druggrepp Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 01 RTP1100 64k I tried to set valves today and I'm stumped. Normally the feeler guage goes between valve stem and rocker arm, but my RT has a cone that sits on valve and fits into rocker. Where does the flat feeler go? I've set valves for years, I feel like a dummy , especially when I over titened vc bolt and broke it of in head. That was an extra hr spent on my knees drilling and ezy out. Somebody help the old guy.... Link to comment
Linz Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Well, taking you at your request for helping out a fellow old guy... Buy yourself a very good and accurate torsion beam torque wrench. For engine work, it's essential. The Valve Cover bolts require 7Nm (about 5 foot-pounds) to tighten. It doesn't take much more than that to strip the threads. Also, this will help you out. I printed a copy and bound it. You can download it from here: http://advwisdom.hogranch.com/Wisdom/JVB%20valve%20adjust.html I hope that this helps. Linz Link to comment
druggrepp Posted July 26, 2011 Author Share Posted July 26, 2011 http://advwisdom.hogranch.com/Wisdom/JVB%20valve%20adjust.html is AWESOME valve setting diy. I'm going back in. Thanks Link to comment
Yeeha! Stephen Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 If you have any troubles, I could come by and help out. Where in DFW are you? There are some good videos here http://www.bmwmc.net/mc.asp?O=frames Then go to training... then video training... & pick your bike/video Link to comment
druggrepp Posted July 27, 2011 Author Share Posted July 27, 2011 I live in S arlington. Website is dealer only and requires password... Setting the valves is now a challenge and I won't be beat. Holler if you want to ride sometime. Link to comment
Yeeha! Stephen Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Sorry 'bout that. This is the correct place http://www.bmwmc.net Then go: Training Video Service Procedures R 1100/1150 RT-P Video Training R 4V Engine Service Good Luck! Link to comment
Selden Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Try Oilhead Valve Adjustment for Dummies. It's illustrated, comprehensive, and irreverent — what more could you ask for in tech writing? Link to comment
deevee Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Sorry 'bout that. This is the correct place http://www.bmwmc.net Good Luck! This is a great video- thanks! Link to comment
DFWBo Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 Hello Yeeha SS, haven't seen you here before. Bo P Link to comment
AndyS Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 With 2702 posts, Yeeha's been here some time now (since 01). Andy Link to comment
druggrepp Posted July 28, 2011 Author Share Posted July 28, 2011 Great oem video Yeehah. I get it now. Thanks Link to comment
Chuck U Farley Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 Hey druggrepp, I live near I-20 and Green Oaks Blvd in SW Arlington. Give me a holler if you want to go ridin' or need help with maintenance on your RTP. Link to comment
DFWBo Posted July 29, 2011 Share Posted July 29, 2011 Thanks Andy. He's been wealth of information for me here locally and a gracious Tour Meister, I just hadn't noticed him here. Hope I didn't offend like I did pulling a low-side when he was leading a ride ;-) With 2702 posts, Yeeha's been here some time now (since 01). Andy Link to comment
Yeeha! Stephen Posted July 29, 2011 Share Posted July 29, 2011 "Hope I didn't offend like I did pulling a low-side when he was leading a ride ;-) " None taken... I've told that low-side story a hundred times already. Wish we had a picture of the hole in the rocker cover that we plugged with a tree branch and duct tape! Link to comment
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