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  1. M

    Fork rebuild parts for 06 Uly

    So far the Seal Mate seems to have fixed the leaks. I still have the fork rebuild parts in my stash, but haven't needed them yet.
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    Need help with broken exhaust stud

    I ended up using the welder and they came out just fine. I'd never done it that way before. Much easier / better / cleaner IMO than trying to drill it out. I did hit the hardware store and grabbed some copper tube to "sleeve" the hole before I started welding. This helped to protect the...
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    Differences between pre and post 2006 engines? And cranks?

    Again, forgive my ignorance. If the 07 crank issues were a heat treatment / metallurgy issue, are these cranks forever doomed to failure? Or since they're pressed together (at the crank pin), does this mean a new / properly treated pin can be used and the crank is now GTG? Looking up some of...
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    Differences between pre and post 2006 engines? And cranks?

    That's just what I needed. Thanks!
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    Differences between pre and post 2006 engines? And cranks?

    This is a bit concerning regarding rebuilding the '07 as well. I've understood the '07 failures to be a heat treating / alloy / "in some way metallurgy related to the crank" failures. Linked specifically to the crank. Being an oil related failure could move the failure away from the crank as...
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    Differences between pre and post 2006 engines? And cranks?

    Do you have any recommendations regarding a shop to refurb this crank, and / or what you would consider to be a reasonable charge for the refurb? So far I've largely been referred to DarkHorse. It seems they're a bit more high-performance oriented (and priced) than what I'm looking for. I'd...
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    Differences between pre and post 2006 engines? And cranks?

    I bought another 2007 Uly with a bad motor (based on the description I'm assuming a bottom end issue). It's super clean so I'd like to bring it back to life if possible. Which means I'll likely be searching for a replacement engine. I've found a couple of 2005 bikes that could be suitable...
  8. M

    BUELL XB All Years Models L1501.02A8 NEW Front Engine Isolator mounting Bracket

    I used the one I bought from Barrett a few weeks ago when putting the '09 Uly back together. Found the original was torn apart pretty good, and figured it would fail at an inopportune time. Should last a long time with this brand new one! Thanks!
  9. M

    Draining oil from crank case for oil inspection

    It's a salvage bike which did not have an airbox cover. I'm concerned it may have rained in the throttle body while on the salvage lot.
  10. M

    Draining oil from crank case for oil inspection

    I'm confident with my mechanical skills, but it sounds like there's not much oil volume actually maintained in the engine. Based on that, it seems various change / run / flush routines, or a crank-with-return-line-removed scenario will work just as well. Thanks!
  11. M

    Draining oil from crank case for oil inspection

    I've got a Uly that may have contaminated oil. I'd like to drain and inspect the crankcase oil before firing the bike up. I'm curious about the best option for draining the oil from the crankcase, not just the swingarm. I've looked through the manual and it covers oil changes and oil hose...
  12. M

    Assuming similar mechanical condition, keep an '06 or an '09?

    Timely thread! I just got the '09 from the original post up and running last week. New exhaust gaskets, studs, nuts, intake seals, Time Sert rear spark plug hole, cleaned injectors, cleaned throttle body, new injector o-rings and filter baskets, new PVC grommets, front exhaust bushings, new...
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    PCV Valves

    Cooter and Barrett, thank you both for the input. I've already installed these units in the '09 but it's not made it off the lift yet. So I'll be removing them tomorrow. I'm not familiar with users by real names yet but my current plan is to replicate what PushrOd did here...
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    PCV Valves

    Is there an issue putting something like this on the bike? https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/c/microgard/engine-sensors---emissions/pcv/pcv-valve/c24c7c440178/microgard-pcv-valve/mgd0/pcv184 It fits the grommet hole, the clearance to the frame, and the vent tubes just fine. I had someone...
  15. M

    Exhaust Stud Broken

    Any suggestions on ways to bolster the factory mount situation? There's only so much room for straps...I am making sure to use a factory strap to replace the worm gear hose clamp. I also have a question on the bushings for the front mount. I'm curious how to tell when they're "too worn". The...
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    Exhaust Stud Broken

    Thanks for the info Barrett. After pulling my exhaust I found the front strap had been replaced by a big worm-drive hose clamp, and the bushings were loose / wobbly in the front mount. Sounds like that's what snapped the rear stud. Thanks partially to your info, I'll be purchasing some...
  17. M

    Just acquired an XB engine and I have questions?

    The VIN confirms it's an '04. https://vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov/decoder/Decoder
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    Need help with broken exhaust stud

    11 year thread zombie revival! I have a couple of broken studs on the rear cylinder head of my '09 Uly. I'm likely going to do a full frame removal for access to the head. I'm not a big fan of drilling as I usually don't have great results with threads staying unmarred. Plan is to use the...
  19. M

    09 XT 25k miles, valvetrain issue

    Thank you
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    09 XT 25k miles, valvetrain issue

    Not sure on exhaust side, but with borescope down the throttle body I have no movement on either intake valve when turning the engine over. I'll pull the cover and check the pinion / shaft situation. With no movement of valves and the PO's statement of "it just stopped running like I hit the...
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