It could very well be. As a double check here are the frame serial numbers from the FSB VF500 #2, 1984 VF500F Engine Replacement, July 1984....
Hi All, Has anyone removed the plugs inside the clip-ons for the VF500F? I'm curious to know what if anything is inside. [IMG] Thx!
Well done Slow. Hope this solves the carb snafu. Please keep us posted.
+1 on the carb insulators (AKA boots). These become less pliable with age and replacing them with new will make the installation much easier....
No real shortcuts when talking about carburetors. IMO, it would be best to pull the carbs and carefully inspect all the circuits. On a side...
Very odd. Sabotage by Florida gremlins?
Thanks for the 411.
Interesting point. Are the slide springs different on the front vs the rear carburetors on this model?
If you have inspected the slides and they are moving freely and the jet needle is seating correctly then this is not an issue. I was a bit...
Welcome! Without knowing the mechanical history I would recommend, as a first step purchasing a copy of the Factory Service Manual. With this...
Super job! Well done.
I've found many an online parts fiche to be unreliable as well. Glad to hear you were able to source the cam. Hope all goes well with the install.
Is one of the vacuum slides hanging up? IIRC, weren't these carbs rebuilt a few months back?
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+1 Well noted.
More info can be found here: http://vfrworld.com/forums/1st-2nd-generation-1983-1989/29316-1986-interceptor-500-fuel-petcock.html Good luck and...
If I could ask, could you please post a photo or two of the 'evolved' cam design? Thx.
+1. As a first step bleed the hydraulic clutch line and replace with new brake fluid.
This is my understanding as well.* * Revising my answer. After looking through the FSM and not finding any information on this subject, I...
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