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does disconnecting the spark plugs from the boots prevent any arcing inside the boot? Just asking in the interest of safety.
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« Reply #1 on: November 25, 2021, 12:45:28 PM » |
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Disconnect and set next to engine block. Pull plugs and put rags over plug holes. Bar or crank over. Plug wires may arc to block but for the test , will not be an issue.
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« Reply #2 on: November 26, 2021, 08:06:47 AM » |
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speaking as one who found out the hard way. Secure rags over the plus holes and push the bike outside. The gas will shoot a long ways out when the starter is pushed.
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« Reply #3 on: November 26, 2021, 12:36:48 PM » |
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Also speaking from learning the hard way, make sure the plug wires don't ground on the engine. Had mine outside, no plugs, and yet major flamage when I cranked it over. I just kept it cranking and it blew itself out. If I ever have to do it again I would have a fire extinguisher standing by.
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« Reply #4 on: November 26, 2021, 01:12:50 PM » |
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thanks everybody!
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Gondul
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« Reply #5 on: November 26, 2021, 02:57:49 PM » |
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Just put in in a higher gear and push...
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« Reply #6 on: November 26, 2021, 03:36:19 PM » |
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excellent idea! but unfortunately my valk's stall in the apt building basement garage is land locked for now.
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« Reply #7 on: November 26, 2021, 03:54:54 PM » |
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excellent idea! but unfortunately my valk's stall in the apt building basement garage is land locked for now.
NOT a good place to test!!! |
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« Reply #8 on: November 26, 2021, 04:32:17 PM » |
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This is what I did in my basement without risk or incident. I took out one plug at a time and tried rolling the bike in gear each time until the motor would turn. I did this with the ignition off so no spark. It freed up on the sixth try which was number two. Once the culprit was identified, I used the Mityvac to pull the bulk of the fuel out. As I remember, about 2 ounces. Then I put the plug back in, rolled the bike again to make sure it was unlocked, then hit the starter. Fired up no problem then continued with correcting the problem.  Edit: I only had one cylinder locked. Might require a little more effort if you have more than one flooded. |
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« Reply #9 on: November 26, 2021, 07:50:34 PM » |
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Ohhhhhh in a basement. That's not the place to test for hydro lock.
Not sure what I would do? Why do you think the bike is hydro locked?
You could pull the plugs and use a hand pump to pump out the cylinders.
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« Reply #10 on: November 26, 2021, 08:37:49 PM » |
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Ohhhhhh in a basement. That's not the place to test for hydro lock.
Not sure what I would do? Why do you think the bike is hydro locked?
You could pull the plugs and use a hand pump to pump out the cylinders.
You could do what I did. That's the place I used, worked really good. Maybe you need to read my entire post. I doubt if a hand pump would work any better than the Mityvac.  |
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« Reply #11 on: November 27, 2021, 07:25:18 AM » |
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I would think after doing the gear roll thus freeing it up etc., changing the oil would be next before firing it up.
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« Reply #12 on: November 28, 2021, 09:42:34 PM » |
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I would think after doing the gear roll thus freeing it up etc., changing the oil would be next before firing it up.
Yep that would be a good idea. |
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« Reply #13 on: December 16, 2021, 03:35:08 PM » |
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speaking as one who found out the hard way. Secure rags over the plus holes and push the bike outside. The gas will shoot a long ways out when the starter is pushed.
Hahaha I am so glad I am not the only one that found out how far gas spurts out of the spark plug socket. I had 3 flooded pistons after it sat for a long time. Fuel.... went... far. I would much rather try the 6th gear approach next time, or manually turn it with a wrench, but ultimately it did the same thing. |
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« Reply #14 on: July 21, 2022, 02:20:06 PM » |
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Didn't like the idea of a garage fire. I just wrapped some of that rubbery silicone tape around the holes on each boot and plugged 'em up. Peace of mind and all.
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