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by 81 spitfire
Sat Feb 16, 2019 11:21 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: ISO Spitfire Cylinder
Replies: 1
Views: 303

ISO Spitfire Cylinder

I'm looking for a cylinder for my Kawasaki powered Spitfire. I also need a piston and rings. Thank you!
by 81 spitfire
Thu Dec 12, 2013 5:47 pm
Forum: General Talk
Topic: Spitfire Spindle Bushings
Replies: 0
Views: 116

Spitfire Spindle Bushings

I am going to be attacking the sloppy ski problem I have on my 80 spitfire and I am trying to get some parts ordered. The sled is 5 hours from me so I cannot go out and measure myself. I am looking to replace the spindle bushings (part # M67041 ). From doing a search on here I found that they were 3...
by 81 spitfire
Sun Apr 07, 2013 9:44 pm
Forum: Kioritz/CCW & Kohler Tech Talk
Topic: Cleaning a steel tank
Replies: 12
Views: 1031

Re: Cleaning a steel tank

I have also used the POR15 kit on a motorcycle tank. Two years and still no rust
by 81 spitfire
Sat Mar 23, 2013 12:42 pm
Forum: Kawasaki Tech Talk
Topic: No break light issues
Replies: 4
Views: 351

Re: No break light issues

I checked the wires and they are all good, I am getting power all the way to the socket on both wires. I will go out and check the ground and see if that is the problem.

Thanks
by 81 spitfire
Fri Mar 22, 2013 11:34 pm
Forum: Kawasaki Tech Talk
Topic: No break light issues
Replies: 4
Views: 351

No break light issues

This weekend I decided to try and fix the tail light on my 1980 spitfire. I was able to get the running light to work, but there is no change in illumination when the lever is pulled. I hooked up a test light to the break signal wire and it would turn on and off with the use of the break lever, but ...
by 81 spitfire
Wed Mar 13, 2013 10:15 pm
Forum: Kawasaki Tech Talk
Topic: Tygon vs. Polyurethane fuel line?
Replies: 13
Views: 10175

Re: Tygon vs. Polyurethane fuel line?

Well I decided to go with the tygon. Hopefully it holds up better than the stuff on there now. Why is it every time I shop on NewBreed I end up with more things in my cart than what I was looking for.... :bonk:
by 81 spitfire
Wed Mar 13, 2013 12:49 pm
Forum: Kawasaki Tech Talk
Topic: Tygon vs. Polyurethane fuel line?
Replies: 13
Views: 10175

Tygon vs. Polyurethane fuel line?

I am planning on redoing my fuel lines with a little higher quality tubing than what I was able to find at the hardware store. I am looking on NewBreed and notice the price difference between the blue polyurethane and the yellow tygon, but other than price what is the difference? I'm assuming that t...
by 81 spitfire
Mon Mar 04, 2013 1:44 am
Forum: Projects, Restorations, Customs
Topic: Making Memories on the old Spitfire
Replies: 3
Views: 442

Making Memories on the old Spitfire

Today I was finally able to put in a good day of riding on the 1980 spitfire. This is my grandfather's sled and we have been working together to get it running for a few years now. 3-2-13 2.jpg When we started working we were just cleaning the carburetor and putting in new fuel lines. The two of us ...
by 81 spitfire
Thu Feb 28, 2013 2:00 am
Forum: Kawasaki Tech Talk
Topic: Adjusting Spitfire Secondary
Replies: 0
Views: 448

Adjusting Spitfire Secondary

I have noticed that the secondary is out of alignment with the primary. I read through the service manual on how to do it and it seams fairly straight forward, but I am wondering where I can find the shims for this? Also, are there any special tricks for this that will make the job easier?

Thanks
by 81 spitfire
Wed Jan 23, 2013 8:41 pm
Forum: General Talk
Topic: Happy Birthday Matt!!
Replies: 28
Views: 1608

Re: Happy Birthday Matt!!

Happy Birthday Matt! I wouldn't be able to find the parts and info to keep my sleds running without all you do. :winter:
by 81 spitfire
Mon Jan 21, 2013 2:12 pm
Forum: Kawasaki Tech Talk
Topic: 81 spitfire issues
Replies: 22
Views: 1299

Re: 81 spitfire issues

I had done a compression test and had 125 on both sides, new gas, and was not running it with the belt on when the engine was bogging down. However, I won't be running this engine again for a while as the pto side piston is now in a bunch of pieces and need to do a complete overhaul and find replace...
by 81 spitfire
Sun Jan 20, 2013 1:47 pm
Forum: Kawasaki Tech Talk
Topic: 81 spitfire issues
Replies: 22
Views: 1299

Re: 81 spitfire issues

I replaced the cdi box and the sled seems to sound like it is running stronger and doesn't die out like it is loosing spark when giving it throttle off of idle. It seems to be idling stronger now, but I have come across a new problem. It wants to bog down when I get it to about half to three quarter...
by 81 spitfire
Sun Jan 20, 2013 1:29 pm
Forum: Kawasaki Tech Talk
Topic: Fuel tank grommet installation
Replies: 10
Views: 1017

Re: Fuel tank grommet installation

Thanks for all the replies guys, it made a huge difference putting the grommet in first and then the fitting. Wish I had thought of that... Now if only it wasn't so cold and windy I could ride this thing! Wind chills from 20 to 45 below expected today :brrr:
by 81 spitfire
Sun Jan 20, 2013 3:14 am
Forum: Kawasaki Tech Talk
Topic: Fuel tank grommet installation
Replies: 10
Views: 1017

Fuel tank grommet installation

I am trying to replace the fuel tank grommet along with all new lines and in tank filter, but cannot seem to get it in there. Just wondering if anyone had any tricks to getting those guys on there.

Thanks
by 81 spitfire
Tue Jan 08, 2013 8:44 pm
Forum: Kawasaki Tech Talk
Topic: Spitfire CDI?
Replies: 5
Views: 482

Re: Spitfire CDI?

Are there any ones that would work for my 80 spit? I cannot seem to find anything anywhere for the spit. Are there any from any other models that would work?