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vintagewannabe

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Hello
« on: October 29, 2008, 06:41:56 AM »
Hi from Utah!  I just recently purchased a Honda CB 550k4 from a coworker for $300.  I didn't run when I picked it up but with some work it fired up.  Unfortunately somebody whacked on the sides of the outside carbs with a hammer and now the throttle gets stuck which requires manual efforts :'(  I am planning on a cafe restoration and look forward to the first ride.  I have read some of the topics and I am excited about the large amount of information shared by the members!  I look forward to sharing pics, stories, and info with all of you!
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Re: Hello
« Reply #1 on: October 29, 2008, 06:54:24 AM »
Welcome to the forums. This is the place to be if that's what you're into.
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Re: Hello
« Reply #2 on: October 29, 2008, 02:43:16 PM »
Welcome.

Someone must REALLY like their hammer to do that sort of damage to the carbs.  Are they visibly dented/deformed?

Got pics?

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vintagewannabe

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Re: Hello
« Reply #3 on: October 30, 2008, 08:10:13 AM »
They are visibly oblong when looking down the cylinder.  I did the best i could to make them work but they still hang up so i am trying to win a set on ebay.  Should know the results of that tomorrow.  Then just hopefully do a quick rebuild and i will be off and running.
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eldar

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Re: Hello
« Reply #4 on: October 30, 2008, 09:35:15 AM »
Well some people solve every issue with a hammer! Most of us here at least add duct tape to the hammerbox, I mean toolbox! ;D
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Re: Hello
« Reply #5 on: November 01, 2008, 09:26:55 PM »
welcome to the madness. i think your the fourth(so far as i know) from here in utah. i'm here by brigham for the moment, gonna move to ogden this coming week. where are you at, maybe we could hook up for a ride befor the snow falls, or more likely next season. good luck with your bike and many happy miles. oh yea, if ever i can help feel free to ask.
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vintagewannabe

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Re: Hello
« Reply #6 on: November 04, 2008, 06:07:58 AM »
My bike isnt going to be up and running until next spring but we should hook up and go for a ride when the snow melts.  Glad to know there is some technical assistance locally.  I am in Layton so not to far from Ogden.  Good hearing from ya and i will let you know if i have any questions.
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Re: Hello
« Reply #7 on: November 04, 2008, 06:13:30 AM »
you have came to the right place for info.  i just got my first bike (cb750k) and with the help of the great people on this site, i have put over 200 miles on it in about 5 days!  o yeah, welcome :)
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Re: Hello
« Reply #8 on: November 06, 2008, 09:38:39 PM »
i think your po and my po were the same person my carbs were trashed when i bought mine too(rtv will seal a crack for a little while)
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