fuel level issue or normal?

Some reference material in case you need it for that petcock rebuild.

Rebuilding the Yamaha Vacuum Fuel Valve w/pics

Ghost

 

Thank you very much, Ghost.

 

... and a tip of the hat to Bigfitz for creating these excellent instructions

 

Been a while since I posted. I need to finalize my order to xj4ever, then when my stuff comes in (float valve seat o-rings, petcock rebuild kit, clear hose with measuring marks for fuel level checks) will get cracking. Have read with interest a couple of recent postings about finicky fitting with the petcock rebuild kits, and hoping I can sort that easily enough if it occurs to me. Another question, does anyone know of an easier way to set up the carbs for the fuel level check than the PCV creation pictured in the instructions posted on this site?

 

The clear tube wet set is really the only way to get the right float height. It takes a little time but well worth it in the end...

 

The clear tube wet set is really the only way to get the right float height. It takes a little time but well worth it in the end...

 

In regard to the PVC "fixture" I just clamp the rack in my (carboard-padded) bench vise and use a small level to ensure that it's level in all directions.

 

bench vise solution sounds reasonable. I can test drive that while I'm waiting. God knows I got no shortage of cardboard. Thanks.