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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #75 on: December 01, 2012, 10:04:07 PM »
So I tried to reset the sensors and retune it to factory specs. Still runs the same. I tested the crankshaft position sensore today and it tested at 560 ohms when cold and after about two minutes of the bike running it started to stumble and die out and I checked it again and it was at 620 ohms. I think thios may be at least some of the issue since 588 ohms is the max.
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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #76 on: December 03, 2012, 07:58:55 PM »
Does anyone think I'm on the right path? I really don't want to just start replacing parts if I don't have to.
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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #77 on: December 05, 2012, 05:56:17 PM »
I can't promise you that you are on the right path.... as I'm not in person with the x. But from what you've stated here..... I think you are, in so much that I'd be going the same route, with what information that I have....
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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #78 on: December 05, 2012, 09:22:34 PM »
I was thinking so but then again I keep second guessing mysekf. I'm going to try the CPS and see what happens then maybe Santa will bring a SuperXtune :-\
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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #79 on: December 06, 2012, 05:46:15 PM »
nagging second guessing happens...
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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #80 on: December 25, 2012, 09:49:20 PM »
Well I found the throttle body bracket was braken so I welded it back together, about three weeks ago and still no change. Today I started it up and it seems to run great....only difference is today it's about 45 degrees instead of 85 degrees it was three weeks ago. My air temp sending unit has the tip almost broke off. Could this be an issue that would cause it to run only when it's cold outside?
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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #81 on: January 03, 2013, 09:31:08 PM »
Check your intake gaskets if you still have the factory throttle body support bracket. What happens when they break is the seal of the intake gets broken and the cylinder, if the front runs lean and gets hot, thus burning the exhaust valves and possible cracking the head. The rear can do the same although the Oxygen sensor that richens a lean mixture is located on the rear pipe. Since your throttle body bracket was broken, might as well do a wet/dry compression test, post results here if you like. If compression is good, replace intake gaskets, remove repaired throttle body bracket, place in right hand, throw as far away as you can, get an Air Filter backing plate from a Vendor and install after you have replaced intake gaskets.

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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #82 on: January 03, 2013, 11:24:27 PM »
I ran a compression test but can't remember what the numbers were but they were about 8-10 psi less on the front cylinder. They stayed pretty consistant wet also. I will order a set of intake gaskets if I don't already have some in my box's of parts that came with the bike. I am also going to do the SuperXtune but have to wait until income tax time. Once again thank you for the advise. I need to get this bike running good and get to riding it....the wife is starting to frown on this not running bike thing! >:(
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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #83 on: March 15, 2013, 12:48:34 AM »
After much testing and searching I think I have a burned valve or bad rings on the front cylinder. >:( I have everything to rebuid the engine except the timing set. I have all the gaskets, valves and pistons and rings. I used a bore scope and don't see any scoring on the cylinder, so I could probably get away with just honing the cylinder. Now I'm thinking about just getting rid of the bike and all the parts. I love this bike and the way it rides but I really don't have the money to keep it going and I certainly don't want it to end up rotting in my garage or in someone elses either. I see most bikes around my area going for around $7,500-$9,000 I figured with all the spare parts and bike asking $5,000. Do you guys think that is reasonable?
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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #84 on: March 15, 2013, 05:57:21 AM »
Although its your choice .... I'm never comfortable with the notion of selling out.  Our X's time to time can be very trying....

Your price sounds like its in the ballpark to me...
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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #85 on: March 18, 2013, 07:38:22 PM »
Yeah I eally like this bike but it seems to me after looking at most peoples bikes it's just one battle after another. I want a bike I can jump on at any time and go across country if I want knowing if I do break down I can get parts. I hate to see it go but looks like I'm gonna trade it in on a Harley and sell all the parts I have.
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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #86 on: March 25, 2013, 07:14:55 PM »
Has any of you rebuilt an engine? I'm really wanting to keep the engine but think if I do I should go through the engine just to know there are no issues there. I really want to keep this bike and I have most everything t build the engine except the timing set. So do I need any special tooling?
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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #87 on: March 29, 2013, 08:31:42 PM »
I know there are guys out here who have done engine work, but not sure to what extent. BTW, how many miles on this bike? Seems strange to need engine work unless the FO really racked up the miles.

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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #88 on: March 30, 2013, 03:03:29 AM »
I know there are guys out here who have done engine work, but not sure to what extent. BTW, how many miles on this bike? Seems strange to need engine work unless the FO really racked up the miles.
It had 12,799 miles. The PO had rode the crap out of it and moddified the air cleaner assembly and bypassed sensors. I traded it in on a Harley today. :-[  :) I have a lot of parts mostly new and some used. This week I will get a list of what I have and get it put up so you guys can keep your bikes going.
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Re: 99 Super X #1145 Being Semi-restored
« Reply #89 on: March 30, 2013, 01:16:00 PM »
Well that's good news/bad news. Which HD you get?
I'd be interested in some spares...never know.