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03-09-2010, 2:31 AM firefighter Joined on 08-10-2009 st john, in Posts 5 Someone who can work on bike I have a 82 cx 500 with 8,000 miles I bought it 2 years ago and it had sat for 20 years. I have did a lot of work on it and have drove it for the past 2 years but it still wont run right. I live in st john in about 30 miles south of chicago and I need someone to clean and rebuild carbs set lifters check timing. I dont want to take it to a dealer as it would cost too much. If you live close by and can work on this call me 219-789-5349 firefighter 82 cx 500    Report

03-09-2010, 3:08 AM spanish bandit Joined on 02-12-2009 southern spain Posts 4,999 Re: Someone who can work on bike hi firefighter,and a warm welcome from the south of spain.spend a few seconds to put your bikes details in your signiture line.it helps others help you. do not take your bike to a dealer,there is no need. we have a resident carb specialist who can take care of your carbs[you will be speechless at the results]his name is larry. ill find a recent post that shows his work. you may find when your carbs are done,nearly all your problems may be solved feast your eyes here http://choppercharles.com/cs/forums/172034/ShowPost.aspx when i feel the need,i do it,llego,ve 60,s ----------------------------- 2008.1982 honda gli silverwing [uk model ] 2010.1981 honda gli silverwing [uk model ]    Report

03-09-2010, 8:09 AM Blindstitch Joined on 03-14-2009 Greenfield Wisconsin Posts 9,851 Re: Someone who can work on bike Yeah you probably want to take you carbs off and send them to Larry. Everything else even the most unskilled person should be able to do some of it. 1979 CX500 Supertanker ATGATT makes riding a bike like a sled easier. Quick Reference    Report

03-09-2010, 4:37 PM ramprat06 Joined on 03-22-2006 Vancouver WA USA Posts 361 Re: Someone who can work on bike Believe me, firefighter......what Larry did was give my 82cx a whole new life blood...the thing will take me a long time to get used to....the immediate response, the smoothness, the full range with no hesitations, the wide open OMG hang on!!!.......and not to mention the sheer beauty of 28 yr. old works of art.  The price is well worth the results, and as was said, may just solve/make other issues seem insignificant (which they should not be taken to be).  Took about a week, sent them on a Thurs, and got them back next Wed.  YMMV.  As to the other things, I too was fortunate to find a local CX'er able to come by and do some wrenching for me, as my skills/abilities are limited.  Hope you can find such a new friend in your area.  Good Luck to ya. *okay not the first* Joel May the multitude of wheels in your head always control the two wheels between your legs. 1982 CX500 custom. 99% stock. 3rd owner New to me, Spring '03 ~7k miles Now, ~23k miles Age 55    Report

03-12-2010, 12:35 PM firefighter Joined on 08-10-2009 st john, in Posts 5 Re: Someone who can work on bike How do I get in touch with larry and what is the cost firefighter 82 cx 500    Report

03-12-2010, 1:00 PM Abes_CW Joined on 04-17-2007 saskatoon Posts 3,021 Re: Someone who can work on bike See this thread: http://choppercharles.com/cs/forums/172166/ShowPost.aspx 1983 GL650i Had 4 CX/GL's at one point this year, down to one, next spring is another adventure! age 38 (29 plus tax)    Report

03-12-2010, 2:34 PM DaveF Joined on 06-11-2008 Lawrenceville, GA Posts 1,232 Re: Someone who can work on bike  Here is another endorsement of his work.  Larry is very active here and will likely see this thread. My Web Site 1982 GL500 1983 GL650    Report

03-12-2010, 2:44 PM PWG in Lowgap NC Joined on 01-07-2008 Minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway Posts 2,373 Re: Someone who can work on bike Larry quoted me $250.00 for a pair of GL650 carbs six months ago. Still can't afford it, but more than likely worth every penny 06 Suzuki S50 daily ride CX500c Honda Magna BC age 72    Report

03-12-2010, 3:25 PM Timothy_D Joined on 04-22-2006 Santa Rosa, CA Posts 1,585 Re: Someone who can work on bike Did that $250.00 include Randakk rebuild kit and new jets, or just a cleaning? CX500 Turbo, GL650I, Two CX650E's, and one Crown Jewel of the CX line- CX650T. Why do I own five CX/GL bikes? Ask an alcoholic why he drinks. Donating Member. Sold: 1981 CX500D, 2- 1982 CX500T's, 1983 CX650C.    Report

03-12-2010, 5:20 PM ramprat06 Joined on 03-22-2006 Vancouver WA USA Posts 361 Re: Someone who can work on bike I am confident the cost includes the complete rebuild using Randaak stuff (can't be positive about jet replacement, but if they needed replacing, I am sure he would do that as a matter of course.).  As well as balancing and road testing.  Put them on and adjust idle and off ya go. *okay, not the first Joel* May the multitude of wheels in your head always control the two wheels between your legs. 1982 CX500 custom. 99% stock. 3rd owner New to me, Spring '03 ~7k miles Now, ~23k miles Age 55    Report

03-13-2010, 8:23 AM LRCXed Joined on 05-15-2008 Sacramento, California Posts 1,670 Re: Someone who can work on bike Hi guys. With all the rebuilds I do every rubber part is replaced new. I use the stock jets and emulsion tubes even if I have to drill one of them out. The full Randakk kits are good. I have built 5 sets using his kits when the customer sent it with their carbs. Their kits include the same parts that you can buy online except for his bowl gaskets and the fuel O-rings. The ones he uses are thicker than the stock oem parts. I use the Viton O-rings also that are thicker. I order mine in bulk as well. They seal much better and will hold up much longer than stock as well as sealing better. If you order the full K&L kit the fuel needle valve should not be used on the 80 and up models. The rubber tip in them are only placed it the bodies tip. They can be pulled off with no effort. As time goes by they will shrink slightly and allow the tip to fall out and stop or slow the fuel into the bowl. Not only that but most of the valves are too long. That will make the float level to low since the plastic floats are not adjustable. The only carbs I will use these in (if I have to) is the early 78-79 carbs with the black adjustable floats. And I use a dab of JB Weld under the rubber tip to ensure they will never fall out. Use the stock fuel needles if you have a good set. They are much higher quality. Bottom line is that what ever a set of carbs need I repair or replace it. Even if it's a mechanical part like a throttle plate or part of the linkage. My only problem is that I have had to replace many parts over the years and the spares are getting low. If anyone has old or broken carb sets sitting around I'm sure I could use some of the parts off them if your willing to part with them. Thanks for the compliments and interest from everyone. Larry If your going to do something, do it right, don't do it half as@*d. 78 CX500 Std, 79 CX500 project, 80 CX500C, 83 GL650I http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/    Report

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