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@skydoc_17How much difference is there between adding the shim kit to the slider needle versus relocating the C-clip to the next groove on the needle?

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Just found some additional interesting info on lighting https://brightsource.ca/Compliant Lighting Info CANADA 062918.pdf An interesting point in the document was this one {{ It is unlawful to use LED or HID bulbs in a headlamp that originally came with Halogen bulbs }} check out pages 3,4 & 5. and this HEAD LIGHT BRIGHTNESS REG.pdf

seems a common issue with 2nd gens switch to 1st gen ..............

Pinch the key in a vise with some flat bar on both sides to avoid vise jaw marks and you might salvage it and soak the lock in penetrating oil for a few days.

Yup they are junk! I will second Carl's suggestion to check out the source he posted a link to for the diaphragms. I have purchased from them on several occasions and am currently running their diaphragms in my present bike. another popular source is https://www.siriusconinc.com/search_result.php?search=search&make=2&model=xvz1300&part=1&partno=&x=36&y=11 The only thing is I believe they do not supply the slider but if you can come up with some good used sliders and need diaphragms these are good sources.

lumvmy40 is correct on all accounts although you should have no issue detecting a slipping clutch. One thing with these V4's to keep in mind they run so well even on three cylinders that you don't notice sometimes that one cylinder is not firing until you try pulling up a grade in around the 2000 rpm range or find yourself down shifting on a hard pull or uphill grade sooner than you normally would. Though the Gen 2 is not as a quick as the Gen 1 specially the MK1 (83-85) they still are no slouch for a big bike with a stock engine. Check and make sure its firing on all four ( it may be something as simple as a bad plug ). Simplest place to start is to check and make sure you have spark on all four cylinders and if you do try a new set of plugs ( even a set of new plugs can sometimes have a faulty one ). f the bike had been sitting I would drain all the fuel including the carbs, replace with fresh gas and half a can of Seafoam to a full tank and take it for a good run keeping my rpms closer to the upper rpm range Who knows when the bike last had a valve set, it may be overdue which leaves the chance that there is not enough valve clearance which can compromise your compression values because if the valves are too tight they may not fully seat or have a longer open time than they should. So going over your valve settings is always a good idea. Carb issues is another thing to consider. whether it has had ethanol free gas or not crud can still build up in carb if it has been sitting. as the gas ages it begins to separate as volatile vapors evaporate from the gas. Sliders may become sticky and diaphragms may get old and brittle or just develop pin holes this were removing the diaphragms and sliders to inspect them is a good idea and while they are out give the carb a good flushing with a quality carb cleaner. Note as good as seafoam is as an additive, as a cold cleaning spray it is not as good as some of the more carb cleaning sprays. Even though it may have always used ethanol free gas keep in mind all gas still contains a small degree of moisture. As well depending on how often the bike has sat for long stretches there is condensation within the tank to consider. The lower the fuel level in the tank the more free surface area within the tank the more condensation/moisture accumulates in the tank. If the bike is never ridden with the valve in the reserve position this can allow for a nice collection of water to develop in the tank. ( I ride with the bike in reserve at all times except when on long road trips so that gas is always picked up from the lowest point in the tank to avoid accumulation of contaminates in the lower section of the tank ).

Make sure you take the kitty out of the litter before you use it especially if it's a white kitty

Or -- if the squelch is turned all the way down the slightest CB signal even if it is only a silent carrier wave will cause the radio to cut out since CB takes priority The higher you set your squelch the stronger the CB signal needs to be to over ride your radio or just turn the CB off.

Or you can remove the lower screw on the middle gear cover. Its the one with the copper washer.

Here is a link to the canadian standard as you can see it is not actually clear cut as aiming angle appears to be part of the factor. Check out pages 83 and 84 for the charts re Motorcycles. I imagine the US standard is much similar. Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment - 108_tsd_rev_5r.pdf

Here @BlueSkyis my preference. https://www.piaa.com/store/p/159-H4-XTreme-White-Plus-Single-Halogen-Bulb.aspx The silver-star ultra is a good second choice and easier to find. I have tried a couple LED Lights but found that though they are brighter the projection and contrast is poor. I want to see objects in time to stop not just right in front of me as I am about to hit it. Some have found LEDS that do seem to focus but my advice is if you want to go LED replace the whole headlight with a quality LED sealed beam.

