Author Topic: just threw away 50 bucks (Read 8771 times)

neilc · « **on:** October 02, 2013, 11:25:55 AM »

just got my velocity stacks from dime city $9.95 apiece , they don't fit,and their only about .030 thick,I did see the really,really long thread about pods and velocity stacks but i have had good luck in the past with quality sets but cheapo me gets these anyway maybe I can save someone else who isn't as stupid as me to take a chance and DON'T BUY THIS CRAP.

mono · « **Reply #1 on:** October 02, 2013, 11:33:41 AM »

that sucks man -- any chance on a return? DCC seems pretty customer-friendly.

neilc · « **Reply #2 on:** October 02, 2013, 11:46:09 AM »

na already made them fit,but i don't think they are sealing well so pods will probably go back on

JDS · « **Reply #3 on:** October 02, 2013, 11:56:02 AM »

Go to these guys next time, a few dollars more and a fantastic product. www.steeldragonperformance.com

neilc · « **Reply #4 on:** October 02, 2013, 12:04:17 PM »

reason why they didn't fit and would be cautious of others is the lip on the carb body

BPellerine · « **Reply #5 on:** October 02, 2013, 04:36:53 PM »

steel dragons are nice and do fit nice quality.

Stilltime · « **Reply #6 on:** October 02, 2013, 07:43:45 PM »

+1 for Steel Dragon stacks. I have them on my 550; great fit and they look awesome.

Geeto67 · « **Reply #7 on:** October 03, 2013, 10:34:14 AM »

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just got my velocity stacks from dime city $9.95 apiece

Well there is your problem right there. a) as a general rule don't trust anybody that sells emgo pods as someone who knows what they are talking about (because they don't), b) what did you expect for $10 a stack?

Honestly I would call dime city and get a refund. I hope and pray and wish that if enough people complain they will learn that selling cheap crappy parts will squander their reputation but they sell a lifestyle anyway, not real motorcycle parts.

KrautKoffin · « **Reply #8 on:** October 03, 2013, 05:05:32 PM »

Those steel dragons look amazing. What do you guys run for filters on those?

Stilltime · « **Reply #9 on:** October 03, 2013, 06:39:48 PM »

What filters

KrautKoffin · « **Reply #10 on:** October 03, 2013, 07:09:31 PM »

Quote from: Stilltime on October 03, 2013, 06:39:48 PM

What filters

Stillttime, I don't know you so I won't knock you too hard. Do you like replacing pistons/rings and cylinders often? I sure don't. I ran a 12:1 dual carb'd water cooled motor in an old rabbit race car I built without filters for one track event.. ONE. Had compression issues when I pulled it off the trailer, pulled the head to find sand in the cylinders that got sucked in through the carbs. I still remember the turn where the Audi in front of me hit the dirt leaving a turn and I drove through a light cloud. I'd put maybe 3,000 miles on that motor before I had to rebuild it. Filters are worth their weight in gold when you spend your own time and money on a rebuild. Be sure to post your rebuild thread here so I can laugh at you

neilc · « **Reply #11 on:** October 04, 2013, 04:26:06 PM »

bottom line! velocity stacks because that are metal won't work on the old carbs because of lip on carb that holds rubber boots on,save your opinions i am just stating a fact.

Roach Carver · « **Reply #12 on:** October 05, 2013, 06:09:43 AM »

What do you mean " save your opinion" I have put a few thousand miles on my bike with metal velocity stacks. I have lost zero. Now I am just stating fact.

Dream750 · « **Reply #13 on:** October 05, 2013, 07:38:36 AM »

For 750 K owners who are curious about the performance of velocity stacks, you can use the rubber ones from the stock air box as they fit the carb lip perfectly with the stock clamps. This is a low buck modification from the early days and perhaps a bit archaic.

ekpent · « **Reply #14 on:** October 05, 2013, 09:47:59 AM »

Wonder what the idea is with that chain wrapped around the carbs Dream,slips it on before heading into the bar ? Could it be gold ?

KrautKoffin · « **Reply #15 on:** October 05, 2013, 10:05:04 AM »

Quote from: Dream750 on October 05, 2013, 07:38:36 AM

I'd rock these if I could find a set under $50, for that I'd just buy the dragon ones!

754 · « **Reply #16 on:** October 05, 2013, 10:07:06 AM »

What is wrong with .030 thick.. Racing parts ..supposed to be light.
Looking at the lip how do you expect they could fit..not sure howthe steel dragons fit?

If you are that worried wrap tape either side of the rib to make up the difference.
I ran on the street for years with stacks, on the dirt track a few times. 950 miles to Bonneville and back..and i got to say that motor only went 25 years...coulda got 26.5 ..maybe..

The trick is ..kill engine and coast thru dirt cloud..not stay WFO..

Powderman · « **Reply #17 on:** October 05, 2013, 10:21:10 AM »

It's a proven fact that dirt and debris in your intake can kill a motor. The fact that a few of you got lucky riding thousands of clean miles it wouldn't take much in the right situation to destroy your motor. Depending on the size of screen in the VS it will filter more or less particles but never as well as a true filter will. You decide if the risk is worth the gain before opting for them.

KrautKoffin · « **Reply #18 on:** October 05, 2013, 10:23:25 AM »

Quote from: Powderman on October 05, 2013, 10:21:10 AM

It's a proven fact that dirt and debris in your intake can kill a motor. The fact that a few of you got lucky riding thousands of clean miles it wouldn't take much in the right situation to destroy your motor. Depending on the size of screen in the VS it will filter more or less particles but never as well as a true filter will. You decide if the risk is worth the gain before opting for them.

