Forum: Troubleshooting
02-27-2013, 08:22 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 989
Re: Replacing Clutch Cable
I wish it was a before pic but I just sat the linkage on the shaft and there's not enough tension on the cable, so I"ll try to align the hash mark with the gap in the linkage.
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-26-2013, 11:22 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 989
Replacing Clutch Cable
Putting on a new clutch cable. I removed the linkage from the shaft but can't remember which way it goes back on. I see a slash mark on the top of the shaft, is there a certain way that it installs...
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Forum: Parts & Accessories
12-07-2012, 11:23 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 744
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Forum: Troubleshooting
10-26-2012, 07:19 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,567
Re: Snapped Timing Chain (UPDATE)
Took the engine apart, including splitting the cases, found all the broken parts. Put new piston/rings (stock) honed the cylinder - compression 160 lbs. Cleaned and lapped the valves. New gaskets....
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Forum: Parts & Accessories
10-26-2012, 06:20 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 744
WANTED: Valve Cover
Anyone have a valve cover for sale - mine has a crack in it, tried to repair it still leaks.
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Forum: Troubleshooting
09-19-2012, 11:45 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,567
Re: Snapped Timing Chain
It survived but is well worn. Found replacement parts on fleabay - a lot cheaper than the dealer. When I get the parts I'll post back my progress.
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Forum: Troubleshooting
09-18-2012, 07:28 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,567
Re: Snapped Timing Chain
Finally found the time to work on the GZ; The timing chain did snap and damage was good, but the piston, cylinder are ok.
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-02-2012, 10:49 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,567
Re: Snapped Timing Chain
I don't plan to order any parts until I strip down the engine and see what has happened. I've rebuilt three Harley engines so this one should be easier ( I hope) but it will be a lot lighter to lift...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-01-2012, 07:03 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,567
Re: Snapped Timing Chain
Timing chain or cam chain, same thing. Runs from the crankshaft to the cylinder head. Parts prices aren't that bad, it'll be a fun project.
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-31-2012, 12:36 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,567
Snapped Timing Chain
The timing chain on my son's 2001 snapped while out riding yesterday. Luckily he coasted to a stop.
Looking at rebuilding the engine within a few weeks, have to get parts first (gaskets/chain)....
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Forum: Troubleshooting
06-05-2012, 03:23 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,655
Re: Stator or Voltage Regulator
I checked the stator it's putting out 60 volts AC at about 5000 rpm and its not shorted to ground. I think the volt regulator is the problem.
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Forum: Troubleshooting
06-05-2012, 01:19 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,655
Stator or Voltage Regulator
The battery in my 2001 keeps dying. At idle the battery charges at 14.2 volts, as I increase the throttle the voltage drops to 13.2 but still charges the battery. Suspect my 3 yr old battery needs...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-22-2010, 08:48 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,210
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-22-2010, 08:29 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,210
Re: Cross Threaded Spark Plug Hole
I'll find out tomorrow when I start the bike. Have to let the gasket sealant on the valve cover set for the night. The machine shop did a good job of rethreading the spark plug hole, but advised me...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-22-2010, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,210
Re: Cross Threaded Spark Plug Hole
Since I had the carb off to remove the head I decided to clean it. The bike has been fouling spark plugs for years.
The cap was on the mixture screw from the factory. I drilled out the cap and...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-22-2010, 08:05 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,210
Re: Cross Threaded Spark Plug Hole
Got the head off and here's a pic of the piston top, lots of metal shavings and carbon buildup. New gaskets came in yesterday (base and headgasket) now to put it all back together. Local machine...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-14-2010, 07:07 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,210
Re: Cross Threaded Spark Plug Hole
Going to pull the cylinder head and take it to a machine shop and have it done right. I have the manual, any tricks getting the head off?
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-13-2010, 01:04 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,210
Re: Cross Threaded Spark Plug Hole
Yes I tried that but it keeps going into the threads he screwed up. I was thinking of getting a thread chaser - what size would I need?
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-13-2010, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,210
Cross Threaded Spark Plug Hole
My son decided to change the spark plug and cross threaded the hole. He got the plug about 3/4 was in and of course it won't go any further. I got it out but what's the best was to fix it???
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Forum: Troubleshooting
09-06-2008, 11:35 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 717
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Forum: Troubleshooting
09-06-2008, 09:08 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 717
Carb Parts Missing
My wifes bike (2001) runs like crap so I'm doing the shim mod and to my surprise there is no spring on the needle, just the needle, spacer, circlip and washer. I checked the microfiche and it shows...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
06-01-2008, 07:28 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 933
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Forum: Troubleshooting
06-01-2008, 06:35 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 933
Uneven Wear Front Brake Pads
I installed new pads about 2 months ago and now I'm getting a very loud squealing noise from the front brakes. I checked the pads and the left (outside pad) is just about worn out and the inside pad...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
05-18-2008, 05:34 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 815
Carb Problems Solved (hopefully)
My sons 01 was having problems bogging down at high speed. The header pipes are a golden brown colour!! I finally pulled the carb and found a real surprize. The white spacer on the needle had been...
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