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      JBM Industries sells quality carb boots if you need to replace them. http://jbmindustries.com/carb_sockets.html
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      A runaway idle could be as simple as your throttle cable routing. I would check on that to be sure there are no tight spots and getting...
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      willis replied to the thread But how do you remove the stator?.
      Just my 2 cents here, but if you are ordering a new clutch pushrod seal, order two. It is not uncommon to damage the first one on...
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      willis replied to the thread Scrap bin engineering.
      Re-using those old cam chain guides eh? Well played!
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      willis replied to the thread Ignition kits.
      Boyer Brandsen would probably be a better option than Mikes for electronic ignition. If your heart is set on a PMA (do your research...
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      willis replied to the thread For Sale - Thinking of selling.
      Doubling down on your dick move there Scobman? Bold move. Don't shit on someone else's classified. If you don't like it, simply move...
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      willis replied to the thread Honda CL77 Scrambler project.
      A little overdue for a progress report on this one. I’ve found some ambition and a break in the heat in my shop. Currently working on...
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      willis replied to the thread My new favorite spray paint.
      I may need to spray a test piece and do a little experimenting.
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      willis replied to the thread My new favorite spray paint.
      Direct from the manufacturer and had it delivered to my door. Cost ranged from 12-15 per can depending on the type...
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      willis replied to the thread My new favorite spray paint.
      I haven’t worked on it in far too long since I got the new Triumph. It looks more together than it is. Lots of little stuff needs doing.
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      In the past I’ve always liked Rustoleum Industrial enamel. A few months ago I saw an advertisement on FB for Seymour spray paint. I’d...
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      willis replied to the thread Opinions on front brakes.
      I've got a few of those chrome stamped covers if you are interested. Feel free to PM me if you are.
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      willis replied to the thread Opinions on front brakes.
      Here are some pics of some rotor mount covers from my archives. I can’t find a picture of the plastic one but pretty sure I have a few...
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      willis replied to the thread Opinions on front brakes.
      Why would you need a different wheel to run one rotor? You would just unbolt the unused rotor and caliper and put a cover over the...
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      I use the same stuff. It really works well. *edit. I use their SC20 product which is 55/gallon https://www.sharpertek.com/ulchco.html
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      willis replied to the thread Speedometer Damper.
      This is worth a read. Worked for me... https://www.xs650.com/threads/o-ring-or-other-replacement-for-74-75-speedo-damper.52318/
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      willis replied to the thread Missing part to rear wheel?.
      In my opinion, if you take them out, go ahead and replace them. They are often damaged in the removal process as it takes quite a bit...
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      willis replied to the thread Ontario, GTA meet.
      How about Lakeview... ?
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      Nice job. Equally as important as side to side runout, be sure to check your vertical as well. Its a great feeling to look back and...
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      Agree with Gary here. The head of the spokes may not sit perfectly flush on the hub, but won’t create any issues.
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      willis replied to the thread 1973 TX650 front brake parts.
      One thing to keep in mind is the brake light switch. On my '75 the factory 2 piece uses a junction block on the front of the headstock...
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      willis replied to the thread 1973 TX650 front brake parts.
      I have the top part sitting on my workbench. Another member asked but ultimately went another direction. I’ll get you a pic of it...
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      Here is a good one from one of my favorite YouTubers, Pacific Mike. He works exclusively on old Harley's, but the process is the same...
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      One packet is the inner and the other is the outer. Look closely at the bends at the end of the spoke and make note when you remove the...
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      What he said !
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      If you have patience, it’s worth the effort to lace yourself. I’ve done several now and enjoy the challenge. This last time I laced my...
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      Vic, best deal I have found for spokes is xs650direct. And great for you that they are based in Canada if I recall correct. I have new...
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      RamJam! bambalam…. Whoa black Betty!!
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      willis replied to the thread Valve adjustor screw (tappets).
      grind, clean, screw it in to check depth. I wanted the shouldered part of the swivel foot to fit up inside. It was kind of trial and...
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      willis replied to the thread Valve adjustor screw (tappets).
      I used the same method as 5Twins on mine.
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      willis replied to the thread ID this ignition system..
      The original Pamco units I have seen are marked (laser etched?) with the Pamco name on the circuit board. If you remove the nut off the...
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      willis replied to the thread ID this ignition system..
      Just an observation, but looks like the advance notch has been modified on it a little. They are normally just crescent shaped, but this...
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      willis replied to the thread Wiring nightmare.
      Depending on how bad it is, you could always buy a new harness from Mikes for $100. There have been good reports on the quality of...
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