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Old 05-13-08, 03:48 PM
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Re: carb cleaning


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Originally Posted by Paul_E_D View Post
Get a dremel and slot the screws using a cutting wheel. you'll still need to be careful with the flatblade getting them off, but it will work. You need to take the pilot jets out to clean.

But you need to take the head and cylinder off your bike to find the real problem... It's not gonna be cheap or particularly easy. I think you'll need new rings, and possible a piston and some cylinder repair.
Paul-I have a dremel to try that option. Geez...I hope it's not a ring/cylinder, etc. thing. One big PITA. I dont understand this....the bike has only 17k on it....would rings, etc. wear out that fast? Ive always babied this bike...Possibly a leaky valve guide seal(s) thats causing the smoke, instead of messed up carbs?

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