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Old Jun 11, 2018 | 09:26 AM
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One thing to note here is I did not remove the throttle body, only the air cleaner and backing plate. Could an air leak at this level cause the idle issue?
Yes. Did you install the gasket between backing plate and intake?
 
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Old Jun 11, 2018 | 01:21 PM
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Yes sir going to pull everything apart tonight and check it out.
 
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Old Jun 11, 2018 | 07:00 PM
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Well all fixed. Word to the wise Read The Directions...carefully 🤪
 
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Old Jun 12, 2018 | 04:23 AM
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Sounds good,what did you use on your bike to make it shine like it does.
 
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Old Jun 12, 2018 | 07:02 AM
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Turtle wax liquid carnauba
 
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Old Jun 13, 2018 | 06:53 AM
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What was the part # for the George's Garage tool? Can't find it on their website.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2018 | 07:59 AM
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Here is the full email. Not on their site yet...

Yes we do have the tools necessary to remove and install the inner cam bearing on the M-8. Tool 320640 is needed for removal list price is $95.50. Tool 820650 is for installation list price is $98.95. I will gladly take an order over the phone (ph hours are from 8 to 4 pst) or if you supply your shipping/billing information we can send an invoice through PayPal.
 
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Old Jun 18, 2018 | 02:42 PM
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Yes sir going to pull everything apart tonight and check it out.
Well found another air leak at the manifold where it goes into the head, starting another tear down soon. Hmm wonder if I can put bigger injectors while I am in there?
 
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Old Jun 23, 2018 | 06:42 PM
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Originally Posted by 2009 Deluxe
Well found another air leak at the manifold where it goes into the head, starting another tear down soon. Hmm wonder if I can put bigger injectors while I am in there?
you can but,but your stock injectors will give you all the fuel you need or want with what you have
 
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