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Forum: 2 smokers 04-15-2013, 12:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 930
Posted By SprintSix
Another cause may be the floats are filling with...

Another cause may be the floats are filling with gas and not floating anymore. Take it out and shake it. If you hear liquid sloshing its bad.
Forum: 2 smokers 03-26-2013, 03:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 930
Posted By SprintSix
All parts for that carb are still available from...

All parts for that carb are still available from the dealer. Cheap.
Forum: Airheads 03-20-2013, 03:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 574
Posted By SprintSix
bump

bump
Forum: Airheads 03-18-2013, 05:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 574
Posted By SprintSix
http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?46463-5...

http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?46463-5-Front-Wheel-Offset

Link to the offset info on another forum.
Forum: Airheads 03-18-2013, 04:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 574
Posted By SprintSix
Some earlier spoked wheels had offsets. I cant...

Some earlier spoked wheels had offsets. I cant say if a 78 ate snowflake does or not. I found the info on duanes site i believe.

I had this issue with a 77 spoked. The wheel was mounted the...
Forum: 2 smokers 11-19-2012, 01:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,603
Posted By SprintSix
Ohio- Must have title or certificate of origin to...

Ohio- Must have title or certificate of origin to ride anywhere but private property. If your riding private property and the law comes, you will have to prove ownership or have it impounded. This...
Forum: Old's Cool 10-19-2012, 02:11 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 20,360
Posted By SprintSix
Remove caliper from fork. Compress the piston,...

Remove caliper from fork. Compress the piston, air hides there. Hang with line as straight as possible. Use a vacuum pump, go slow. Compress the diaphram on the masters cap before installing.

If...
Forum: Airheads 09-14-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 402
Posted By SprintSix
Heres one near toledo you'll all like. ...

Heres one near toledo you'll all like.

http://jxn.craigslist.org/mcy/3256807027.html
Forum: Airheads 08-03-2012, 05:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 626
Posted By SprintSix
You cant fab your own. They must be stamped USFA....

You cant fab your own. They must be stamped USFA. They also must be on the approved list.
Forum: Hacks 05-29-2012, 05:24 AM
Replies: 1,799
Views: 178,626
Posted By SprintSix
Things I would buy both reliable and Russian. ...

Things I would buy both reliable and Russian.

Mosin-Nagant rifle.

AK-47

Winter clothing.

Vodka.
Forum: 2 smokers 05-28-2012, 02:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,201
Posted By SprintSix
Failing oil pump. Mine did, it would break up in...

Failing oil pump. Mine did, it would break up in the mid range. Sounded lean but was really no oil and seizing. Add some premix to tank, mine revved out after I did. Still had to re-do the top...
Forum: Airheads 05-24-2012, 12:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,058
Posted By SprintSix
Ohio only recognizes frame numbers. They do not...

Ohio only recognizes frame numbers. They do not check the engine. They require the bike be "complete", you cannot just register a frame. It doesnt have to run just be mostly there. If you buy a frame...
Forum: Airheads 04-24-2012, 03:48 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,886
Posted By SprintSix
I think some have missed that they are selling...

I think some have missed that they are selling multiple bikes as NEW. Hence the 15k price tag. Its a business. They claim to have "good part sources" but dont say anything about what is new and what...
Forum: Airheads 04-22-2012, 03:10 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,886
Posted By SprintSix
Uh what thought process leads to making a hybrid...

Uh what thought process leads to making a hybrid BMW/Harley/Ducati? 3 of the biggest brands with fanatic loyal followers. And then charge $20,000. Couldn't you buy the best of brand you like for...
Forum: 2 smokers 03-30-2012, 03:51 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 15,615
Posted By SprintSix
Bump. Dont want to wait another 6 months for the...

Bump. Dont want to wait another 6 months for the next step.

My expansion chamber is close to the same shape. I had to cut off one of the tabs for the toolbox to get it to tuck in closer to the...
Forum: Old's Cool 03-12-2012, 06:10 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,805
Posted By SprintSix
So I know this guy who does world class...

So I know this guy who does world class restorations on /2 and earlier BMW's. Bead blasts all of his engines. He doesen't seem to have a problem, nor do I. Do it piece by piece, wash and blow with...
Forum: 2 smokers 03-05-2012, 03:08 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,434
Posted By SprintSix
Yes, your ok without a battery. I think the...

Yes, your ok without a battery. I think the headlight has direct power from the generator.

You will change the bike from mild to wild with an expansion chamber. Torgue Engineering, Whisperin'...
Forum: Airheads 01-11-2012, 10:02 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,432
Posted By SprintSix
I had an issue like this. everthing lined up ,...

I had an issue like this. everthing lined up , but tighten the last bolt and out of whack. Turned out to be the wheel. Some models/years have an offset to the wheel. I had mounted my tire backwards...
Forum: Airheads 01-09-2012, 01:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,311
Posted By SprintSix
Mercedes and R100

Just for fun.



http://i909.photobucket.com/albums/ac297/Sprintsix/stuff141.jpg
Forum: Old's Cool 12-16-2011, 11:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,770
Posted By SprintSix
They say the Kaw's are 175cc when the leave the...

They say the Kaw's are 175cc when the leave the dealer.
Forum: Airheads 11-29-2011, 03:15 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,597
Posted By SprintSix
Spoke wheels. Only a gotcha if you dont upgrade...

