I believe he mentioned that he "had fire" when he did the sparkplug test.
Newbie classic owner needs help PLEASE!!!
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I believe he mentioned that he "had fire" when he did the sparkplug test.
That's good.
I didn't go back over the entire thread so I forgot and I stand corrected.
Gimme a break, I'm old!! That's my story and I'm stickin' to it
Might as well use old age to weasel out
I didn't go back over the entire thread so I forgot and I stand corrected.
Gimme a break, I'm old!! That's my story and I'm stickin' to it
Might as well use old age to weasel out
Jimmy Sass
Member
Will update progress made in just a bit....thanks again for ALL the advice.
Jimmy Sass
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Alrighty....I took off the air filters. Still nothing happened. I checked the plugs ( they were dry ). Is it normal that whenever you " tickle " the carbs that gas comes seeping down the sides of the button? It seems my options are getting pretty limited. The only other thing I can think of is draining the gas and cleaning the carbs. Is it somewhat easy for someone who isn't a mechanic to clean the carbs?? I have heard this bike sing and I want to be able to hear it again....HELP in Alabama
Yes, the carb ticklers are supposed to do that and it shows you do have fuel to the carbs.
You DID say that you saw a definite spark when you removed the sparkplugs, left the wire leads to one connected, and kicked the bike with the ignition on while the sparkplug touched the engine?
I'm going to recommend a little spray of ether (starting fluid) into the open end of the carbs. You can get it at any auto parts store. Just give each carb a quick shot directly into the opening (where you removed the air filters) then try kicking it with the ignition on.
You DID say that you saw a definite spark when you removed the sparkplugs, left the wire leads to one connected, and kicked the bike with the ignition on while the sparkplug touched the engine?
I'm going to recommend a little spray of ether (starting fluid) into the open end of the carbs. You can get it at any auto parts store. Just give each carb a quick shot directly into the opening (where you removed the air filters) then try kicking it with the ignition on.
From looking at the photos, the carbs are going to need to come off and soak in Chem-Dip.
Ether may get it to fire, but I don't think it'll stay running.
Ether may get it to fire, but I don't think it'll stay running.
I was actually thinking the same thing. But at least if it will fire-up for a second or two, it would prove that it wants to run and would eliminate other sources of the problem.
Then we'd know for sure that the carbs are the problem.
Jimmy Sass
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Saturday morning update.....Ether DID make her wake up but only for a second or two. So does that mean carbs need cleaning?? bad gas??
Yes......it sounds as if a carb cleaning is in order........ although it can't hurt anything to attempt to drain the fuel tank and replace the gas. Of course you'll need to to get that new good gas into the crabs for that to do much good at all.
My guess is that the carbs are gummed. If it was running before, there isn't much chance the timing or valve lash has changed.
A welding tip cleaner can ruin the jets, they are way too rough. I pluck a single strand out of a wire brush (use a pair of pliers and just yank it out). Straighten it out and chop off one end nice and clean. Only use it if the Chem-Dip fails to clear the jets and tiny orifices at the base of the slide housing, one inside, one outside, at the opening that faces the engine.
Here is a link to making your own carb balancing tool - simple and cheap.
https://www.triumphtalk.com/showthread.php/2127-Carb-Sync-Tool-Make-Your-Own
PlanefunMike
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Restored! The orginal air filter system and covers back on. Looks great!!!
+ 1 for the guitar strings.
Jimmy Sass
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The guy that was "watching" over the bike until I was able to pick it up claimed that he cleaned the carbs....I now wonder if he adjusted them incorrectly when he put them back together. How can I find out how they are supposed to be set???
In the classic bike scene we have a thing called "D.P.O." it means Dreaded Previous Owner.
1st rule when working on all new acquisitions, accept that the D.P.O. was a complete fool and did everything incorrectly.
Ok. Please see page one of this thread, and download the manual/s. You will find full instructions for carbs in there.
I was always taught never to use metallic items to clean jets..... use nylon / air if possible.
Good luck.
I was always taught never to use metallic items to clean jets..... use nylon / air if possible.
Good luck.
Jimmy Sass
Member
I have tried on more than once to download the manual...each time I do it says the file is damaged and cannot be opened.
