    Crank time? Crashed..

    There's no problem with using RTV as long as it isn't applied with a bucket and spade :glee: Hylomar (originally developed for Rolls Royce, the MOD and aerospace applications) is ideal for the job too..
  11. zed1015

    Crank time? Crashed..

    I use this on all my road and race engines. V-Tech VT-157 Vital Black RTV Silicone Instant Gasket Maker - 85g Tube | eBay​ Just as good as anything else out there.
  12. zed1015

    Crank time? Crashed..

    If the crank hasn't twisted out of line but just spread you wouldn't notice any problems and there's no telling how long it's been running like that. It may even be the result of crank work performed by a previous owner. I'd pull the crank and have it checked for overall condition and if the pin...
  13. zed1015

    Crank time? Crashed..

    Looks like the crank has spread at the pin. Depending on the cause and whether the pin is loose in the web in may be able to be pressed back. These roller cranks are prone to twist and benefit from indexing and welding especially in performance applications once the condition of the crank and...
  14. zed1015

    I am stymied....vacuum leak.

    Is it a vacuum operated fuel tap ? Check the vac pipe to the tap and also the tap diaphragm for splits and leaks..
  15. zed1015

    New rings ?

    130psi isn't bad but it all depends on compression ratio and cam profile etc. Once running the psi may be higher. Minimum for combustion to occur is 90psi. 15psi difference between the highest and lowest reading is the limit for normal wear.. If you fit new rings you will also have to have the...
  16. zed1015

    Anyone use this wheel chock?

    I've used many of a similar design They all did the job as they should. Bike still needs strapping down though.
  17. zed1015

    need help finding a post re VM26ss choke plunger renewal

    Hi , Kevin. I provide the choke plunger repair service and air corrector jets. Here's the link to the thread which contains my contact email etc in the 1st post or you can PM me etc if you wish. MIKUNI Choke plunger seat replacement and Air corrector jets for GS fours VM's - The GSResources Forums​
  18. zed1015

    Mixture screw has no effect.. What does it mean?

    White plug means lean and the pilot mixture screw on these carbs is a FUEL metering screw so no change when adjusting coupled with the lean plug means that there is no fuel exiting the pilot orifice. Broken screw tip,blocked pilot jet or blocked fuel passage to the screw etc will be the cause.
  19. zed1015

    Plug oiling up

    Leave the bike stood overnight then inspect the valves via the inlet and exhaust ports for evidence of oil and also view down the plug hole into the cylinder.. The exhaust is usually easier to spot as the burnt oil build up shows as excess carbon and a wet guide . The inlet gets washed by the...
  20. zed1015

    Crosshatch???

    The honing below the stroke of the rings is original but the coarser makings on the actual bore and overlap look to have been done recently by a blind man and some sandpaper. If they were mine i would have them correcty plateau honed if limits allow and fit new rings.
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