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      5twins replied to the thread Memory Lane.
      I have one of these T-handled spring pullers. It makes removing and installing the sidestand spring pretty easy ...
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      Then you used the wrong spec, lol. That's why you had to bend the tang so much. The plastic float spec is 22mm ± 1mm. That 27.3mm spec...
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      5twins replied to the thread Phantom 78 650 rebuild Part 2.
      You measure the diameter of the hole in the banjo, or the diameter of the banjo bolt. But, the 650 uses M10 banjos and banjo bolts, and...
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      These are the replacement e-clips I've been using. They fit and work well. So far, I haven't had one fail. It's handy to have extras on...
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      I have some N.O.S. originals I could measure. Managed to find them on eBay. The originals on my bike are a bit loose and sloppy but...
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      I plan on swapping Standard ears onto my Special to gain more room for cable routing. I'd like to swap in an XS850 triple headlight...
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      5twins replied to the thread Clutch push-rod seal.
      Yes, it's 36mm. Another size you may want to get is 27mm, for the oil drain plugs and rear axle. Front axle is a 22mm.
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      5twins replied to the thread Clutch push-rod seal.
      The early models actually spec it a little tighter, 94 ft/lbs. That's what I use and it seals well. I started out using about 72 ft/lbs...
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      5twins replied to the thread Engine Oil.
      I usually fill mine to the upper line. Check and verify the level using the dip stick because as I mentioned earlier, the window isn't...
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      The best springs are originals but they're not available anymore. However, they do come up on eBay from time to time, so I'd start...
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      Once you remove that notched ring, the advance unit backing plate should just slide off the end of the cam. But, being that all these...
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      The cam has a couple bushings in each end for the advance rod to ride in. The outside bushing should have grooves cut into it's I.D...
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      5twins replied to the thread Engine Oil.
      You'll often find the drain plugs really tight the first time you go to remove them because the P.O. never changed out their seal rings...
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      5twins replied to the thread Oil Filters.
      Yes, just standard dot3 brake fluid, but if you want a bit better (higher boiling point), you can use dot4. Don't use the silicone based...
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      5twins replied to the thread Engine Oil.
      You'll need to buy 3 quarts as 2 won't be enough. I dump in 2 then about 1/4 to 1/2 of the 3rd, depending how much it needs to fill the...
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      5twins replied to the thread Old style drum front wheel.
      In the later '80s, Yamaha retroed the SR500 by fitting a drum front brake. To anchor it, they simply made a bolt-on part that attached...
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      5twins replied to the thread And for my next trick .....
      You can actually do your first torque check after the motor is assembled and has sat at least overnight, before it's even been run. You...
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      5twins replied to the thread Cleaning stand.
      There are cheaper Chinese versions available from eBay but I've heard they can have issues with the screw stripping out. I don't regret...
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      5twins replied to the thread And for my next trick .....
      Yes, new chains are very tight so you will most likely need to do as you have to get the ends to mate up and get the master link in. I...
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      The factory setting spec for the mix screws on your carb set is 2.25 turns out. I've found that set likes and needs at least that...
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      5twins replied to the thread Cleaning stand.
      I highly recommend a screw type jack as opposed to the hydraulic kind. They are infinitely adjustable and hold that adjustment...
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      5twins replied to the thread Cleaning stand.
      That's why I love my centerstand (and wouldn't be without one). Failing that, it's my Blackjack 1000 (one of the best "bike" investments...
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      5twins replied to the thread And for my next trick .....
      Set the motor on the TDC mark, then install the cam, and connect the chain on top of it. You'll need to "jump" the chain around on the...
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      Yes, those are the original pilots with no bleed holes. They weren't needed as the air is added after the jet, but ones with bleed holes...
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      5twins replied to the thread Handlebar hiccups.
      Yes, notice the top washer is somewhat special, cupped to fit over the top of the rubber bushing. The aftermarket rubber products you...
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      5twins replied to the thread Brake caliper question.
