what is needed for a tm 45 to run alky
Nov 2, 2003 | 10:59 PM
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what is needed for a tm 45 to run alky
i am considering finding a used tm45 to run with alky. what parts do i need to make this work. i have read of people changing the needel and tube, running a 260-280 main and no piolt. does this souynd right? if so what needle do you need.
Nov 3, 2003 | 08:08 AM
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what is needed for a tm 45 to run alky
nothing. i just have to much time on my hands and would like to compare them. see if there is any strengths or weaknesses to either. also it would be nice to have a back up setup if i ever needed it for anyreason. i am also looking for a used tm45 if anyone has one.
Nov 3, 2003 | 09:03 AM
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what is needed for a tm 45 to run alky
My kit came with the 95 needle, oversize tube, oversize float needle & seat,5 pilot jets ranging from around 50 to 70, different piece that holds the tube in and mains screw into, and 9 dellorto main jets ranging from 270-330 (different threads than Mikuni main jets).
Pilot jets are useless, maybe OK if you activate the pump. I drilled one out to .060" and it ran good until cooler weather came. Haven't tried it without one yet. Tube is around .125", can't remember the part number. Planning on taking it apart tonight, can get all the numbers if you want.
I don't see how it would pick up fuel without a pilot jet, but a lot of people say they do fine. Gonna drill mine out bigger tonight.
Pilot jets are useless, maybe OK if you activate the pump. I drilled one out to .060" and it ran good until cooler weather came. Haven't tried it without one yet. Tube is around .125", can't remember the part number. Planning on taking it apart tonight, can get all the numbers if you want.
I don't see how it would pick up fuel without a pilot jet, but a lot of people say they do fine. Gonna drill mine out bigger tonight.
Nov 3, 2003 | 12:03 PM
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what is needed for a tm 45 to run alky
Find the Mikuni dealer in your area, have him give his distibutor a call and tell them what you want.
they will send out a new sample tube, needle, main jet extension, and drain plug.
Install the parts, Drill out your main from .101 to .128
Drill out your pilot to about.072 ( this will cut the bottom off of the pilot just)
Advance timing
If its cold out, prime with gas ( just a little bit)
Fire the bike
This is the approach I used bike runs great other than the gas priming in cool weather.
they will send out a new sample tube, needle, main jet extension, and drain plug.
Install the parts, Drill out your main from .101 to .128
Drill out your pilot to about.072 ( this will cut the bottom off of the pilot just)
Advance timing
If its cold out, prime with gas ( just a little bit)
Fire the bike
This is the approach I used bike runs great other than the gas priming in cool weather.
Nov 4, 2003 | 07:35 AM
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what is needed for a tm 45 to run alky
can you guys get me part numbers for the needle and tube and float needle. what size main are you guys runnin
