You'll definitely need new floats. If I could make a recommendation, a great tech manual for working on V4 carbs can be found on Mike Nixon's...
Haven't tried this. Interesting idea. On a side note, were all spark plugs replaced at the same time?
IIRC, this bike has 23k on the clock. I would recommend removing the cam covers and inspecting the valve train and setting the valve lash. The...
If going homemade, more intel can be found here:...
Good intel Ron. I think this rebuild would be a great candidate for an instructional video!
For reference, All Balls bearings are manufactured in China.
This sounds like a dangerous condition. As noted, check the bearings before going further.
Re. the Idle Drop Procedure, this actually came from a requirement that an EGA be used when setting the idle. Being creative, Honda came up with...
Good deal. Hope this works out. Keep us posted on the progress.
Are you going to split the cases? It is the only way to 'officially' replace the seal. For a temporary repair:...
+1 on your +1 Lgn. I'm not a proponent of the Idle Drop Procedure. This is more an issue of politics and performance. Adjust the pilot screws...
A great looking ride! [IMG]
If I could suggest, purchase a manometer for your tool collection. It will pay for itself in short order. www.carbtune.com
[IMG] I am not sure the hollow socket will reach the tappet nut. You may need a longer socket or more offset on the handle. Keep us posted!
IIRC, this is an '84 with only 10k on the clock. If you haven't pulled the head yet, another option would be to remove the engine and turn upside...
A good motto for sure!
No sarcasm intended, I was giving a straight-up compliment to creaky's Yankee ingenuity.
Good deal. Always a fan of custom tools. One of my favorites on the Forum, creaky's homemade tappet tool: [IMG]
The tappet nut is 8mm on the VF500F. For reference the OEM offset wrench has 10mm on one side and 8mm on the other: [IMG] [IMG] Good luck with...
31.5k is a decent amount of mileage on the VF500F's valve train. From your description it looks like you have a good find with the local...
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