      Also, while the caliper is off, make sure that bushing in the big rubber grommet at the top of your first 2 pics can slide side to side...
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      5twins replied to the thread Brake caliper question.
      You have the clip in the right spot, but the rubber boot needs to go under it. So, fit the rubber boot on there first then place the...
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      5twins replied to the thread Clutch pushrod movement..
      I measured pressure plate movement instead as I found it easier ..... Yes, 1.1mm isn't much movement and may cause clutch drag issues...
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      Make sure you are using the correct type of pilot jet. There were two types used in the 650 carbs and while they will physically...
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      5twins replied to the thread Oil Filters.
      Told you so, lol.
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      5twins replied to the thread Phantom 78 650 rebuild Part 2.
      Honestly, it will literally transform the look and feel of the bike. I know there are some folks who actually like those buckhorn bars...
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      5twins replied to the thread Phantom 78 650 rebuild Part 2.
      Yes, many of us do switch to one long line, replacing the two originals and the splitter block. Simpler and less possible leak points...
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      5twins replied to the thread Side stand is killing me!.
      I think the fittings on the stands are a "must do", especially on the centerstand. It's amazing the difference that makes. The kicker...
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      5twins replied to the thread Side stand is killing me!.
      Yes, I add about a half dozen more grease fittings to the bike (sidestand, centerstand (2), steering neck, kick pivot, and center of...
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      5twins replied to the thread Phantom 78 650 rebuild Part 2.
      This is about the best price I've found for stainless pistons, and you get a discount if you buy more than one ...
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      5twins replied to the thread Phantom 78 650 rebuild Part 2.
      The brake hoses may look OK but if they're the originals, they're probably toast, lol. You won't be able to get a nice, hard lever...
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      You'll often find the needles leaned a step like that to fix stumbling and break-up in the upper midrange brought on by larger mains...
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      5twins replied to the thread 1974 Yamaha Tx500 Help.
      It can be any kind of hauler I want, lol. Last bike in it was a Suzuki GS450 (another freebie I stripped for parts). This is my first...
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      5twins replied to the thread Bridge rectifier check please?.
      Just make sure that regulator you're getting is a "B" type (power regulating). Automotive regulators come in two types, known as an "A"...
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      And just so we're on the same page here, Mikuni needle clip slots are numbered from the top down ..... Also, be sure to record your...
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      This is a better guide ..... https://www.xs650.com/attachments/vm34-36-pdf.248257/
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      5twins replied to the thread 1974 Yamaha Tx500 Help.
      I don't know where you're located in New York but I carted no fewer than 3 of these off to my dealer's boneyard, and they're just...
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      5twins replied to the thread 1974 Yamaha Tx500 Help.
      No, not very popular at all, but a good source for 650 parts, lol. Actually, I think they made them for about 5 years ('73-'78).
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      5twins replied to the thread Need help to identify this part.
      I'm thinking that the spot or part it came from has been repaired or replaced, and you just found the broken part of it now. It...
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      5twins replied to the thread Short People.
      Well, when you get one of these, the forks usually need to be taken apart and thoroughly cleaned out. Fork oil doesn't get real dirty...
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      If you've read the VM carb guide you were directed to in your other thread then you know your jetting is very much "in the ball park"...
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      5twins replied to the thread Am I missing a fuel line?.
      The vacuum line needed is smaller than 1/4" fuel line. If you pull that brass nipple out of that vacuum line you're holding in the first...
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      5twins replied to the thread Short People.
      The overall diameter of the 16" wheel is also slightly smaller than the 18", so that combined with the more angled rear shocks does...
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      5twins replied to the thread Am I missing a fuel line?.
      It looks like the nipple has pulled out of the manifold with the hose. I'd say it's time for new manifolds.
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      5twins replied to the thread What the Carb?.
      Yes, don't give up. I found a nice set on Craigslist last summer for $45. They are very nice and unmolested, even still have the...
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