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4835
Sure sounds like the float level gets high because of the float needles/ seats not working properly. I may bae able to get all as needed. Frank ...
motorbikebiz
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Jun 1, 2005
7:40 pm
4836
$40+ each is cheap for you huh? At least that's what they were the last time I bought some, they are probably more now. Man, my budget must really be...
Jamie Daugherty
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Jun 1, 2005
10:36 pm
4837
So to evreyone's knowledge, the 86 model head changes fixed the cam problems that previous vf500f models had? I ask this because I have just inherited a 1986...
Ernie619
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Jun 2, 2005
12:12 am
4838
Hey Ian, Fill to oil level top, approximately 3 quarts with filter. The coolant capacitie, just fill to the top. Frank Motorcycle Medic at...
motorbikebiz
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Jun 2, 2005
4:50 am
4839
I just got to thinking I have a VF500 I am parting out the engine has a bad rod. The body work is horriable and the front forks toast, Good rear wheel...
motorbikebiz
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Jun 2, 2005
5:20 pm
4840
Where are you based Frank? I'm down south so I will need to take into account freight/exchange rates etc Short term I am looking for the left hand handlebar...
Iain Oliver
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Jun 2, 2005
7:06 pm
4841
What changes? There were only minor edits to the 86 model but nothing was done to correct this problem. Honda did not fix this until 88, but of course by...
Jamie Daugherty
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Jun 3, 2005
11:01 am
4842
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jenny05biker
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Jun 3, 2005
12:15 pm
4843
Hi Guys Anyone discovered an easier way of refitting these damn things? Last time I had to use a piece of timber to lever them in. This time I am considering...
Iain
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Jun 4, 2005
3:32 pm
4844
Ian, You should take a look back in the posts (2-3 weeks ago ?). Someone told about a "home" procedure to refit the carbs back in their "holes". From what I...
noelauger
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Jun 4, 2005
4:22 pm
4845
This is not a easy task, but here are some hints and some words from the shop manual. SOme hints I got from this use group and other places, USe silicon spray...
plaskowski
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Jun 5, 2005
12:37 pm
4846
The heads had a redesign which had the line bored cams fitted. Also the cam caps have 5 bolts versus 4 bolts, the far ends of the cam cap now go over the...
plaskowski
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Jun 5, 2005
1:03 pm
4847
Good advice on warming the boots before assembly. This step help out a ton....
Jacob Krycka
jimmywarpster
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Jun 5, 2005
3:48 pm
4848
... From: "Iain" <iain.oliver@...> To: <VF500F@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Saturday, June 04, 2005 11:32 AM Subject: [VF500F] &^%$ Carb fitment ... 1. Buy...
joethorn@...
babyceptor
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Jun 6, 2005
12:13 pm
4849
Good tips, I also used new boots it makes a big difference (the old boots get quite hard over time/heat/gas exposure). ... leave them ... string, ... off. ... ...
plaskowski
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Jun 6, 2005
2:45 pm
4850
And make sure they are warm and lube them with oil ... From: "Iain" <iain.oliver@...> To: <VF500F@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Saturday, June 04, 2005 11:32...
clay smith
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Jun 6, 2005
4:51 pm
4851
Thanks to all for the assistance with the carbs. Took < 5-minutes to reinstall using a small qty of silcone lubricant and a heat gun. _____ From:...
Iain Oliver
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Jun 7, 2005
8:52 am
4852
http://www.avalanchehost.com/~joey/Chera.wmv In the middle of the clip is a short pic of my in my new Stitch. Gear issues: 1. My Stitch leaked at the crotch...
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babyceptor
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Jun 7, 2005
12:09 pm
4853
Is there a complete VF500 factory manual on CD? I've emailed the CD sellers on EBay and haven't found one yet. I did download one in german in case anyone here...
buttdog2001
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Jun 7, 2005
5:04 pm
4854
Hello buttdog2001, I am not good in translating german to english but you can try bablefish. Its an internet based translating prog. With this you are even...
David Esser
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Jun 7, 2005
9:17 pm
4855
When you see the bad guys in the movies peel the paint off the car by hand... What is that paint ?? is it latex ?? Figure it might be an economical way to...
sixgill69
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Jun 7, 2005
9:56 pm
4856
When we paint cranes, we grease anything we don't want painted, then spray paint it. The paint will peel off where ever the grease was. PAM would probably...
clay smith
buttdog2001
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Jun 8, 2005
12:47 pm
4857
awesome pics; thanks so much for sharing; good for me to view, since i'm moving to the mountains, and haven't ridden on alot of curves yet. awesome cam...
helen souranoff
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Jun 8, 2005
3:49 pm
4858
Does anyone know where I can find some rotors for an 85 VF500 Interceptor? Thanks, Brandon __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? ...
BRANDON DENMON
rotsky69
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Jun 9, 2005
11:16 am
4859
Try eBay, I bought 4 used cams (3 in excellent condition, 1 in fair) for my 85 VF500F for $20 (including shipping). I found you have to keep coming back since...
plaskowski
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Jun 9, 2005
2:42 pm
4860
Hi Brandon, Do you want new or used? Jim ... From: VF500F@yahoogroups.com [mailto:VF500F@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of BRANDON DENMON Sent: Thursday, June 09,...
Jim & Sandy Farnsworth
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Jun 9, 2005
11:54 pm
4861
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jenny05biker
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Jun 10, 2005
1:43 am
4862
used is fine given they are in good condition Jim & Sandy Farnsworth <jfarns@...> wrote: Hi Brandon, Do you want new or used? Jim ... From:...
BRANDON DENMON
rotsky69
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Jun 10, 2005
3:13 am
4863
Hi to all I have reassembled by VF500f and run her up (complete with a slow speed on-road trial). One (more to follow no doubt) question remains: What is the...
Iain
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Jun 11, 2005
7:04 am
4864
87 octane in the us is ideal, but I think you guys use different ratings. The lowest octane you can get will produce more HP and run better. ... From: "Iain"...
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babyceptor
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Jun 11, 2005
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