Spoke wheels. Only a gotcha if you dont upgrade your brakes with a smaller master and stainless lines. An extra caliper helps but the line and master, along with proper bleeding will do wonders. Its...
Forum: Old's Cool 11-19-2011, 07:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,980
Posted By SprintSix
Disston your not too old. Maybe to square though....

Disston your not too old. Maybe to square though.

KK- Thats awesome, where did you find it?
Forum: Old's Cool 11-15-2011, 07:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,243
Posted By SprintSix
No first hand experiencce. I have read the...

No first hand experiencce. I have read the results of at least one person. His experience was rebuid right out of the box with brand name componants (bladders seals and such). Some correcting rough...
Forum: Old's Cool 10-08-2011, 04:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,239
Posted By SprintSix
In ohio there are two steps. Salvage repairable,...

In ohio there are two steps. Salvage repairable, you have to repair the bike and take it in for inspection. It doesnt have to run, just be all there. You must show reciepts for anything you replaced...
Forum: Airheads 10-01-2011, 03:50 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,134
Posted By SprintSix
The brembo forks have top out shims. Shimmed...

The brembo forks have top out shims. Shimmed correctly it should eliminate the clunk.

Gold Valves are good. They will not stop the clunk.

Straight answer, no bs, No medication, no opinions.
Forum: Old's Cool 09-23-2011, 11:37 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,211
Posted By SprintSix
Just converted from brembo to ATE. The ATE's...

Just converted from brembo to ATE. The ATE's work very well but not as good as the brembo's. Same components, lines , handlebar MC etc, except the calipers. ATE's take some setup , Brembos just...
Forum: Old's Cool 09-10-2011, 06:55 AM
Replies: 1,024
Views: 126,949
Posted By SprintSix
72 husqvarna wr250

http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/mcy/2581047681.html
Forum: Airheads 09-01-2011, 11:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,689
Posted By SprintSix
Some front spoked wheels up to 77 have a 10mm...

Some front spoked wheels up to 77 have a 10mm offset. I know for sure a 1977 r100s does. I found the info somewhere online, cant remember where. I messed around for at least a week aligning and...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-27-2011, 06:12 AM
Replies: 1,024
Views: 126,949
Posted By SprintSix
1964 r69s

http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/mcy/2533494537.html

Not affiliated. Pristine bike. Nice cars in background, worth looking. $13500
Forum: Old's Cool 08-24-2011, 01:36 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,581
Posted By SprintSix
Isnt there a better path for the r65 hot rod? And...

Isnt there a better path for the r65 hot rod? And why won't you tell him?

To the op, I am not an r65 guy. What I have read, mostly here, you can use shortened r80 cylinders. Everything else...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-23-2011, 12:47 AM
Replies: 265
Views: 49,132
Posted By SprintSix
Try All Balls for a taper bearing replacement....

Try All Balls for a taper bearing replacement. Moose may have as well. You can always measure and get taper bearings from a local bearing supplier. Not dead yet. Coincidently I have a replacement kit...
Forum: Old's Cool 07-19-2011, 02:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 846
Posted By SprintSix
Here is a link to a 250 with honda cb350 forks....

Here is a link to a 250 with honda cb350 forks. Asked him about them and he said direct bolt up.
http://micapeak.com/ysr/devil_duc.html

This guy has parts. He has a lot and will ship. Knows...
Forum: Old's Cool 07-16-2011, 10:51 AM
Replies: 265
Views: 49,132
Posted By SprintSix
2cm is about as far as you can raise without...

2cm is about as far as you can raise without bottoming issues. It does make a noticable difference. I had low bars on when I played with mine, more weight on them directly.

Check your rear axle...
Forum: Old's Cool 07-11-2011, 01:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 859
Posted By SprintSix
No more than $500 each. The 170 may be something?...

No more than $500 each. The 170 may be something? I have a G5 and a ke100. Love em. Way too many,and not good enough for real money. Fun but not $1000 to $2000 worth of fun. You could drink orange...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-20-2011, 11:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,616
Posted By SprintSix
Just confirming what you said. You should...

Just confirming what you said.

You should have good low end power.

You messed with the carbs, thats your starting point.

Do the job right.

By the time your done getting your hands...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-19-2011, 10:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,616
Posted By SprintSix
You should have good low end power. I'm pointing...

You should have good low end power. I'm pointing at fuel because thats what you messed with last. Any of the usual suspects could apply, air, fuel , spark, timing.

Could be as simple as carb...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-19-2011, 09:44 PM
Replies: 266
Views: 22,127
Posted By SprintSix
The wind is far worse headed west than east....

The wind is far worse headed west than east. Ditching as much weight and sail area as possible will help. Pack it in a box and send it home, you should know by mid journey what you are actually...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-03-2011, 07:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,124
Posted By SprintSix
Yes both mine are pre 80. #21 in the pic is what...

Yes both mine are pre 80. #21 in the pic is what I was refering to. Is that a diagram for the old or the new style? Is there a new style?
Forum: Old's Cool 05-03-2011, 01:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,124
Posted By SprintSix
MND the cap #92093 unscrews from the fork lower....

MND the cap #92093 unscrews from the fork lower. I used a vice and a pipe wrench. A little heat helps. heres a diagram. ...
Forum: Old's Cool 04-27-2011, 12:50 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,298
Posted By SprintSix
I am running Continentel Blitz. No longer made...

I am running Continentel Blitz. No longer made but you can still find them. Surprisingly good in the wet.
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