strategies for adjusting idle mixture screws with carbs on bike
06-05-2012, 01:04 PM
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strategies for adjusting idle mixture screws with carbs on bike
title says it all....those of you who adjust them with it carbs on the bike, what tools do you use?
they're slotted on my bike (thanks speedkelly) but I don't have any screw driver or tool I can fit in there with my hand.
adjusting them off the bike is unacceptably slow/inaccurate...
edit: google is my friend? found that motionpro screw driver...going to be useful for other crap I do on european cars as well so I went ahead and ordered one
they're slotted on my bike (thanks speedkelly) but I don't have any screw driver or tool I can fit in there with my hand.
adjusting them off the bike is unacceptably slow/inaccurate...
edit: google is my friend? found that motionpro screw driver...going to be useful for other crap I do on european cars as well so I went ahead and ordered one
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06-05-2012, 01:50 PM
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Pixe's? Little Irish leprechaun folks. Very small childern (kind of like Nike slave labor?)
Idea's ???
Attach a slotted screwdriver bit to a thimble place on pinkie and turn??
Good luck! no really?
Idea's ???
Attach a slotted screwdriver bit to a thimble place on pinkie and turn??
Good luck! no really?
06-05-2012, 04:02 PM
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You should like the MotionPro tool, I am happy with mine. I had another bike (inline 4) so it was very useful.
The tool will also help to make carb synch adjustments. It includes a 1/4 square drive socket adapter. Plug in a 7mm? socket and it works quite well for the synch screw.
The tool will also help to make carb synch adjustments. It includes a 1/4 square drive socket adapter. Plug in a 7mm? socket and it works quite well for the synch screw.
06-05-2012, 05:49 PM
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Yeah that Motion Pro tool is nice! I picked one up awhile back. I took the detent out of it as it kind of hampered the feel. The carb heater hoses are kind of in the way so I thought about getting rid of them next time I take the carbs off to make it easier to get to the screws. That kit also comes with the D shaped adaptor so you do'nt have to slot your screws.
06-05-2012, 06:45 PM
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Here is the only one that I think will work on our crazy carb dimensions. BUT you still gotta slot the screw with a dremmel fiirst.....Amazon.com: Motion Pro Pilot Screw Adjusting Tool 08-0119: Automotive
Before buying it I made this monstrosity from 1/4 sockets, a closed wrench, hose clamps and universal joints. It didnt quite work......But brilliant none the less
Before buying it I made this monstrosity from 1/4 sockets, a closed wrench, hose clamps and universal joints. It didnt quite work......But brilliant none the less
06-06-2012, 02:30 AM
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The tool I have looks like this: Motion Pro 90 Degree 1/4" Hex Driver
When first purchased, the D shaped attachment was too fat and would not fit into the pilot screw bore. Some time spent with the bit in a drill, clamped on a vise (used like a lathe) and an angle grinder made the tool perform as it should.
When first purchased, the D shaped attachment was too fat and would not fit into the pilot screw bore. Some time spent with the bit in a drill, clamped on a vise (used like a lathe) and an angle grinder made the tool perform as it should.
06-06-2012, 05:15 AM
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I made one a few years ago using brake tubing. I put a 90 deg. bend in it, made a 1" piece with a d shaped crimp to fit the pilot. Then put a piece of speedometer cable through the bent tubing, and crimped the small piece on the end, then crimped another short piece on the other end to use as a handle. Worked great, I actually have to dig it out, since I just ditched the k&n and re-jetted. Total cost, about $5.
06-06-2012, 08:57 AM
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The price is cheaper now than when I made the purchase years ago. I think I paid $100 for it back then.
06-06-2012, 09:50 AM
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Yeah I have sort of a cheapness gene. I always believe I can do it cheaper (and better). I searched for a couple days on that tool.
Even with 5 bikes I didnt figure I would use it often enuff and have only had bad experience with those d-shaped screws. If it was a viable drive system you would see it everywhere. Its actually a tamper resistant screw.
I got one hawk perfect but still tinkering with the other. Its 2.5 turns out right?
Even with 5 bikes I didnt figure I would use it often enuff and have only had bad experience with those d-shaped screws. If it was a viable drive system you would see it everywhere. Its actually a tamper resistant screw.
I got one hawk perfect but still tinkering with the other. Its 2.5 turns out right?
06-06-2012, 11:49 AM
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I think 2.5 turns is a good starting point. I honestly do not know where mine are set since I tweak them until it runs perfectly. Pretty sure that the front is set a little leaner than the rear.
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