Just want to say THANKS!

More
05 Apr 2011 23:35 #442895 by jjack010
Just want to say THANKS! was created by jjack010
I've been coming to this site off and on for several years now. I've been turning wrenches since I was able to, but it was usually on a figure 8 race car or other 4 wheeled vehicle. So since I've become a proud owner of a molested Z1, :woohoo: I've started learning a wealth of information about working on these bikes. All in all, principles are the same between working on carb'ed bikes and cars, but then again there are so many differences. So, I have about a month and a half before I ship out again and my mission is to get the bike road worthy and get some miles on it before I leave. BTW, I'm active Army. With all that being said, I just want to say thanks for all of the valuable information! I just checked valve clearance for the first time. Then I stumbled on to the article about using a zip tie instead of the valve hold down tool. AWESOME! First time GO. Until next time..............

Greetings from Central Texas
1974 Kawasaki Z1
Central Texas
The following user(s) said Thank You: Mcdroid

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • Stu Pidasole
  • Offline
  • User
  • if you aint mod'n, you aint rock'n!
More
05 Apr 2011 23:44 - 05 Apr 2011 23:46 #442897 by Stu Pidasole
Replied by Stu Pidasole on topic Just want to say THANKS!
Awesome and thank you. Be safe. Joe
Last edit: 05 Apr 2011 23:46 by Stu Pidasole.

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • trianglelaguna
  • Offline
  • User
  • New and improved - extra strength
More
06 Apr 2011 00:55 #442914 by trianglelaguna
Replied by trianglelaguna on topic Just want to say THANKS!
link the zip tie article if you get time..or the words your searched to find it....

thanks for your service...be careful and come home soon

Craig
1976 KZ900
2003 ZX12R
2007 FZ1000
2004 ninja 250R for wife

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • wireman
  • Offline
  • User
  • The most interesting prick in the world
More
06 Apr 2011 01:13 #442916 by wireman
Replied by wireman on topic Just want to say THANKS!
Keep your powder dry B)
posting from deep under a non-descript barn in an undisclosed location southwest of Omaha.

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
06 Apr 2011 04:06 #442931 by mtbspeedfreak
Replied by mtbspeedfreak on topic Just want to say THANKS!
Thank you Jack!
2000 ZRX 1100
1976 KZ 900- Daily Driver
1980 LTD 550- Dalton Highway survivor!

If it has tits or tires, it'll give you problems!

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
06 Apr 2011 08:02 #442936 by jjack010
Replied by jjack010 on topic Just want to say THANKS!
Found the zip tie info here - kzrider.com/forum/2-engine/431091-poppin...inder-w-video#433450 . I also had one valve where the shim was to tight and I didn't have enough clearance to remove the shim. I attached some duct tape to the end of the zip strip just to give a bit more clearance. Worked great. Make sure the tape is secured well so when you pull the zip strip out, it doesn't fall off into the combustion chamber.
1974 Kawasaki Z1
Central Texas

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • testarossa
  • Offline
  • User
  • Attack life, it's only trying to kill you.
More
06 Apr 2011 08:24 #442941 by testarossa
Replied by testarossa on topic Just want to say THANKS!
Thanks for your service!
1978 KZ1000 A2 Click--->Build Thread
2004 ZX-10R
2007 Harley Sportster 1200
2020 Harley Street Glide Special
Angola, IN

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
06 Apr 2011 10:47 #442960 by jjack010
Replied by jjack010 on topic Just want to say THANKS!
No problem. Thanks for the greetings.
1974 Kawasaki Z1
Central Texas

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

Powered by Kunena Forum

Forum Links