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CaptChrome replied to the thread Xs400s 1980 carbs help.
The latter - you adjust the floats so that the valve closes at a set level in the bowl.
Sep 28, 2023 at 6:09 PM -
CaptChrome liked JPaganel's post in the thread 1978 XS400 2E flat track build.
You necroposted five years later to say that? Wow...
Sep 28, 2023 at 6:05 PM -
kebabs replied to the thread Xs400s 1980 carbs help.
hi you guys hope yous got the issue resolved. my problems are just beginning. lol.how much should the float needle be open before fuel...
Sep 28, 2023 at 7:05 AM -
tosaxs400 liked JPaganel's post in the thread 1978 XS400 2E flat track build.
You necroposted five years later to say that? Wow...
Sep 27, 2023 at 9:31 AM -
JPaganel replied to the thread 1978 XS400 2E flat track build.
You necroposted five years later to say that? Wow...
Sep 26, 2023 at 10:17 AM -
kebabs replied to the thread petcock question.
me again.lol.got it going temp tank and carbs connected with that fuel pipe.idles best at 3.5 turn outs with air screws .I've noticed...
Sep 26, 2023 at 9:56 AM -
kebabs replied to the thread petcock question.
temp tank fitted no joy difficult to start cutting out when idling. only difference was no misfires .doubt I'm stripping down these...
Sep 26, 2023 at 7:36 AM -
kebabs replied to the thread petcock question.
lol.thats what I'm starting to think.temporary tank getting rigged up today. I'll see what happens .thanks
Sep 26, 2023 at 1:35 AM -
CaptChrome liked cef0's post in the thread GUIDE,STR CHAIN 1L9-15591-00-00.
I found one now waiting for delivery. it seems xs360 and xs250 are using the same part so it might be more successfull to search for...
Sep 25, 2023 at 7:31 PM -
JPaganel replied to the thread petcock question.
Sure the lads at the filling station haven't been pissing in the holding tanks? :D If adding fuel is all you did, could be either...
Sep 25, 2023 at 6:13 PM -
Zippo posted a new thread.
Wheel bearings and spacers
Hello again! I am replacing the wheel bearings and had the damndest time getting them out. In doing so I bent the flange that goes...
Forum: The Garage
Sep 25, 2023 at 5:07 PM -
kebabs replied to the thread petcock question.
God anyone got a match.back out to check the bike.fired up first go.struggled to idle after engine was warm turned the revs up using the...
Sep 25, 2023 at 2:36 PM -
kebabs replied to the thread petcock question.
thanks .would it be a good idea to get them fixed or just keep an eye on the oil level. not by myself too technical for me.
Sep 24, 2023 at 5:29 PM -
JPaganel replied to the thread petcock question.
That might be valve stem seals. Oil leaks past them while parked, then once it burns off, it's clear.
Sep 24, 2023 at 3:18 PM -
tstidham liked cef0's post in the thread GUIDE,STR CHAIN 1L9-15591-00-00.
I found one now waiting for delivery. it seems xs360 and xs250 are using the same part so it might be more successfull to search for...
Sep 24, 2023 at 6:34 AM -
kebabs replied to the thread petcock question.
ment to say .the smoke goes away after about 5 minutes of idling?
Sep 24, 2023 at 2:57 AM -
kebabs replied to the thread petcock question.
ok thanks for that
Sep 24, 2023 at 2:55 AM -
cef0 replied to the thread GUIDE,STR CHAIN 1L9-15591-00-00.
I found one now waiting for delivery. it seems xs360 and xs250 are using the same part so it might be more successfull to search for...
Sep 24, 2023 at 1:00 AM -
CaptChrome replied to the thread petcock question.
I think it narrows down to worn rings/cylinder wall finish and/or bad valve guide oil seals in the head. A compression test of the...
Sep 23, 2023 at 5:58 PM -
kebabs replied to the thread petcock question.
does anyone know about the blue smoke ?
Sep 23, 2023 at 3:58 PM -
kebabs replied to the thread petcock question.
I live in Scotland. no need to worry about dust here.always wet.lol
Sep 23, 2023 at 2:32 PM -
kebabs replied to the thread petcock question.
back in the day I was told set the air screws that give you the fastest idle then lower the idle with the throttle stop screw?
Sep 23, 2023 at 2:28 PM -
kebabs replied to the thread petcock question.
ok pal.thanks for that
Sep 23, 2023 at 2:26 PM -
kebabs replied to the thread petcock question.
thanks for that manual settings are 1 and a quarter turns out from seated.tbh I never tried it but don't think the bike would idle with...
Sep 23, 2023 at 2:23 PM -
JPaganel replied to the thread petcock question.
Plugs mostly foul with oil and soot. What crappy filters do is let cruft into the carbs and make you clean again. And if you ride...
Sep 23, 2023 at 2:21 PM -
kebabs replied to the thread petcock question.
thanks yes getting there slowly but surely. I've ordered another 2 cone filters as the others are filthy that can cause plugs to fowl...
Sep 23, 2023 at 1:51 PM -
JPaganel replied to the thread petcock question.
Eh... Everyone gets there at some point... :D I have an XT350 in the garage right now that is tempting me to take out it's carburetor...
Sep 23, 2023 at 1:34 PM -
tstidham replied to the thread petcock question.
I would reset the air screws (idle jet screws) to the factory settings first. Based on your elevation above sea level, you'll have to...
Sep 23, 2023 at 11:33 AM -
tstidham replied to the thread GUIDE,STR CHAIN 1L9-15591-00-00.
I wonder if we could get a 3d scan of an existing part converted to a 3d print file?
Sep 23, 2023 at 11:19 AM