PV end cap 'helpers'
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PV end cap 'helpers'
The PO of my bike has fitted these adapted washers to help hold the PV end caps better to the cylinder.
I have two questions:
1, Is this normally an Issue with the 500?
2, If this is a problem, is this the best fix?
I have two questions:
1, Is this normally an Issue with the 500?
2, If this is a problem, is this the best fix?
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Re: PV end cap 'helpers'
2 of mine had broken, that washer looks like its been on there a while so if yours havent (broken), id re-use them again for sure.
The holders are certainly pricey for what they are....
The holders are certainly pricey for what they are....
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Re: PV end cap 'helpers'
Some people should have their tools taken away...............
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Re: PV end cap 'helpers'
Are they broken Jon? I have a box full of broken caps here. It's quite common for the portion with the screw hole to break off.
If they aren't broken it seems like a crude solution, but if it works it's all good.
Did he cut a groove in the cylinder to accommodate the washer?
If they aren't broken it seems like a crude solution, but if it works it's all good.
Did he cut a groove in the cylinder to accommodate the washer?
Re: PV end cap 'helpers'
Yes they have been on the engine for years I would say. Ive not taken then off yet so dont know how many ive got that are intact. I'll have a look today.
Ive had 350 ones repaired by welding then up and creating a tab, but its not an exact science and I guess with the 500's being held only by one end they are prone to failure.
Ive had 350 ones repaired by welding then up and creating a tab, but its not an exact science and I guess with the 500's being held only by one end they are prone to failure.
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Re: PV end cap 'helpers'
LOL, Is there a better solution to this problem, I'd be happy to hear it if there is.jackson.40 wrote: ↑Sun Jan 20, 2019 1:48 pm Some people should have their tools taken away...............
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Re: PV end cap 'helpers'
Probably done a few years ago when the bike was just another cheap old bike . Untidy but look quite effective .
Re: PV end cap 'helpers'
Hi , I've had a couple welded up and then filed them down.
Yambits also sell them https://yambits.co.uk/rz500-powervalve- ... 78995.html
Cheers Ron.
Yambits also sell them https://yambits.co.uk/rz500-powervalve- ... 78995.html
Cheers Ron.
Re: PV end cap 'helpers'
If you replace the cover don’t over tighten the bolt - use some loctite on the thread they are slightly prone to coming loose.
Cheers
Paul
Cheers
Paul
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Re: PV end cap 'helpers'
They are still available new from Yamaha.
Re: PV end cap 'helpers'
I expect the Yambits ones are OEM, they sell quite a few OEM bits and these would cost too much to make/have made themselves.
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Re: PV end cap 'helpers'
Yes, exactly Jon. They are just the middleman.
If you need help with parts or want to check Yamaha Canada prices just drop me a line. As you know from the 350 forum, I've purchased cheaper parts here and forwarded to our friends in Australia.
If you need help with parts or want to check Yamaha Canada prices just drop me a line. As you know from the 350 forum, I've purchased cheaper parts here and forwarded to our friends in Australia.
Re: PV end cap 'helpers'
Thanks John, I'm still working out what I need, the list isnt quite a s long as I was worried it would be. My bike is remarkable condition for its age really.
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