Exactly.

754 · « **Reply #19 on:** October 05, 2013, 10:26:13 AM »

Nodoubt about that..but i heard a lt of dom and gloom and almost instant death stories that just did not happen. I will runcleaners next build ..probably have to cut the frame to make them fit.

KrautKoffin · « **Reply #20 on:** October 05, 2013, 10:30:32 AM »

Quote from: 754 on October 05, 2013, 10:26:13 AM

Nodoubt about that..but i heard a lt of dom and gloom and almost instant death stories that just did not happen. I will runcleaners next build ..probably have to cut the frame to make them fit.

I've heard stories like yours and it puts hopes in these kids heads that's the cafe racer build they see with no filters is the best way to run.. And they kill a motor. Now go play with your 33 cent triples you jerk!

Powderman · « **Reply #21 on:** October 05, 2013, 10:30:51 AM »

I mean really, why do you think they put filters on motors? Just to kill power?

754 · « **Reply #22 on:** October 05, 2013, 11:21:42 AM »

I amnot advising anyone todo so.. Just relaying my experience.

The thread tittle should changed..to..
Lost 50 bux..saved 400..

Roach Carver · « **Reply #23 on:** October 05, 2013, 11:30:43 AM »

I am not disputing that filtered air is better for the life of an engine. I was just disputing one of the posters statement of "fact" that you cant put them on these carbs. I run them on the street on an engine that has never been built. I am sure the compression will suffer. I dont care. I am certain it needs to be overhauled anyway.

KrautKoffin · « **Reply #24 on:** October 05, 2013, 11:41:10 AM »

Quote from: roach carver on October 05, 2013, 11:30:43 AM

I am not disputing that filtered air is better for the life of an engine. I was just disputing one of the posters statement of "fact" that you cant put them on these carbs. I run them on the street on an engine that has never been built. I am sure the compression will suffer. I dont care. I am certain it needs to be overhauled anyway.

How do you ride an engine that never been built? Did you install bicycle pedals on your cb?

Roach Carver · « **Reply #25 on:** October 05, 2013, 11:52:28 AM »

You got me. All this time ive been riding a bicycle. I feel so dumb now. Goodbye cb community.

KrautKoffin · « **Reply #26 on:** October 05, 2013, 11:55:00 AM »

Quote from: roach carver on October 05, 2013, 11:52:28 AM

You got me. All this time ive been riding a bicycle. I feel so dumb now. Goodbye cb community.

I only ride my cb down hills, sucks having to push it back up though.

Trad · « **Reply #27 on:** October 05, 2013, 11:56:15 AM »

Quote from: KrautKoffin on October 05, 2013, 11:41:10 AM

Quote from: roach carver on October 05, 2013, 11:30:43 AM
I am not disputing that filtered air is better for the life of an engine. I was just disputing one of the posters statement of "fact" that you cant put them on these carbs. I run them on the street on an engine that has never been built. I am sure the compression will suffer. I dont care. I am certain it needs to be overhauled anyway.

How do you ride an engine that never been built? Did you install bicycle pedals on your cb?

I think he means stock internally and never rebuilt

KrautKoffin · « **Reply #28 on:** October 05, 2013, 01:41:46 PM »

Quote from: Trad on October 05, 2013, 11:56:15 AM

Quote from: KrautKoffin on October 05, 2013, 11:41:10 AM
Quote from: roach carver on October 05, 2013, 11:30:43 AM
I am not disputing that filtered air is better for the life of an engine. I was just disputing one of the posters statement of "fact" that you cant put them on these carbs. I run them on the street on an engine that has never been built. I am sure the compression will suffer. I dont care. I am certain it needs to be overhauled anyway.

How do you ride an engine that never been built? Did you install bicycle pedals on your cb?

I think he means stock internally and never rebuilt

I know, just razzing him

filter-less intakes will ruin built motors and stock motors all the same.

Dream750 · « **Reply #29 on:** October 05, 2013, 01:50:50 PM »

Quote from: ekpent on October 05, 2013, 09:47:59 AM

Wonder what the idea is with that chain wrapped around the carbs Dream,slips it on before heading into the bar ? Could it be gold ?

Eric, that’s a good question. Pix are dated 6/71 and no details on the bike.

Roach Carver · « **Reply #30 on:** October 05, 2013, 02:31:41 PM »

I got it (snicker snicker snort)

Elan · « **Reply #31 on:** October 09, 2013, 07:30:42 PM »

Just saw your bike on CL...throwing in the flag?? whats this "trade for harley" talk?!

jamesbekman · « **Reply #32 on:** October 10, 2013, 07:03:24 AM »

Well this thread has certainly took a turn... Ya'll tarded

flybox1 · « **Reply #33 on:** October 10, 2013, 07:39:47 AM »

Quote from: Dream750 on October 05, 2013, 01:50:50 PM

Quote from: ekpent on October 05, 2013, 09:47:59 AM
Wonder what the idea is with that chain wrapped around the carbs Dream,slips it on before heading into the bar ? Could it be gold ?

Eric, that’s a good question. Pix are dated 6/71 and no details on the bike.

old school bling or the 'widow-maker' keeper?

KrautKoffin · « **Reply #34 on:** October 10, 2013, 12:18:45 PM »

What're the dimensions on those stacks?

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Author Topic: just threw away 50 bucks (Read 8771 times)