In need of a wrench session

[Jamtndll]

My baby is really starting to backfire and run rough.  I think I need a carburator overhall.  I have to use choke to start and she is hard to warm up.  Once warm she runs find with the exception of backfiring when slowing down.  If anyone is willing to help me on some Sat. morning I would appreciate it.  9/27 would be a good sat. for me. YOu let me know what Sat would be good for you and I will see if I can make arangements to be off.  I am in East Texas (Tyler Area)
Thanks,
Jim

[roboto65]

You know what 9/27 looks good for me too. I am off that weekend let me know what you need !!!!

[Jamtndll]

I just need to know what to order from DD for the carbs.  I can get that ordered today.  And where you want to do this.  We can do this at my house but my toolset is incomplete right now. 
Thanks,

[roboto65]

I would gladly have it at my house if you like I will be off that weekend I live in Conroe so might be a little drive but we could have a wrench session for that and other things if nybody else jumps in !!!  Or I can pack up the tools and come out there.

[lragan]

Ken "MagnaDaddy" in Hutto is planning to come to my place sometime soon to sync some carbs.  I would like to install Progressive Springs in my front fork, but haven't a clue as to how to do it.

I have a mercury stick, lift (with cradle for 3rd gen), shop air, and an adequate tool supply.  What I don't have is a garage. -- only three car carport equipped with air and power.

So, if either or both of you want to come here, you are welcome to do so.  I hosted a "wrench session" once, and got several folks to show up, even though none of us had any wrenching to do.  We did enjoy lunch at The Salt Lick barbecue about 5 miles from my home, and a fine BS session.   I would be pleased to host again, but would appreciate the connivance of experienced wrench heads.

It would require both you guys to travel, so if you prefer to flip a coin and do it at one of your places, that is OK too.  Just let me know.

[TLRam1]

Not intending to step on your toes Allen or Lawrence......I will tip toe and throw my hat in here.

I don't mind holding a wrench session either but I might be working on one of my bikes along with others. I do have an 01 we can practice tearing down.

[rjb/AKA Bob Barram]

Jim, it is always good to have a wrench session. But, until that time arrives try running a can of Seafoam through the engine. I have a 3rd gen magna and that seems to do a lot of good for me. It is available at walmart and autozone. Follow the capacity directions on the can. For my 3 gallon tank I put in about 2.5 ounces for each fill up.

[dgc67]

It is available at walmart and autozone

But $2 cheaper at Walmart!

[Jamtndll]

Well actually it worked itself out. Someone made me an offer I could not refuse.  I am picking up my new 98 magna next sunday the 21st.  If you are going to have the wrench session I will be there buy hoperfully I will not have any work to do myself. I will try to send a pic soon of the new bike.
http://www.magnaownersoftexas.com/forums/index.php?topic=2397.0  Here are some pics.  Scroll down to the pics David sent me from Katy.

[TLRam1]

That will make you a nice bike Jim. Congrats

[Charles S Otwell]

That's a nice looking bike, congrats!

[TLRam1]

Jim, I am going to bite on this.

What kind of an offer did they make you? Are you trading in your other?

[Jamtndll]

A local guy offered me $600 more than what I paid for my V45.  So I sold it.  I ended up paying 4K for the 98. It has alot of extras on it.  Now I just have to hope it survives IKE.  hehe

[hootmon]

Nice Seat and spare Tank.. I hope you like some long distance riding, because that baby is ready to roll!!!
Did I hear the Iron Butt ride calling you???

[drkngas]

Congrats Jim!  That is a sweet Magna.  So......  I dont know how you set up a Sunday pickup but while your here if you wanna try to set up a lunch or something (PIE) I am sure some other MOOTsters will come out of the woodwork.  Need directions to the dealer????  It's right next door to Hooters that has special bike parking.