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1988 rebuild update

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    Calum
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    Not how I'd do it. Replace the item, it's cheap enough new from Yamaha.

    Ultimately if that part starts to weep, you're going to run your bike lean, and before you know it, you'll burn a hole through your piston, as well as your wallet.

    And people wonder why DT's can be in right dog states.

    Always Originate, Never Pirate!

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      Not how I'd do it. Replace the item, it's cheap enough new from Yamaha.

      Ultimately if that part starts to weep, you're going to run your bike lean, and before you know it, you'll burn a hole through your piston, as well as your wallet.

      And people wonder why DT's can be in right dog states.

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      declan
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      @calum well obviously new parts are adviseable

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        No notification of delivery yet, maybe tomorrow, would only use old one as emergency spare if I was satisfied it was serviceable. Lasted a fair few years so new one will last a while, will probably replace the 89 as well when I get that far, peace of mind and no disappointment

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          No notification of delivery yet, maybe tomorrow, would only use old one as emergency spare if I was satisfied it was serviceable. Lasted a fair few years so new one will last a while, will probably replace the 89 as well when I get that far, peace of mind and no disappointment

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          @oldman did they have to order it? If so I've had it a few times now where they have refunded and sent me a email to say the part had been discontinued,

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            I'm worried that some of the perishable items like these will run out. Hopefully if there is enough demand Yamaha or a 3rd party will step in and do a production run.

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              @oldman did they have to order it? If so I've had it a few times now where they have refunded and sent me a email to say the part had been discontinued,

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              @andrewj1680 said in 1988 rebuild update:

              @oldman did they have to order it? If so I've had it a few times now where they have refunded and sent me a email to say the part had been discontinued,

              Ordered from csml, haven't had a failed delivery yet, shows in stock, will let you know when I receive delivery notification.

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                At a loose end this eve so decided to start stripping down white 89 bike, all went well and overall in better condition at the start from the 88. Couple of minor defects found, looks like the rear caliper was resprayed with the pads in place, fair bit of overspray on other items. Draining oil overnight and continue tomorrow, will start new thread for this one.0_1506115790935_20170922_222208.jpg

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                  Intake due tomorrow, going to get the old one off ready, fingers crossed!

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                    As per my other post fitted 89 intake to bike, marked 3et for flat side carb, my 88 had the intake for the original type carb so someone has fitted a flat side at some point. Should have twigged really but there you go. Changed the main jet for 210 as per original spec seeing as I had the original exhaust back on, started straight away when I put it all back together, with a few carb adjustments running well, need to ride it now, will try and book an mot as soon as possible and when time allows.

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                      As per my other post fitted 89 intake to bike, marked 3et for flat side carb, my 88 had the intake for the original type carb so someone has fitted a flat side at some point. Should have twigged really but there you go. Changed the main jet for 210 as per original spec seeing as I had the original exhaust back on, started straight away when I put it all back together, with a few carb adjustments running well, need to ride it now, will try and book an mot as soon as possible and when time allows.

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                      @oldman I just love the way that you have stripped the bike down, but left one wing mirror on!!! LOLLLLLZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ 🙂

                      SEDUCED BY THE DARK SIDE!!!

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                        It's bloody uncomfortable riding it like that😁

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                          Those of you who have been following the rebuild will know I was able to get original graphics from Italy, but wanted to save those for if and when I am able to find better panels. So I had copies made to use on the existing panels and have just fitted them to the bike. Looks much better as it originally left the factory, but comparing with original photo one graphic is missing and not in the pack from Italy. If you have one knocking around I could borrow to get copied would be grateful and pay all postage costs (special delivery), and I will give you a big smile in return😁 In the photos below it is on the right hand scoop continuing on to tank past the hole in the scoop.! 0_1507133557990_20171004_161302-960x960.jpg 0_1507133578028_20171004_161314-960x960.jpg

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                            0_1507133723288_20171004_161302-960x960.jpg

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                              Calum
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                              Oh I want it I want it I want it! Love it in red. Good luck getting that last graphic.

                              Always Originate, Never Pirate!

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                                Going to ring reproduction co and see if they can make given dimensions, fingers crossed.

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                                  Very nice, great job! Wish I had the time & money create such a piece of art

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                                    Result, sending template up and graphics will be complete!

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                                      Taken for mot, first time on the road following rebuild, all ok, no advisories. Oil seal on power valve letting by, have a new one already so just that to do and road tax0_1507214532290_20171005_153653-1632x1224.jpg

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                                        That looks mint

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                                        • O oldman

                                          Taken for mot, first time on the road following rebuild, all ok, no advisories. Oil seal on power valve letting by, have a new one already so just that to do and road tax0_1507214532290_20171005_153653-1632x1224.jpg

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                                          @oldman Looks damn sweet dude - cracking job!!! :thumbsup_tone1:

                                          SEDUCED BY THE DARK SIDE!!!

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