Harmonizer Vacuum Multi-Tool -- It ain't your Daddy's Twinmax - Page 67

TrailCruiser · 03-12-2013, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnjen

Are familiar with how to use a differential manometer.

JJ

Yes, though I'll refresh my memory by reading the manual and reviewing various videos on it. Thanks for the tips, will heed all notes.

twinrider · 03-12-2013, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnjen

Yes you can
IF you use a new battery
Pay attention to the sensitivity when starting the engine (turned down to min)
Make sure the TwinMax is operating properly (reverse the hoses and makes sure the reading reverses accurately)
Makes sure that the hoses don't leak (especially when using extensions)
Are familiar with how to use a differential manometer.

JJ

Sounds like a pita

I'd just sell it in the flea market.

johnjen · 03-12-2013, 04:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by twinrider

Sounds like a pita

I'd just sell it in the flea market.

Yeah, it is a PIA in comparison.

The Harmonizer is WAY easier, more accurate, less subject to 'external' influences (especially battery drain) and much more repeatable in the real world.

The TwinMax was a useful tool if you knew how to use it and get around it's foibles.

But that was then, this is now.

The Harmonizer is WAY superior, in every way.

JJ

GS Addict · 03-12-2013, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnjen

Yeah, it is a PIA in comparison.

The Harmonizer is WAY easier, more accurate, less subject to 'external' influences (especially battery drain) and much more repeatable in the real world.

The TwinMax was a useful tool if you knew how to use it and get around it's foibles.

But that was then, this is now.

The Harmonizer is WAY superior, in every way.

JJ

+1

JimVonBaden · 03-12-2013, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TrailCruiser

Guys, just bought a new '13 R1200RT and have a TwinMax left over from previous boxers years ago. I get that the Harmonizer is better, and I'm tempted to order one anyway, but I'm spending money like crazy farkling this new bike up and wanted to ask if I can get a decent sync job with the TwinMax. Any thoughts from those who have used a TwinMax?

ps. don't mean to hijack the thread.

Sincing with the Twinmax: http://www.bmwbmw.org/forums/viewtop...y+sync#p120643

You can do it with a Harmonizer, a Carbstix or a manometer. Basically all the same.

Jim

GS Addict · 03-12-2013, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimVonBaden

Sincing with the Twinmax: http://www.bmwbmw.org/forums/viewtop...y+sync#p120643

You can do it with a Harmonizer, a Carbstix or a manometer. Basically all the same.

Jim

And monitor the RPM accurately at the same time? NOT!

JimVonBaden · 03-12-2013, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GS Addict

And monitor the RPM accurately at the same time? NOT!

Difficult, but not impossible. The RPMs, as you know, do not have to be a precise number, just steady in the range. A throttle lock makes it simple.

Jim

GS Addict · 03-12-2013, 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimVonBaden

Difficult, but not impossible. The RPMs, as you know, do not have to be a precise number, just steady in the range. A throttle lock makes it simple.

Jim

Idle RPM must be set accurately.

a2zworks · 03-13-2013, 03:25 AM

I ordered yesterday from OZ, I wonder what the lead time is, does any one know?

Zebedee · 03-13-2013, 03:54 AM

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Originally Posted by a2zworks

I ordered yesterday from OZ, I wonder what the lead time is, does any one know?

I'm in NZ and my order was placed last Friday.

I'll let you know when it turns up, but the estimated delivery times seem realistic ...

John

JimVonBaden · 03-13-2013, 04:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GS Addict

Idle RPM must be set accurately.

I see, I thought you were talking off idle. On the R1100/1150 you can do that with the tach, on the R1200 you cannot set it at all. What am I missing?

Jim

stevie88 · 03-13-2013, 01:14 PM

Mine arrived today and the mere threat of it being used immediately made my bikes run better. As the woman of my dreams said to me, "what an impressive tool".

Oggie · 03-13-2013, 01:40 PM

Got mine today too

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lanceputnam · 03-13-2013, 05:05 PM

Got mine, looks great!

Where can I go to see how to use all the features and perhaps download a manual? The website on the harmonizer doesn't work. Thanks!

Lance

a2zworks · 03-13-2013, 05:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zebedee

I'm in NZ and my order was placed last Friday.

I'll let you know when it turns up, but the estimated delivery times seem realistic ...

John

Thanks John

03-13-2013, 03:25 AM	#999
a2zworks n00b Joined: Mar 2013 Oddometer: 3	Ordered I ordered yesterday from OZ, I wonder what the lead time is, does any one know?

03-13-2013, 01:14 PM	#1002
stevie88 That's gotta hurt Joined: Jan 2005 Location: The place dad always warned me about Oddometer: 13,926	Mine arrived today and the mere threat of it being used immediately made my bikes run better. As the woman of my dreams said to me, "what an impressive tool". __________________ "There are no bad guys, only good guys and mother fuckers." stevie88 screwed with this post 03-13-2013 at 01:34 PM

03-13-2013, 05:05 PM	#1004
lanceputnam Hayden's Dad Joined: Oct 2010 Location: Albuquerque, NM Oddometer: 340	Got mine, looks great! Where can I go to see how to use all the features and perhaps download a manual? The website on the harmonizer doesn't work. Thanks! Lance __________________ So others may live... 2012 BMW R1200 GS-Rallye

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Oggie Adventurer Joined: Feb 2012 Location: NOVA Oddometer: 70	Got mine today too Sent from my Galaxy S2 using Tapatalk 2