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Jun 11, 2018 | 09:26 AM

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bad tappets

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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?

Jun 11, 2018 | 01:21 PM

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Yes sir going to pull everything apart tonight and check it out.

Jun 11, 2018 | 07:00 PM

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All good

Well all fixed. Word to the wise Read The Directions...carefully 🤪

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.

Jun 12, 2018 | 07:02 AM

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Turtle wax liquid carnauba

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.

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.

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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Jun 23, 2018 | 06:42 PM

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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