Bench checking of Float Levels

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02 Apr 2009 08:42 #277678 by HerrDeacon
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I've only checked and adjusted my float levels (clear tube method) with the carbs on the bike. It's a bit of a pain though getting the bowls off and such. Anyone have any tips for setting up the carbs so they can be done off the bike? How do you support them and keep them upright and level? Getting fuel to them? Any pics of your setup?

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02 Apr 2009 09:33 #277687 by JR
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Taking the carbs on and off the bike is a PITA. The last time I adjusted the floats I used a Black & Decker workmate to hold the carbs and I used a little fuel tank from a lawnmower with a clamp on the fuel line to the carbs.

It took about 3 or 4 on/off/adjust cycles before I had all the levels in the clear tubes just where I wanted.

Hope I dont have to do this for some time to come. I'm sure there is an easier method than mine.
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02 Apr 2009 09:48 - 02 Apr 2009 09:49 #277689 by OnkelB
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Nate (NONB) came up with this great idea of using a pair of spare intake manifolds and some plywood to make a carb jig, I just added a plate to hold a drip pan.

Setting the jig up in a vice you can get the carbs level on one axis, using a C-clamp you can get them level on the other axis - works like a charm, got the float levels set spot on in about an hour.

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02 Apr 2009 09:49 #277690 by OnkelB
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02 Apr 2009 09:50 #277691 by OnkelB
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02 Apr 2009 09:56 #277695 by Mcdroid
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Yeah I remember that thread and was planning on making one of those this weekend...I start 12 days off starting Saturday...no place to be but my garage:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:
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02 Apr 2009 10:04 #277697 by mtkawboy
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Thats a better idea then mine but I have a vise that attaches to my bike lift. I roll it outside so I dont spill gas in the garage and clamp them in the vise in a towel & level them. I think Ill build the board setup
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02 Apr 2009 10:25 #277701 by HerrDeacon
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That's excellent guys, thanks for posting those. Great setups. I'm going to have to try and rig up something like that.

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02 Apr 2009 12:21 #277715 by mark1122
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I use the workmate as well. i dont have to take the cables off that way. just put the bench beside the bike. works for me.B)
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02 Apr 2009 15:31 #277757 by Russ Jackson
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This float level question comes up all the time. Someone should post a short video...Russ
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02 Apr 2009 15:41 #277760 by JMKZHI
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My engine block stand w the carb holder attached.
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02 Apr 2009 15:42 #277762 by JMKZHI
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And w carbs in place. I use a level to make sure it's level.

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