According to the wiring schematics that is what it is and if as @sleepy2 states finding one is not easy, I do not see if one had the proper pin-out diagram why an adapter cord could not be made up to make an aftermarket CD changer work. Also found this: Clarion 6 CD Changer Options full article.pdf

And here I thought you only specialized in selling old oil

Basically it should be an H4 or equivalent. you can also use 9003

I agree it remained civil though at times it may have come close to teetering on the edge even. At the end of the day, I do believe both sides of the discussion gained food for thought, I know I certainly did.

You got my vote. I think we are just going in circles now.

If I recall the only article I posted that did make a comment of that nature I quickly deleted after I re-read it and realized what was being said, because there is no way I would condone nor even entertain such a sentiment, And if you saw it you must have caught it just after I posted it and just before I deleted it.

I have been told I am a pretty good whistler even by total strangers in passing. However I do not know if I spit when I whistle as I try not to whistle into the wind.

@ReinyRoosterIf you get together all the items you want done including the carb sync and electrical work you mentioned in another thread, and don't mind taking a ride to Burlington, I can help you out with all of these things if you want. just let me know. If you wish to chat my number is in my profile.

The vent was in the wall ceiling height at one end of the board table so those at the far end from the vent got it while those at the end near the vent did not. The infected person was apparently sitting somewhere midway along the board table. I am a big time pretty constant whistler and quite often whistle without being aware that I am doing it. There have been a few occasions were I have been asked not to whistle by individuals who fear that if I were symptomatic that my whistling might spread the virus should I unknowingly be infected. Whether or not there is any truth to this I do not know, and though I was pretty sure I had no virus to share. I guess I could have dug my heels in and stated there is no proof of that plus it is my personal right to whistle if I want but instead out of respect for their concerns, I no longer whistle accept when I am alone. The way I saw it, it was no skin off my nose, to refrain from whistling while at the same time it put the other persons at ease and avoided a go nowhere conflict, at the same time.

Early on when covid broke out there was a case in were a board meeting had taken place. It turned out one of the attendees had covid and as a result other attendees contracted it. The interesting thing here was an air vent in the wall at one end of the room. those who sat down wind from the infected attendee caught covid but those who sat upwind between the sick person and the vent did not

It appears you have an 83 and so yes lumvy40 is correct it is there to absorb vibrations so that you don't. So @luvmy40wins a cigar.

Of course the compassion and sympathy for the millions who have died annually from obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, pneumonia, flu, drugs, suicide, car accidents, abortion etc etc is and always has been there. Billions have been spent on research,, drugs treatments and whatever else to try to resolve these issues in attempts to improve the quality of life or cure these people suffering from these afflictions And yet no one is screaming conspiracy theory or squawking about the huge profits corporations make, selling cold and flu remedies, or weight loss cures. But enter covid a sickness readily spread and to a varying degree deadly we have people screaming conspiracy and everything else. These other illness's just have not come up for debate,, mostly because none with the exception of the flu or a cold in this group can infect another. A diabetic can not give diabetes to another person and so on. These same people also suffer because of covid because much of the resources that could go towards helping these people is diverted to fighting covid, which is not a sickness you can just say sorry Mr covid we can,t deal with you now because we are still dealing with stuff that came before you. With a bit of cooperation and a bit of community group effort from everyone we stand a better chance of defeating covid so that we can all go back to helping those that are now being sidelined because of covid.

Best way is to remove the 4 screws that hold the diaphragm covers in place. then remove the covers and finally carefully remove the diaphragms and sliders. This will give you good access to vacuum out a good portion of the silt and dirt. You can even place the covers back on without the diaphragms to cover the hole. Then hook the vacuum hose to the top of the carb. While you have the diaphragms out check them over carefully for any pin holes, tears or severe distortion-ed material. Inspect the sliders and bores for any severe scoring. As long as everything appears to be acceptable once you have cleaned out as much dirt as you can put it all back together. On the needle end of the slider there is a hole in the end make sure this hole is rotated to the 6 o-clock position before you slide it in and do not over tighten the screws.