Old rider, older still ride just bought
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10-10-2014, 05:43 PM
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Correction on the switches, found them at Dennis Kirk, in black for $90. Questions;
What have most here with an oldie but goodie like this done for bars? They are OK for now but feel narrow and short compared to what I have had, who still makes for these? Cables and brake lines?
What cautions or heads up info or trade tricks for kitting the carb? small parts kit is on the way since it began leaking out the dribble tube.
What have most here with an oldie but goodie like this done for bars? They are OK for now but feel narrow and short compared to what I have had, who still makes for these? Cables and brake lines?
What cautions or heads up info or trade tricks for kitting the carb? small parts kit is on the way since it began leaking out the dribble tube.
If you are going to go with taller bars I would wait till you get what you want before installing the new switch wires to prevent having to splice on add on wire to get it to fit.
Ditto for the cables and brake line.
I use Barnett for most of my cabling needs.
#13
10-12-2014, 07:38 PM
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Bunch of things on the 93's (and other years too) to look for:
Drive sprocket loosening up.
Cam bearing.
Lifters.
Base gasket leaks.
Rocker box leaks.
The stock 80" was EPA strangled, and the first mod should be a better air cleaner and a better exhaust. If those are drag pipes, you might consider a good 2-1 exhaust. Move on to a better cam and an aftermarket ignition, and you'll have a nice running Harley.
#14
10-13-2014, 03:59 PM
Thanks for that info, the old critter has had cam change and the air cleaner is not a stocker as far as I can tell, The owner had the fishtails that came on it when he bought it, they may go back on. Will do a overall inspect as time allows prior to any lengthy rides. I get my carb parts and the bar harness will make it a little less bother right off the bat.
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