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    First tire up build

    Amazing build!
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    WOT feels like it comes out of gear,Help!

    Neato, found the reason for my high-rpm slip without even looking for it. Added to my winter list: springs. -j
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    Switching to non-vacuum barb manifolds, can I still use vacuum petcock?

    Sweet, it keeps getting better. Thanks for the replies! -jonathan
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    Switching to non-vacuum barb manifolds, can I still use vacuum petcock?

    Hmm very interesting! I wonder, is the vacuum from one carb enough to draw adequate fuel? -j
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    Switching to non-vacuum barb manifolds, can I still use vacuum petcock?

    Sorry, should have specified that - BS34s
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    Switching to non-vacuum barb manifolds, can I still use vacuum petcock?

    On the subject of drilling for barbs, JBM says to install the barbs on the carbs instead of the manifolds and I like the idea but I'm wondering about placement. Anyone out there done this? Got a pic? -j
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    Switching to non-vacuum barb manifolds, can I still use vacuum petcock?

    Excellent, thanks. I live in the city and am pretty conscious of my tank level so I'm not worried about running out of gas but I do love my CarbMate for synching; I will drill these manifolds out for barbs sooner or later, just want to throw these on and ride today. Thanks 5twins! -jonathan
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    Switching to non-vacuum barb manifolds, can I still use vacuum petcock?

    Switching to non-vacuum barb manifolds from JBM (he doesn't drill them for vacuum barbs anymore and I don't feel like drilling my own) can I still use vacuum petcock and switch it over to "prime"? thanks! -jonathan
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    sump

    I wish I could answer your question about whether your case is deformed or not, I just don't have the knowledge. I did try to use a torque wrench on the bolts and ended up snapping one (as they are meant to do) so after the nightmare of removing the bit left in the case, I decided to forego...
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    sump

    I made the mistake of reinstalling my sump cover with a dry gasket and had major leaks afterward. I then tried a film of grease on both sides, still leaked. Then I dispensed with the paper gasket altogether. I cleaned both surfaces with a solvent and applied Permatex grey 1-minute gasket to...
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    bike stalls at idle when headlight on (PMA w/capacitor)

    Thanks Hugh, I put your stator and flywheel on and now my bike is producing enough power! Hell, the headlight isn't even dim at idle as it has been since I did my PMA conversion and my horn is full loudness at idle too; I used to have to rev it up to get loud honks! So happy! Now back to the...
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    Let's See The XS's

    Thanks Mr. Mharrington! I am am honored to have provided some inspiration, your bike is looking great! I love what you did with the motor paint job. Its funny looking at that pic; I don't even recognize my bike anymore because now its all greasy and sooty from a year of riding without a wash...
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    Sprockets for city drivnig

    Hey, I live in NYC and I ride almost exclusively in the city with a few expressway trips to the beach. I'm running a 17/36 and chose this config for the same reason you are looking to. Great acceleration and I can keep up with highway traffic but I know I'm at a higher RPM than I ought to be...
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    XS motor winter rebuild!

    I love the wheels/tires, classic. No front brake? You aren't finished, you have to shave down those fork legs!
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    bike stalls at idle when headlight on (PMA w/capacitor)

    Thanks man. I placed an order with you for a new stator and flywheel and am looking forward to leaving this problem behind.
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