Johnny
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Beginning resto after parked 25 years!
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Post by Johnny on Oct 26, 2024 10:19:33 GMT -5
I've decided to abandon the oem carb on my 80 sr500g and go with a new Mikuni vm34ss. Will be removing air box as I understand that has to go. I think the angled K&N filter that Mike has will also be required. Will I need a new throttle cable? 2in 1? Also, what about the manifold gasket? the original rubber "coupling" from carb to air box is still good. I have a new manifold gasket that was about $8 that I had planned to use w the 3h1 oem carb. Not sure if that will accommodate. While attempting to rebuild 3H1 the claw clip and screw for the float needle were rusted beyond reuse. I managed to remove screw after sawing a slot for flat head screwdriver. If I had those 2 pieces in hand today I would proceed to at least try original carb. Rather than postpone this project any further, I'm just going to see about a new VM34ss. Any and all input is greatly appreciated. ![]() |
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Post by andy on Oct 27, 2024 12:55:19 GMT -5
Johnny, can you get a new 34ss ? If so it’s going to be seriously dearer than the aftermarket mikuni 34-168 (which is an excellent replacement and has the benefit of no rubber internals to perish or deteriorate)
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Johnny
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Beginning resto after parked 25 years!
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Post by Johnny on Oct 27, 2024 13:41:34 GMT -5
Johnny, can you get a new 34ss ? If so it’s going to be seriously dearer than the aftermarket mikuni 34-168 (which is an excellent replacement and has the benefit of no rubber internals to perish or deteriorate) That’s what I want to do. There are so many sources. I’m trying to find a good one… |
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Petes2Wheels
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Out riding the country roads
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Post by Petes2Wheels on Nov 21, 2024 5:48:28 GMT -5
Plenty of mikuni round slide carbys out there. Also if you get the carby from a reputable dealer they should have the specific cable as well.
I have to say though, I love having the twin push/pull cables instead on the 2 into 1.
I am currently running the vm34ss and runs like a dream. If it breaks down or I can't fix it will go round slide.
Don't forget to jet the carby for the airpod and the exhaust as well.
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