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by Fatdog
Wed Dec 18, 2019 1:24 pm
Forum: Lounge Bar
Topic: FZR Crankshaft Rotation Tool?
Replies: 3
Views: 2137

Hi Kurt, If the end of the crank is the same as my YZF (which I'm sure it will be), all you need is the correct size Hex head bolt (M8?) and a flange nut. Screw the flange nut on the bolt (with the flange side opposite the bolt head) and then screw the bolt into the end of the crank. then tighten th...
by Fatdog
Tue Nov 12, 2019 1:01 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: TEMPERATURE
Replies: 3
Views: 4512

Bigger sensor controls when the fans kick in.
Smaller one is for the temperature gauge.
Has it suddenly stopped working or just after working on the bike?
by Fatdog
Mon Sep 23, 2019 1:01 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: YZF750 Petcock valve wanted.
Replies: 6
Views: 3594

The YZF tap is different to the FZR in that there is no ON/OFF lever.
Fuel should only flow when the engine is running as it works off a vacuum system.
Rebuild or replace the tap will sort it.
Petcock - someones been watching too much American Chopper :lol:
by Fatdog
Thu Aug 08, 2019 12:59 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: 1990 FZR 1000 starting fault/fuelling ?
Replies: 20
Views: 7665

As Nuggitt has said, the key to it is using the correct fitting screwdriver.
Push down hard on the screwdriver as well as turning to ensure it stays in place.
With the heat and spray they should come out.
by Fatdog
Wed Jun 12, 2019 1:08 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: YZF 750 not firing on No3 cylinder
Replies: 5
Views: 3082

I would agree with Teego, it's a fuel issue.
Could be a faulty float needle valve.
I've had one go before.
by Fatdog
Fri May 31, 2019 12:56 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Original needles and jetting
Replies: 2
Views: 1731

Try NRP Carbs, they should be able to sort you out with the bits you need.
by Fatdog
Tue Apr 23, 2019 1:06 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: YZF750 Fairing Mounts
Replies: 1
Views: 1343

Not had that issue on mine.
From memory it's a crude fixing like a self tapper into the plastic.
My guess is the plastics got brittle over age and split once you have screwed into it.
You could maybe glue a stud into the mounting point and bolt it that way?
by Fatdog
Thu Sep 13, 2018 1:04 pm
Forum: Lounge Bar
Topic: The lights are on and we're still open
Replies: 48
Views: 15482

Still here and try and add my 2 cents if i can! Only been using the bike for commuting to work and back, so no great outings to speak of. Lack of time seems to be the biggest factor for me. Weekends mostly revolve around the kids activities and when i do get a free one its for catching up with jobs ...
by Fatdog
Tue Sep 04, 2018 12:49 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: gas tank pipe queery
Replies: 4
Views: 2337

Do you mean the petrol tank? :lol:
It is a breather pipe and yes the rubber tube locates between the swinger and frame. :D
by Fatdog
Fri Jul 06, 2018 12:44 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: valve adustment
Replies: 28
Views: 8840

so i took the rad off which helped a lot. and locknuted the 8mm bolt into the crank. :) and was able to check the clearances. all the exhaust valves were between 0.2 and 0.25 mm happy with that. but all the inlets were under 0.1 and some were probably close to zero . i don't think would that cause ...
by Fatdog
Tue Jul 03, 2018 11:06 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: wanted valve timing plate
Replies: 6
Views: 2214

two-stroke-brit wrote:Thanks fat dog , i am surprised i cant find one for sale on ebay etc.
cheers Mark
That would suggest they never sold many!!
by Fatdog
Tue Jul 03, 2018 12:54 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: wanted valve timing plate
Replies: 6
Views: 2214

Its just one of Yamaha's fancy tools that was useful for the dealers workshops but not essential for the home mechanic.
Its only an adapter to be able to rotate the crank.
by Fatdog
Mon Jul 02, 2018 1:09 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: valve adustment
Replies: 28
Views: 8840

You shouldn't need the timing plate. If the end of the crank is the same as my YZF, all you need is the correct bolt (M8?) and a flange nut. Screw the flange nut on the bolt (with the flange side opposite the bolt head) and then screw the bolt into the end of the crank. then tighten the flange nut u...
by Fatdog
Thu May 03, 2018 12:52 pm
Forum: Lounge Bar
Topic: Birthday boy.
Replies: 13
Views: 3773

Happy 70th Birthday John!
You won't need the bike, now that you can ride on buses for nowt. :lol:
by Fatdog
Thu Apr 26, 2018 12:47 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Oh bugger..
Replies: 14
Views: 4455

Is it still in place in the exhaust rather than missing?
Are you sure it came out when you removed the exup?