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Offline Johnny5

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Re: Carb Synching Tool - Best solution? Does homemade work?
« Reply #25 on: October 17, 2008, 10:03:25 AM »
Find a friend that has one and borrow it. 


I don't have any friends......who work on these types of machines so it's buy or build for me. Had a sliver of sympathy for a minute? A second? No?


Ya know what, I dont have many friends either that are into these older bikes. Actually, most people I run into think Im nuts for liking the vintage bikes. Oh well.
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Re: Carb Synching Tool - Best solution? Does homemade work?
« Reply #26 on: October 17, 2008, 02:18:41 PM »


I gotta build me of these this winter.
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Re: Carb Synching Tool - Best solution? Does homemade work?
« Reply #27 on: October 17, 2008, 03:09:22 PM »
Find a friend that has one and borrow it. 


I don't have any friends......who work on these types of machines so it's buy or build for me. Had a sliver of sympathy for a minute? A second? No?


Ya know what, I dont have many friends either that are into these older bikes. Actually, most people I run into think Im nuts for liking the vintage bikes. Oh well.


LOL. .  you too?  Every friend I have that rides has either a newer bike or I'm helping them work on it, now!!!   lol   Part of it is I just have real small hands and can get in there and adjust stuff they can't. My one friend, Len, is built like a wrestler or something, really stout and with big hands. He honestly can't get in there on the engine of his '79 CB750 DOHC, for carb work, so I work on it for him - especially now that I have the manometer and gas tank thingy.

I'm hooked on old bikes, BIG time, so I gladly invested on some quality tools and making others, so I can use them for many years.  ;D  (hey, beats wasting money at the mall on silly designer clothing that goes out of style in a season or something. . . .lol)
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Re: Carb Synching Tool - Best solution? Does homemade work?
« Reply #28 on: October 17, 2008, 03:32:12 PM »
My neighbor has a SV650, nice bike, and I think he secretly thinks I'm a fool for having a old bike. Especially when mine's down for repairs.

When I mention to people I ride they usually ask what; I think they half expect the name to begin with a VF or GSX or something. I tell 'em CB550 and their eyes gloss over... then ask is that a sport bike? For the sheep people it's either crotch rocket or HD. ::)

I'm not pullin' in the ladies with this thing! :D



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Re: Carb Synching Tool - Best solution? Does homemade work?
« Reply #29 on: October 17, 2008, 05:44:27 PM »
OK...  What you have all been waiting for...  my decision:
I went with BOZO4ONION and ordered the Morgan Carbtune Pro from merry olde England.  I also splurged and ordered the Colortune while I was at it.  (and yes I did #$%* and whine a little...  hope I love it as much as he does.)  ;)

Check it:
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« Reply #30 on: October 17, 2008, 06:30:44 PM »
Can't wait to hear how it all works for ya. Interested too in the Color (shouldn't be Colour?) Tune also.
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Re: Carb Synching Tool - Best solution? Does homemade work?
« Reply #31 on: October 17, 2008, 07:02:42 PM »
OK...  What you have all been waiting for...  my decision:
I went with BOZO4ONION and ordered the Morgan Carbtune Pro from merry olde England.  I also splurged and ordered the Colortune while I was at it.  (and yes I did #$%* and whine a little...  hope I love it as much as he does.)  ;)

Check it:
http://www.carbtune.com/


It must be nice to be rich.  ;)
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Re: Carb Synching Tool - Best solution? Does homemade work?
« Reply #32 on: October 17, 2008, 07:29:47 PM »
Nice instrument, I am sure it will work well for you. Enjoy!
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Re: Carb Synching Tool - Best solution? Does homemade work?
« Reply #33 on: October 17, 2008, 08:16:48 PM »
WFO-  I am far from rich.  I have just found that if I don't go ahead and spend some money on things I want every once in a while, my wife gets to it first and buys girly things.
Just making sure I get my share.  ;)
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Re: Carb Synching Tool - Best solution? Does homemade work?
« Reply #34 on: October 18, 2008, 03:09:59 PM »
WFO-  I am far from rich.  I have just found that if I don't go ahead and spend some money on things I want every once in a while, my wife gets to it first and buys girly things.
Just making sure I get my share.  ;)


I was kidding anyways and you will be happy as Hell with that carbtune nothing wrong with getting the best.
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Re: Carb Synching Tool - Best solution? Does homemade work?
« Reply #35 on: October 20, 2008, 07:33:07 AM »
what did the shipping cost?
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« Reply #36 on: October 20, 2008, 09:33:19 AM »
Kinda tough to say on breaking out the shipping solo because their pricing includes shipping.  Total for me after currency conversion, for Carbtune w/pouch and Colortune plus shipping to Ohio, USA was $161.13 US.
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Re: Carb Synching Tool - Best solution? Does homemade work?
« Reply #37 on: October 20, 2008, 01:15:36 PM »
Kinda tough to say on breaking out the shipping solo because their pricing includes shipping.  Total for me after currency conversion, for Carbtune w/pouch and Colortune plus shipping to Ohio, USA was $161.13 US.

I'd love to see how it works out..
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« Reply #38 on: October 20, 2008, 03:43:51 PM »
To see how it works out, just be sure to keep an eye on my project thread:
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=38903.0
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Re: Carb Synching Tool - Best solution? Does homemade work?
« Reply #39 on: October 21, 2008, 07:08:30 AM »
To see how it works out, just be sure to keep an eye on my project thread:
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=38903.0

Tim...I have to say.... i've spent the last 30 mins reading your thread.... (I am currently in teardown on my cb500...haven't got to the engine yet....just tore the carbs down...frame cleanup, paint, etc....) I was really worried about tearing into the engine...but man... ..I'm gonna print out that thread and use it as inspiration...
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Re: Carb Synching Tool - Best solution? Does homemade work?
« Reply #40 on: October 21, 2008, 12:12:59 PM »
Way cool. I felt you would build something. These things (Morgan Carbtunes) are so awesome. Really compact. Just compare the Carbtune to the home built units. Most homies wont fit into a drawer. And no liquid in the Carbtune. Mine's packed away in it's bag for winter and I can't wait to get it out this fall. Of course they all work well and you won't believe the improvement when you synch. the carbs. BTW, from what I've seen you can sell the unit on ebay for more than you paid. Keep us posted.

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« Reply #41 on: October 21, 2008, 08:33:40 PM »
Oldhondarider:  I am glad you were inspired by my build.   Don't be afraid to tear into that engine.  As you can tell, there are some fantastic guys on this board who are willing to share their knowledge and do alot of hand holding thru the process.  (And a shout out to Tim "KGHOST" who even mailed me an intake boot to replace the one I destroyed during my first day of engine dismantling! -I owe you one dude.)

This experience has changed me.  When I read thru my build thread I can see how far I have come from... "OK, what do I do first?..."  to feeling more confident that I can do this. 

One MAJOR bit of advice.  If you don't have a digital camera, buy/borrow/or steal one.  Before and during disassembly, take pictures from various angles so you can refer back to them when it comes time to put it back together.  As you saw in my post, you can also throw up a pic in your thread and ask the forum:  "Huh?... What is up here?..."

The boost that a would-be bike builder can get from support provided by like-minded friends from around the world is mind boggling.  I am thankful for my friends on here and their help.  I will be glad to pass on what I learn to you and others and again, I'm happy that you drew inspiration from my build thread.  Good luck with your build  :)
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