MiniCarver

On 6/28/2019 at 6:15 PM, VFR750F3 said:

Not completely rubbish i can pop clutchless wheelies now.

That's the spirit, i'd take my little bit melted v-dam with these performance headers over a stock header with clean v-dam any day.

This was my center stand stop solution. 

24 minutes ago, SEBSPEED said:

 

To be fair, I've seen your watch band size and IIRC your header could also wear your watch...  

Yep, right at the mid-pipe connection lol

16 hours ago, MooseMoose said:

 

That's exactly the way the original Two Brothers pipes they were patterned off of fit.   Everyone should expect this.

I knew it wasn't be an exact perfect fit. Just letting everyone know what I had to do to get it in place. If you're trying to install this by yourself be prepared to become a novice contortionist. 

Finally got around to installing the pipe. The front was pretty far off and misaligned. CornerCarver had to lay on the ground and push the front right with his foot while I worked it into place. 

9 minutes ago, Funkotron said:

That's why I researched it. I'm still trying to figure out why my bike runs so hot and what can be done about it.

 

I chimed in because I don't think you can properly ceramic coat these on the inside, so there's a potential risk compared to leaving the SS on its own (which we know will last).

I've been running Titanium exhaust wrap on my 99 catless header and have seen a significant improvement to bike temp. someone had mentioned earlier in this thread that you "shouldn't" wrap SS headers so I contacted the manufacturer of the titanium wrap and they said it won't cause any issues with a SS header.

8 hours ago, GreginDenver said:

(I feel like the clueless kid at the back of class)

 

Can I ask why?  Exactly why are we talking about exhaust coatings here in this forum thread? 

 

I have to know, is there a specific reason or concern or flaw (in these new stainless steel headers) that has caused the discussion to be re-directed onto the topic of header coatings?

Maybe someone wants to coat their exhaust for aesthetics? 

4 hours ago, interceptor69 said:

In one post it was reported the 42 mm crush gaskets were not on Delkevic's website but in a much later post there was a link to a page of different gaskets, and there was a 42 mm gasket. I don't want to order the wrong gaskets- Is this the correct gasket pictured in the link?

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https://delkevic.com/copper-gasket-42-mm/

Just a heads up. delkevic has the 42mm gaskets back in stock now.

On ‎2‎/‎10‎/‎2019 at 7:31 AM, JZH said:

The General Information sections in the front of the Honda Workshop Manuals are the most reliable specification data I know of--certainly for Honda comparison purposes.  The Workshop Manuals contain very little part number data (only for things like special tools), so you also need to have access to the Parts Manuals or microfiche (or what used to be on microfiche!), but those contain very little specifications data (other than things like o-ring and seal dimensions).

 

I don't think Lorne meant that all such questions could be answered by reference to the Honda manuals.  But some, like M/C and brake piston sizes, can be.

 

As you note, different part numbers could refer to many different things, such as paint colour, mounting tab positioning--or to completely different internal designs or incompatible fitments.  Sometimes you just have to get the parts in-hand and get out the digital calipers.  That's what I had to do to acquire my triple clamp data--thank you eBay!

trial and error is exactly what I've been doing lol. I use the service manual for torque settings, but the microfiche will give me the bolt lengths and size, piston sizes, and will also tell me which parts were used on which different models/years. 

I literally just bought a new dogbone for my suspension on ebay just for test fitting because it was 14 bucks lol.

21 hours ago, Lorne said:

 

Well, the answer to this and many other questions may be found in the service manuals. Conveniently, pdfs are available right here on VFRD - goto Browse--> Downloads to get your copy.

 

Btw, according to Honda, both 6th & 8th Gen use a 14 mm master cylinder at the front, but different sizes on the rear. JZH may be able to verify these figures.

Yes They both use a 14mm master cylinder, but Honda did change the part number. Could be the way the new switch boxes hook up to the master cylinder for horn/brake switch. Or it could just be a different color. As far as the "answer to this can be found in the service manual" I have to disagree. These parts (to my knowledge) have never been swapped between these bikes thus far so you won't just find an answer for these conversions. 

8 hours ago, richieg said:

Iiking the 8th gen forks and brakes...can you do a build thread for us? Interested in doing the same for my 6th gen and keen to know if the 6th gen fork uppers and brake master cylinders can be used...

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I'm working on a build thread but i'm working with 150 gb of data between timelapse video's and pictures so it's taking me more time than I thought. and theoretically the 6th gen master cylinder will fit on the 8th gen but i'm not sure what the difference in the bore size is between 6th and 8th gen master cylinders. I would just try to find a used 8th gen master cylinder on ebay if you don't want to cough up the extra money for a radial master cylinder. as far as the upper fork tubes, they're both 43mm tubes and the length is the same, when I had my forks rebuild by traxxion they used my 2002 fork tubes because the 8th generation fork tubes were slightly bent. 

On ‎2‎/‎6‎/‎2019 at 4:43 PM, EX-XX said:

 

What's the go with retaining the VTEC solenoid? To "fool" the existing ECU into believing it's still "driving" a 6th-Gen engine?

When trying to figure out how to fool the 6th gen ECU and trying to check resistances to see if I could jumper it or eliminate it completely, I actually found that the v-tec solenoid valve plugs in to the wiring harness as a single blade powered wire, and to complete the circuit, the solenoid valve itself is grounded to the top of the engine block, inside the V underneath the thermostat housing. so I removed the solenoid valve from a donor 2002 engine and bolted it to the outside of the frame just above one of the engine mounts and ran the wire through the opening for the coolant line and it works perfectly.

We actually did a track day after I finished the build and I mounted a gopro on the lower right hand fairing and the recorded video picked up the solenoid valve "clicking" attempting to engage v-tec every time I got up to the engagement rpm range. little does my 2002 ECU know, my 5th gen engine has v-tec engaged at all times 😈 lol

23 hours ago, mello dude said:

 

Hey MiniCarver --- I think you may have the near ultimate VFR there with the 6th based and 5th engine plus 8th wheels and monoblocks.. 

>>>>Wow, just frick'n WOW! --- If I get your way, I would love to see it in person. 

 

You Carvers blow me away.. 

 

 

 

If you get my way I'll let you ride it lol. I couldn't be happier with how it turned out.

Now that 8th gen parts are becoming more and more available via ebay. I was able to do all 2014 suspension/wheel/rotors with Brembo monoblocks.

The 5th Gen has different cams for California and other states. I'm trying to determine if the 5th gen engine in Massachusetts has the Cams from California as well.

http://www.ronayers.com/CAMSHAFT-C208009.aspx

On the parts fische there is one cam for each 49 state and California. I'm trying to determine which cam is for which.

When i check the internet, apparently these states adhere to California Emissions Standards

"Other states which currently adhere to California emissions rules may choose to adopt the same mandate as well; those states include Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, and Vermont."

Does anyone positively know whether Honda places California cams or 49 state cams in bikes that were originally sold in these 9 states.

i like how the back tire is still touching the ground even on the center stand...He's raised the rear correctly

@Cornercarver, Pff bad engine or valve my ass...that engine is rock solid

What browser are you using? On my computer google chrome plays the video but internet explorer does not.

As most of you know who attended the 10th annual Texasmac, I've got a pretty big project ahead of me and only about 360 days to finish it. I'm planning on attempting to put my 5th gen engine inside a 6th gen frame and i've seen one guy post a thread about it on here before but can't find the post. If anyone can find the link I'd appreciate it. Just wanted to read it a couple times before i dig myself another financial hole.

Thanks.