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Offline JIM777

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Did I post on the wrong forum?
« on: September 21, 2010, 06:06:00 PM »
I was wondering if I posted on the wrong forum or is my question not explained well?
I just got this bike and found that it had this problem.  I was wondering if this is a common problem with these bikes and are they known for having issues?  Thanks

I am having problems with my '84 Honda Magnum 700.  Gas was leaking out of the overflow under the seat.  I found one needle seat on the outer most carb where the needle was not shutting off because of corrosion.  Now it does not leak, but it starts for about 3 seconds then stops.  Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Jim
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Re: Did I post on the wrong forum?
« Reply #1 on: September 21, 2010, 06:12:35 PM »
You're on the right forum...as far as this site is concerne. There may be a few here that know about your bike, but you may get more volume on a Magnum site.
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Re: Did I post on the wrong forum?
« Reply #2 on: September 21, 2010, 06:25:10 PM »
Magnum?  Maybe a magna.
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Re: Did I post on the wrong forum?
« Reply #3 on: September 21, 2010, 06:51:52 PM »
Quote from: cb650 on September 21, 2010, 06:25:10 PM
Magnum?  Maybe a magna.
I thought that sounded funny, but i couldn't place it.
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Re: Did I post on the wrong forum?
« Reply #4 on: September 21, 2010, 06:57:53 PM »
Searched and found http://www.v4hondabbs.com 

i Don't know anything about it but it's available.

This site is mostly 69-78 SOHC's but they do dabble is just about everything you can think of.  And there some truly sharp people on this site.
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Re: Did I post on the wrong forum?
« Reply #5 on: September 22, 2010, 05:00:11 AM »
69-82 sohc's.     :D
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Re: Did I post on the wrong forum?
« Reply #6 on: September 22, 2010, 05:07:14 AM »
Quote from: cb650 on September 22, 2010, 05:00:11 AM
69-82 sohc's.     :D

Those poor, unloved 650's. :'( :'(  ;D
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Re: Did I post on the wrong forum?
« Reply #7 on: September 22, 2010, 05:14:05 AM »
I need a hug!      :(
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Re: Did I post on the wrong forum?
« Reply #8 on: September 22, 2010, 06:46:15 AM »
HUG
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Re: Did I post on the wrong forum?
« Reply #9 on: September 22, 2010, 07:00:49 AM »
Quote from: cb650 on September 22, 2010, 05:00:11 AM
69-82 sohc's.     :D

Ok, ya got me on that one, lol.
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Re: Did I post on the wrong forum?
« Reply #10 on: September 22, 2010, 12:55:44 PM »
Quote from: JIM777 on September 21, 2010, 06:06:00 PM
I was wondering if I posted on the wrong forum or is my question not explained well?
I just got this bike and found that it had this problem.  I was wondering if this is a common problem with these bikes and are they known for having issues?  Thanks

I am having problems with my '84 Honda Magnum 700.  Gas was leaking out of the overflow under the seat.  I found one needle seat on the outer most carb where the needle was not shutting off because of corrosion.  Now it does not leak, but it starts for about 3 seconds then stops.  Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Jim


Does your bike have a vacuum-operated fuel shutoff valve?  Honda became fond of those in the 80's.  If so, check for leaks in the vacuum hoses.

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