Carb Rebuild Guide?

[Kintan]

Hey guys. I bit the bullet and decided the best thing to do for my bike was rebuild the carbs. I put it away wet and when I pulled them apart the gaskets fell apart so I just decided to rebuild them totally and see how that helps. Then I am timing the heck out of it. Now a question. I got the SaberCycle rebuild kit (yes I know Randakks is "Better", but some of use have to count cash). That being said is there a good rebuild guide somewhere I don't have to pay for? I looked around and only saw ones I had to purchase. Any help would be appreciated.

[WingAdmin]

Hey guys. I bit the bullet and decided the best thing to do for my bike was rebuild the carbs. I put it away wet and when I pulled them apart the gaskets fell apart so I just decided to rebuild them totally and see how that helps. Then I am timing the heck out of it. Now a question. I got the SaberCycle rebuild kit (yes I know Randakks is "Better", but some of use have to count cash). That being said is there a good rebuild guide somewhere I don't have to pay for? I looked around and only saw ones I had to purchase. Any help would be appreciated.

Honestly, take that Saber Cycle kit and throw it in the trash. If you get it to fit at all, you'll find that you're going to have to do it again in a few months. Most people can't get them to seal properly at all. They're that bad.

On the other end of the spectrum, the Randakk kit is not just "better" - it's actually the "best." Better than OEM.

The Saber Cycle kit is $22, the Randakk kit is $209. There are other options, such as K&L, which can be had for around $50. You get what you pay for...the Saber Cycle kit will last you a few months before it needs to be done again. The Randakk kit will last for years and years. Amortize the cost of the kit against how long it will last, then make your decision.

[Placerville]

I couldn't agree more.

When you choose the 'least cost' route with critical mechanical parts, you'll always loose. Not only will you loose money (because you'll have to buy the parts again) but, you'll loose time as you do the job again (not to mention the frustration you'll experience). You'll probably be 'out' the money you spent on your Saber Cycle kit as they are ruthless with people who try to return the items they sell. Do as WA recommends and DO NOT install that kit.

Cut your losses now. Save up your money and buy the Randakk kit. Also, you must buy the 'How To' video. Here's two being sold on eBay right now. You can probably get one for just a couple of bucks.

[spiralout]

I, too, used Sabre's kits against everyone's advice for my 764As a couple of years ago because of the cost factor. It was a mistake. I've had nothing but problems with them from the get go, from parts not fitting correctly to bowl gaskets that within 6 months had shrunk so much they were fouling floats. Not to mention the customer service, the LACK of customer service. I did end up buying a vac slide from them for my 1500 earlier this year only because they were the only place I could find that had one available. I hated to give them any more money, but I was pressed for time. As far as rebuild guide, Octane's write-up on NGW is a good one http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2952

[SnoBrdr]

I couldn't agree more.

When you choose the 'least cost' route with critical mechanical parts, you'll always loose. Not only will you loose money (because you'll have to buy the parts again) but, you'll loose time as you do the job again (not to mention the frustration you'll experience). You'll probably be 'out' the money you spent on your Saber Cycle kit as they are ruthless with people who try to return the items they sell. Do as WA recommends and DO NOT install that kit.

Cut your losses now. Save up your money and buy the Randakk kit. Also, you must buy the 'How To' video. Here's two being sold on eBay right now. You can probably get one for just a couple of bucks.

Wonder what the reserve is on those.

I made backup copies of mine cause dvds can and do go bad.

[WingAdmin]

I made backup copies of mine cause dvds can and do go bad.

Totally off-topic, but I do the same - particularly for DVDs containing home videos and such. I back them up to my backup server, which in turn gets backed up to the cloud (Crashplan).

[SnoBrdr]

I made backup copies of mine cause dvds can and do go bad.

Totally off-topic, but I do the same - particularly for DVDs containing home videos and such. I back them up to my backup server, which in turn gets backed up to the cloud (Crashplan).

I won't ever use The Cloud for anything, way too insecure.

[RBGERSON]

look here

http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2952

[WingAdmin]

I made backup copies of mine cause dvds can and do go bad.

Totally off-topic, but I do the same - particularly for DVDs containing home videos and such. I back them up to my backup server, which in turn gets backed up to the cloud (Crashplan).

I won't ever use The Cloud for anything, way too insecure.

Crashplan is a bit different. Your data is encrypted on YOUR end, before it is uploaded to the cloud. Crashplan (or anyone else) cannot decrypt the data without the decryption key, which you yourself create. In fact, if you lose your encryption key, you yourself will never be able to decrypt it! So even if their servers are compromised, there's nothing to be leaked or stolen, because everything is encrypted.

[Kintan]

So does anyone know how I can return this kit? I will just spend the extra I guess.

[SnoBrdr]

Totally off-topic, but I do the same - particularly for DVDs containing home videos and such. I back them up to my backup server, which in turn gets backed up to the cloud (Crashplan).

I won't ever use The Cloud for anything, way too insecure.

Crashplan is a bit different. Your data is encrypted on YOUR end, before it is uploaded to the cloud. Crashplan (or anyone else) cannot decrypt the data without the decryption key, which you yourself create. In fact, if you lose your encryption key, you yourself will never be able to decrypt it! So even if their servers are compromised, there's nothing to be leaked or stolen, because everything is encrypted.

How many bit is the key ?

[SnoBrdr]

So does anyone know how I can return this kit? I will just spend the extra I guess.

Good luck with returning or getting any info on anything at SS.

They have one of the worst reputations in any business for customer service.

[WingAdmin]

I won't ever use The Cloud for anything, way too insecure.

Crashplan is a bit different. Your data is encrypted on YOUR end, before it is uploaded to the cloud. Crashplan (or anyone else) cannot decrypt the data without the decryption key, which you yourself create. In fact, if you lose your encryption key, you yourself will never be able to decrypt it! So even if their servers are compromised, there's nothing to be leaked or stolen, because everything is encrypted.

How many bit is the key ?

448 bits.

[pistolpete]

So does anyone know how I can return this kit? I will just spend the extra I guess.

Kintan,
Have you resolved this issue yet?
Pistolpete