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by RodneyT
Mon Dec 04, 2023 4:21 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: First start in 10 years
Replies: 28
Views: 2328

Re: First start in 10 years

Problem solved...now running on 2 :) After taking the carbs off and pulling them apart again it turned out to be a blocked fuel filter in one of the lines in the external fuel tank I had set up. Yesterday when I tried to get it running it was the rear cylinder that wouldn't fire; today it was the fr...
by RodneyT
Sun Dec 03, 2023 11:33 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: First start in 10 years
Replies: 28
Views: 2328

Re: First start in 10 years

Thanks Tony Yes, there was fuel in both float bowls and I have a little fuel tank rigged up so no vacuum needed. I forgot to mention that I had previously checked the compressions and they were the same on both cylinders - about 160psi (after I'd squirted a bit of oil down the bore so it wouldn't be...
by RodneyT
Sun Dec 03, 2023 11:42 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: First start in 10 years
Replies: 28
Views: 2328

Re: First start in 10 years

<r>Hi All<br/> I'm having a bit of trouble getting a '97 Storm running that hasn't been run since at least 2017. <br/> It came with a set of later carbs that were nice and clean inside and out. I put new jets, o-rings and gaskets in making sure I had the right ones in the right carbs and set the pil...
by RodneyT
Thu Nov 02, 2023 11:28 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: carb type VPT0B vs VPT3A for a '97 VTR
Replies: 3
Views: 758

Re: carb type VPT0B vs VPT3A for a '97 VTR

Thanks Chris Apologies for belated reply but been away for the last month. Have also had info from a local forum suggesting all the carbs are essentially the same and can be swapped between years. Anyway, the kit I bought here from an Australian company had the A1UF and A1UE Jet needles so may need ...
by RodneyT
Wed Sep 20, 2023 1:20 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Removing choke.
Replies: 18
Views: 1714

Re: Removing choke.

Yep, I agree about leaving the chokes as is. Even in sunny Darwin (30ºC most days) I need a bit of choke to get my VTR started.
by RodneyT
Fri Sep 15, 2023 10:03 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: the saga.
Replies: 11
Views: 825

Re: the saga.

Very sorry to hear you're strapped up. Hopefully not for too long.
I know what it's like...
by RodneyT
Wed Sep 13, 2023 2:06 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Happy birthday RodneyT
Replies: 2
Views: 361

Re: Happy birthday RodneyT

Just saw this now... Thanks guys. Yes, I did have a good birthday - got a project VTR!! Needs a far bit of work as it's not been running for 6 years at least and been stored uncovered with tank and fairings off so you can imagine how filthy it is. I've been doing lots of reading and researching on t...
by RodneyT
Sun Sep 10, 2023 7:21 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: carb type VPT0B vs VPT3A for a '97 VTR
Replies: 3
Views: 758

carb type VPT0B vs VPT3A for a '97 VTR

Hi All About to tackle the carbs on my project '97 VTR. I got 2 sets with the bike: a dismantled, cruddy set of VPT0Bs, which I believe are the correct type for '97, and an assembled, very clean set of VPT3As all wrapped up in cloth which I believe are from the later models with the PAIR valving. I'...
by RodneyT
Thu Sep 07, 2023 9:14 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: removing stuck alternator cover centre bolt
Replies: 4
Views: 663

Re: removing stuck alternator cover centre bolt

Have now refurbished and fitted both caps and I tightened them by putting bolts into the threaded holes in the caps and using a small screwdriver between the bolts. I could feel the o-ring squashing and then it went solid so I'm guessing there's a shoulder the cap comes up against to avoid squashing...
by RodneyT
Wed Sep 06, 2023 10:59 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: removing stuck alternator cover centre bolt
Replies: 4
Views: 663

removing stuck alternator cover centre bolt

Apologies if there's already several threads on this topic but I couldn't find them while searching. I know I've read about problems with this but can't find the topic. Anyway, I had a bit of a win today with both my VTRs as both had resisted all attempts to remove said bolt/cap (whatever it's calle...
by RodneyT
Mon Sep 04, 2023 8:52 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: 2003 exhaust
Replies: 14
Views: 2302

Re: 2003 exhaust

,,,,and just taken the airbox of the '05 bike to fix a cracked coolant reservoir and I see the same number that is stamped on the exhaust is also on the bottom part of the airbox:

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Now I'm confused. :eh:
by RodneyT
Mon Sep 04, 2023 1:01 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: 2003 exhaust
Replies: 14
Views: 2302

Re: 2003 exhaust

My 1997 has the original pipes and both L and R have HM MBB E1 stamped on them. Apologies for upside down photo

VTR Silencer right way up.jpg
by RodneyT
Fri Sep 01, 2023 6:21 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Valve clearance adjustment procedure
Replies: 10
Views: 1222

Re: Valve clearance adjustment procedure

Hi All I have developed a spreadsheet to help with working out what shim sizes are required when checking the valve clearances because I don't trust my arithmetic! Not sure how to send to anyone interested as it appears only pictures can be posted. If anyone wants a copy, send me your email address ...
by RodneyT
Fri Aug 25, 2023 2:57 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: seized clutch slave cylinder
Replies: 8
Views: 891

Re: seized clutch slave cylinder

Many thanks for your comments, guys. I was planning to fill the clutch hydraulics from the bottom using exactly that method and have found the value of thread tape on the bleed nipple - when using a vacuum bleeder all it did was suck air through the threads until I taped it up. I've also had to pull...
by RodneyT
Thu Aug 24, 2023 9:37 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: seized clutch slave cylinder
Replies: 8
Views: 891

Re: seized clutch slave cylinder

Update... Had a mate come round to have a look and he's had several Ducatis with hydraulic clutches he's refurbished and showed me a trick for freeing the piston - bang it down hard onto a block of wood to try and displace the piston. Unfortunately, that didn't work but banging it down onto the back...