pipe leak & loss of power?
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pipe leak & loss of power?
The leak is by my left leg where the pipe mounts with the small tab. (same as factory spot) The weld is broke about 40 % around the tab. What affect would this have on power (if any). The reason I ask is I've been chasing a loss of power problem all spring & can't figure it out. I tried OMR carb mods & no matter what jetting, float level etc. I've got to top end pull like I used to.
I took the pipe off in May & really shined it. It was a small crack then & when I remounted it again & bolted it down I think I made it worse. I'm really at a loss. I can't figure out this loss of power. It is the top of midrange & topend. Espo. in 1st & 2nd. There is just no "explosion" like there used to be. It feels really flat. Maybe the packing is worn?
If you want to read the stock carb mods thread pages 7-9 be my guest. Perhaps there is something else I haven't tried but at this point I'm very frustrated & willing to listen to any ideas.
problems
Thanks for any ideas.
I took the pipe off in May & really shined it. It was a small crack then & when I remounted it again & bolted it down I think I made it worse. I'm really at a loss. I can't figure out this loss of power. It is the top of midrange & topend. Espo. in 1st & 2nd. There is just no "explosion" like there used to be. It feels really flat. Maybe the packing is worn?
If you want to read the stock carb mods thread pages 7-9 be my guest. Perhaps there is something else I haven't tried but at this point I'm very frustrated & willing to listen to any ideas.
problems
Thanks for any ideas.
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#3
pipe leak & loss of power?
No, my octane level is always the same. My rings are stock. I bought it in March of 2001.
What is the best way to check those, compression check? Assuming I buy a gage how is it done? I mean is there a certain number times to turn the engine over? etc?
I can't imagine the rings being bad, that would be a terrible disappointment. Is that common to a DS?
What is the best way to check those, compression check? Assuming I buy a gage how is it done? I mean is there a certain number times to turn the engine over? etc?
I can't imagine the rings being bad, that would be a terrible disappointment. Is that common to a DS?
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pipe leak & loss of power?
Yes, Do a comp test. pull one plug out and screw the fitting in and hold the throttle wide open till the guage ( app 5-7 sec) maxes out at (it should be) around 170psi without the decompression lever as is. Id say your rings are done for. jmo. a comp test will tell some. if it goes from 170-120 within a few mins then you have probs.
with the rings being worn out you might be losing cyl pressure. That might happen after 5 years of riding,, How many hours do you have on your rings approximately?
with the rings being worn out you might be losing cyl pressure. That might happen after 5 years of riding,, How many hours do you have on your rings approximately?
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pipe leak & loss of power?
I'm not really sure about the hours. All I can say is I don't ride often. It would be a shame if the rings are done. I expect better than that.
So are you saying hold the throttle full open while I crank the starter 5-7 seconds (with the engine run switch off of course). So how long should I let the gauge measure the pressure? What is a few minutes?
Thanks
So are you saying hold the throttle full open while I crank the starter 5-7 seconds (with the engine run switch off of course). So how long should I let the gauge measure the pressure? What is a few minutes?
Thanks
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