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NighthawkVTX
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« on: January 06, 2016, 01:23:16 AM »

I see many different pictures of some beautiful Valks on this site.
I've  noticed that some bikes have what appear to be "caps" over the carbs. On others they appear to have open "stacks"
Apart from cosmetics, what are the differences?
What is the real name for these parts, and how would I order these "stacks"?
Does water build up in them during heavy rain?
Thanks
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KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)
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« Reply #1 on: January 06, 2016, 02:56:32 AM »

The open topped ones are "Velocity Stacks" and actually have a plastic cap under them. They are designed to drain any water out but can hold a little at times. Some just glue/tape "filters" to the top of their carb caps. Not sure where to buy but google should pull up options  cooldude

Stacks
http://www.aeromachmfg.com/V_Stacks_Honda_Valkyrie_p/am-2410hc.htm

Filters bought probably at a auto parts store
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NighthawkVTX
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« Reply #2 on: January 06, 2016, 03:16:27 AM »

So are these velocity stacks primarily for show, or do they enhance proformance.
I saw a video of some one who placed LEDs  inside them to give them a flickering fire effect. That might be something I would like to try
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Ramie
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« Reply #3 on: January 06, 2016, 05:16:00 AM »

So are these velocity stacks primarily for show, or do they enhance proformance.
I saw a video of some one who placed LEDs  inside them to give them a flickering fire effect. That might be something I would like to try

Just for show.
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« Reply #4 on: January 06, 2016, 06:14:17 PM »

NO..... NO......
Wrong.....
I was at a bike rally in MS. I was a few bikes down from my Valk (with stacks)..
I heard more than one EXPERT say as they were looking at my bike..... See those stacks?.... That adds about 20 more HP.....
I heard it my self....
Just loves those EXPERTS....... cooldude
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« Reply #5 on: January 07, 2016, 06:17:50 AM »

The stacks do set the motor off. HD riders really like those. Have had many comment on mine.
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« Reply #6 on: January 07, 2016, 07:00:49 AM »

NO..... NO......
Wrong.....
I was at a bike rally in MS. I was a few bikes down from my Valk (with stacks)..
I heard more than one EXPERT say as they were looking at my bike..... See those stacks?.... That adds about 20 more HP.....
I heard it my self....
Just loves those EXPERTS....... cooldude
Damn it !!! I got ripped off. I only got 10 extra HP with mine.  2funny
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« Reply #7 on: January 07, 2016, 09:34:29 AM »

I found mine on eBay run about 200-250. You may want to consider shimming the tank as I have heard of a few guys getting dents in the tank from gas sloshing. I zip tied a couple old truck radiator hoses to the frame to sit the tank up about a little bit more .
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Danny McMillin
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« Reply #8 on: January 07, 2016, 05:25:35 PM »

SpongeBob.....Why did it have to be a Rally in MISSISSPPI??????????
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BF
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« Reply #9 on: January 07, 2016, 06:21:25 PM »

I found mine on eBay run about 200-250. You may want to consider shimming the tank as I have heard of a few guys getting dents in the tank from gas sloshing. I zip tied a couple old truck radiator hoses to the frame to sit the tank up about a little bit more .

BigBF sells a shim kit with a very thick washer to shim the tank.  Works great.  If you don't use it, the stack will rub on the tank.
So are these velocity stacks primarily for show, or do they enhance proformance.
I saw a video of some one who placed LEDs  inside them to give them a flickering fire effect. That might be something I would like to try

At one time, MarkT was going to sell sets of LEDs for the velocity stacks.  Don't know if he ever did market them or not.  

btw....there's no such thing as a dumb question on this board, only questions that haven't been answered yet. 
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« Reply #10 on: January 09, 2016, 05:00:51 AM »

I found mine on eBay run about 200-250. You may want to consider shimming the tank as I have heard of a few guys getting dents in the tank from gas sloshing. I zip tied a couple old truck radiator hoses to the frame to sit the tank up about a little bit more .
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btw....there's no such thing as a dumb question on this board, only questions that haven't been answered yet. 
Nice response  cooldude
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« Reply #11 on: January 10, 2016, 12:21:49 PM »

Bf, is that seat rail still available? Or is that another hard to find item.
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« Reply #12 on: January 11, 2016, 10:05:20 AM »

The open topped ones are "Velocity Stacks" and actually have a plastic cap under them. They are designed to drain any water out but can hold a little at times. Some just glue/tape "filters" to the top of their carb caps. Not sure where to buy but google should pull up options  cooldude

Filters bought probably at a auto parts store

What type of filter is used on top of the carb caps? 
How does the paper (if it is paper) element hold up?
Inquiring minds want to know!
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« Reply #13 on: January 11, 2016, 07:23:53 PM »

They are cosmetic only. Non functional. No filter required.
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Gideon
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« Reply #14 on: January 12, 2016, 08:06:21 AM »

They are cosmetic only. Non functional. No filter required.

I know it is only for looks. But I like the look.
Can you tell me what they called?  Smiley
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« Reply #15 on: January 12, 2016, 10:07:01 AM »

They're breather filters, like these;

http://www.autozone.com/external-engine/breather-filter/spectre-breather-filter/415841_0_0/?checkfit=true

My AutoZone has them in multiple colors so you can color coordinate with your bike.  Just chop off the nipple on the bottom and 3M it to the top of your carb covers.
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« Reply #16 on: January 12, 2016, 01:55:25 PM »

I've got those little air filters on my Tourer--compliments of the previous owner.  Not something I would have done, but have not gotten around to remove them--now I kind of like 'em.  I think they are applied with double sided tape.
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« Reply #17 on: January 12, 2016, 02:58:08 PM »

Double sided tape is good, but I went with heavy duty Velcro circles.  Easier to move if you are working under the tank.

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« Reply #18 on: January 12, 2016, 08:53:03 PM »

The open topped ones are "Velocity Stacks" and actually have a plastic cap under them. They are designed to drain any water out but can hold a little at times. Some just glue/tape "filters" to the top of their carb caps. Not sure where to buy but google should pull up options  cooldude

Stacks
http://www.aeromachmfg.com/V_Stacks_Honda_Valkyrie_p/am-2410hc.htm

Filters bought probably at a auto parts store


Sorry, I thought that question was already answered in the first reply, Velocity Stacks. Your post made it sound to me you thought they where functional and you wanted to know how a filter worked in there.
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« Reply #19 on: January 18, 2016, 12:06:01 PM »

I like the look of mine. Plus it gives HD owners an idea of what they are actually looking at.





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