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I agree with Logan7, definetly make sure you don't cross thread the new plugs when fitting. Its best to screw plug in with hand first (with the long socket type tool provided in the tool kit) for the first few turns before using the ring spanner,
Chris.

Theweeeman wrote:- both timing chain tensioners done now, plus if i had any doubt that it had moved i would have removed the cam covers but it had'nt so i was happy with that, The amount of bike mechanics that dont remove the cam covers is unbelievable. The only reason some do with v twins is co the...

Theweeeman wrote This is what a local Honda mechanic told me to do...................... 1. the timing marks are set by the chain position. 2. it will only move when no tension is on the chain. 3. If the chain dont move the timing stays the same. 4. Set bike to tdc (piston at top) regardless of stro...

Hi Markg,
Blimey that was a quick reply, many thanks for that info, i'll look into it right now,
cheers Chris.

THEWEEEMAN
If you didn't remove the fuel tank then you couldn't have removed the cam cover, so how did you know your engine was on the right stroke?
Chris.

Hi Markg,
Who's selling carb balancing tools for £11.99 inc.p&p on ebay? or was it just a one off,
cheers Chris.

Hey Pete which type of vacum gauges have you got and how easy are they to use?
cheers Chris.

I agree with you there Pete, best to change both CCTs while its stripped down.
cheers Chris.

The only thing you haven't mentioned that I can think of (which is obvious if you've done it before) is you need to remove the fuel tank (best done with tank nearly empty) make a note of each pipe location so they all go back in their right places, you then need to remove the air filter and housing,...

I liked that, it tickled me
Chris.

Hi Stewart,
Many thanks for the TV info, I will keep my eyes open for that.
I am glad to hear you are now fit enough to be back on the bike after your big off, 18mths is a long time,
cheers Chris.

Take a look at the link I have given you below, under accessories, then computers, I think the one most go for is the Sigma BC 800. I think these prices will take some beating. http://www.settlecycles.co.uk/shop/ Also on the home page of this site under Articles you can have a look at fitting one of...

I'm glad you had good weather, I also thought it would be close racing going by the practice times. I would liked to have seen it on telly had it been on, as I live so far away,
cheers Chris.

Hi All,
I could hardly believe my eyes, in MCN this week they have done a write up on the Firestorm, actually stating it as a "top value buy" I thought the report on it also pretty fair although to short. Whats your view?
cheers Chris.

Nice one Tony, Mind you most things like water cooled, shaft drive, vee twins, triples, vertical twins, single cylinders, multi-cylinders, over head cam's, steering dampers just to name a few, were all British inventions, unfortunetley these idea's were taken by different m/cycle companies and perfe...