Topic: DIY Float Height Tool

[Tower]

A Honda shop wanted an outrageous $40 + tax for the tool.  Here is my 1c solution.

The tool fits nicely between the bowls and works like a charm!

1.  Split the old diskette case and remove innards
2.  Measure precisely the float height you need (shown is 26 mm ) and  mark with the X-acto knife
3.  Cut out the height section and a second smaller piece for main jet clearance.
4.  Trim top off (or not)
5.  Label your tool
6.  Make as many as you need.  Trade them with your friends.  Comes in many colurs 

[Raul CB750K1]

I did the same, but with a piece of cardboard. I like yours; lets see if I still keep some floppy disks around...

[Tower]

Used bristle cardboard for my first one.  the legs got creased and bendy, and the carb bowl edge puts little dimples in them, so, the height changes - was good for only one use.  The plastic version doesn't have any of those issues.

[Bob Wessner]

Worthy of residence in the Tricks & Tips.

[Raul CB750K1]

Used bristle cardboard for my first one.  the legs got creased and bendy, and the carb bowl edge puts little dimples in them, so, the height changes - was good for only one use.  The plastic version doesn't have any of those issues.

I didn't bother to make a better version because I knew next time that I would need it, it would take less to make a new one than to find the gauge in the drawer chest.... but I have to admit the floppy disk gauge is the perfect blend between durability and low cost.

[jabbadeznuts]

  Never thought of that! Sweet idea though!

[hopterfixer]

I made a similar device but out of 0.040" aluminum.  The overall size is smaller so it will fit in and check the float heights with the carbs on the bike.   

[Johnie]

Perfect and thanks for sharing.  I am making one today.  Can I use this even with the carbs on the bike just to check the height?

[hopterfixer]

The book says to do it with the carbs off of the bike, upside down.  I have gotten away with doing it with the carbs on the bike.

[Johnie]

Made and used mine last week.  Thanks Tower for a money saving tip.

[rk]

Can you repost this picture?

I'd like to make one.

[feld]

Can you repost this picture?

I'd like to make one.

Bump on the pic repost request.
I've seen these made out of credit cards, but never a floppy disk, and now I'm super curious.

[Johnie]

Wow...this original post goes way back to when I was doing my first 750 the KO. Here you go fellas...

[Bodi]

nowadays you'll have to check yard sales to find a diskette!

[Gman]

You know all those credit card offers you get with the fake credit card they enclose to make you want it??  That's my 22mm float height tool.  Flexible, yet durable plastic, and free.  Great minds...

Cheers,
G