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#91

The Garage / Re: 2002 magna

Last post by hootmon - January 10, 2020, 05:01:51 PM

I had to remove the lines on the water pump to access the clamp on the right rear carb, so lost about a cup of coolant which I replaced. I checked the coolant when I first experienced that annoying red light. When it happens while I'm parking somewhere I use the kill switch and let the fan run, never takes more than a minute to shut off.
Just a heads up, I got my hydraulic lift from www.discountramps.com. It was the best deal I found a few years ago. They have a lot of things a man can use.
Radiator thermister isn't showing up on any exploded diagrams I've seen, but there is a forty to sixty dollar switch that looks like it will be it.

The Thermister issue isn't that it doesn't turn the fan on, it's that it turns it on too late and shuts off too early..
If you want to see if it's the Thermister..
Just start the bike before a ride.. Unplug the wire from the thermister.. Run a wire from the wire you just disconnected to ground.. The fan will come on, no go for a ride under the conditions when the light would normally come on...
If the light still comes on, you have another issue.. If the light never comes on, it's most likely the Thermister..

#92

The Garage / Re: 2002 magna

Last post by bobbalee - January 09, 2020, 05:59:29 AM

I had to remove the lines on the water pump to access the clamp on the right rear carb, so lost about a cup of coolant which I replaced. I checked the coolant when I first experienced that annoying red light. When it happens while I'm parking somewhere I use the kill switch and let the fan run, never takes more than a minute to shut off.
Just a heads up, I got my hydraulic lift from www.discountramps.com. It was the best deal I found a few years ago. They have a lot of things a man can use.
Radiator thermister isn't showing up on any exploded diagrams I've seen, but there is a forty to sixty dollar switch that looks like it will be it.

#93

The Garage / Re: 2002 magna

Last post by TLRam1 - January 09, 2020, 03:17:12 AM

Assuming you have checked the radiator and it is full along with the reserve tank to the "full line".

My temp light flickered the other day also while sitting, this was unusual, it was dark and could not tell if the fan came on or not. 

#94

The Garage / Re: 2002 magna

Last post by hootmon - January 08, 2020, 04:09:50 PM

During my wait for parts my research led me to a reason for overheating, which is too lean carbs. My temperature light would come on after riding on hot(90-95 degrees) days while sitting at a traffic light. Not sure I am ready to try synchronizing yet, but changing the mixture may help.

I appreciate all of the responses from everyone.

I 95% guarantee that this is the Radiator Thermister..
If you are sitting on the bike, look on the left side of the radiator. There is a round sensor screwed into the radiator.. THIS is your overheat problem.
Buy a new one and replace it.. I've had to replace 2 of those out of 3 gen 3's I've had.. 
It controls when the fan comes on.

#95

The Garage / Re: 2002 magna

Last post by bobbalee - January 07, 2020, 08:03:47 PM

Thanks for the tip, I didn't think of that when I had it apart. Once I found the clogged jets I wanted to get back on the road.
Today I fixed my turn signals. Good video on u tube helped me. Motorcycle medic I think. Anyway my sporadic to nonexistent turn signals are fixed.
During my wait for parts my research led me to a reason for overheating, which is too lean carbs. My temperature light would come on after riding on hot(90-95 degrees) days while sitting at a traffic light. Not sure I am ready to try synchronizing yet, but changing the mixture may help.

I appreciate all of the responses from everyone.

#96

The Garage / Re: 1998 owner in Central Texa...

Last post by cyclefiend - January 07, 2020, 09:13:46 AM

Just in case you are still in need of a Mechanic for your Magna. I can't say enough about Chris Porter at Flying Wrenches Mobile Powersports. I have a 97 Magna that had been sitting in the garage for about 3 years, and hadn't been cranked in all that time. I knew I would have to get it running if I hoped to sell it. Chris came to my home, picked up the Magna, and performed what can best be described as a ressurrection of my 97 Magna. It runs as good as it ever did including the day I rode it home from the dealership. Chris does get busy from time to time as all the good mechanics do. Needless to say the Magna is NOT for sale, and runs like a rocket!! Website is http://flyingwrenchesmobile.com

#97

The Garage / Re: 2002 magna

Last post by hootmon - January 07, 2020, 05:50:47 AM

yes the 2nd shim helps with that lull between 3-4K RPM.. I believe you can remove the diaphragm lids without pulling the carbs..
Here is a helpful hint.. Once you have removed the lid, take one of the lid screws and thread it into the middle of the Diaphragm, then use the screw to pull the diaphragm out.. A firm tug will do it..

#98

The Garage / Re: 2002 magna

Last post by bobbalee - January 07, 2020, 03:11:44 AM

Yes, stock filter and pipes.

#99

The Garage / Re: 2002 magna

Last post by TLRam1 - January 07, 2020, 01:26:47 AM

Should be running a whole lot better. Now that you have done it once, much easier the next time to add the shims.

Do you have a stock air filter and stock pipes?

#100

The Garage / Re: 2002 magna

Last post by bobbalee - January 06, 2020, 07:21:16 PM

Went to town today, and It runs better than before. But I was wishing that I had done the Dodge shims while I was at it.