![]() ![]() I built my own fancy set of vacuum gauges (pic below), but I find that the cheapo vinyl tube gauge allows me to make more accurate adjustments. Or, for just a few bucks, you can build your own manometer using a yardstick, some vinyl tubing, and some gear oil. You'll either need a set of vacuum gauages (available at, and other places). Make sure all the passages and jets are clear.Īs for synching the carbs, the procedure is explained in the manual. While you are in there, remove all the jets and spray carb cleaner in all the passages, then blow them out with compressed air. But realistically, you really need to remove the float bowl and inspect the float and float valve to make sure there is not some spec of debris holding the valve open. Sometimes a good *whack* on the flow boal with screwdriver handle will free a stuck float and fix the problem. The overflowing carb is likely caused by a stuck float, or worn float valve. It sounds like your carbs need to be opened up and thorougly cleaned. You can download a PDF version of the manual for your bike from here: With the help of the manual, and the resources on this site, you should be able to do the work yourself-and learn something in the process.įirst get your hands on a factory service manual. ![]() If I were you, I wouldn't spend $300-400 to have someone work on your carbs-unless you really don't feel comfortable with mechanic work, and if that's the case, you should buy a newer bike. Don't be intimidated by four carbs in parallel, synching, etc. If you've worked on auto carbs before, you sound handy enough to tackle this job. Yes, those do indeed look like BS34 carbs. I actually bought my '78 KZ1000 from your neighborhood (Rogue River). Great to have another Oregon rider on board. ![]()
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