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by 4chevys4me
Sun Jun 04, 2017 5:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 89 elite e
Replies: 16
Views: 7974

Re: 89 elite e

I used Seafoam, degreaser, and I little gas. Broke up everything nicely within an hour or so. Blowing it out with compressed air and should be off to the races soon.

Thx for the help
by 4chevys4me
Sun Jun 04, 2017 3:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 89 elite e
Replies: 16
Views: 7974

Re: 89 elite e

Ding Ding Ding, we have a winner!!! Exhaust was plugged. No muffler and she started right up. Whats the best way to clear the muffler??
by 4chevys4me
Sun Jun 04, 2017 2:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 89 elite e
Replies: 16
Views: 7974

Re: 89 elite e

I'll check the exhaust
by 4chevys4me
Sat Jun 03, 2017 9:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 89 elite e
Replies: 16
Views: 7974

Re: 89 elite e

well I'm no stranger to small engines and motorcycles.. I have plenty of compression and I put some fuel in the cylinder NOTHING.. Only thing I'm unsure of is the electronic choke? I'm wondering if this is common after sitting for 6+ yrs. I've just started tinkering with it. Spark just looks weak co...
by 4chevys4me
Sat Jun 03, 2017 5:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 89 elite e
Replies: 16
Views: 7974

89 elite e

I have a 89 Elite 50. Overall good shape 1100 miles. Sat for ever. Cleaned carb and Spark is weak, is there something I should check? easy fix? If not I might just part it out. 125PSI in jug. complete bike... Any suggestions?
THX
Paul