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82, xj650 shim kit?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by sethoneal7, Nov 1, 2014.

  1. sethoneal7

    sethoneal7 Member

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    I can't find a compatible one. Does anyone know where I can get one?
     
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    Shims for what, valves? Why buy an entire shim kit when you may only need one or two shims?
     
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    Valves, and because its easier than measuring and buying.... measuring and buying
     
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    Ok
     
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    Obviously, the choice is yours, but if you go around and measure each valve clearance and then pull each shim and record it's value...you'll have a record for future reference, plus you can then order only the shims you need and perhaps a shim you pull from one bucket will be reused in another....ultimately saving you both time and money.
     
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    All you have to do is get a kit of 29mm shims..... They're all over the place. If you can't find a "compatible kit", you're not looking.

    A kit will cost you a fair bit--, but if you simply take your measurements, then swap what can and buy the few remaining ones, it'll cost very little.

    But, since you want a kit, Dennis Kirk, yamaha dealer, eBay, xj4ever, bikebandit........ And more, just contact them.
     
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