Recent content by jonathan_libby

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    Old Mariner FPP Kawi 650 Headpipe question

    Got together with a new coupler and am golden! Exhaust pisser is probably 110* and engine about 120-125. I can hold my hand in it. Got it tuned so the end of the chamber sizzles a little after a long pull but is just a little cooler at the coupler. FCV kicks ass and I have little to no...
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    Old Mariner FPP Kawi 650 Headpipe question

    Cool, thanks. I’ll give that a shot. I have already made the mistake of putting it together greasy. That Windex trick sounds like a solid tool I think part of my problem is not being able to feel the bottom side of those hose clamps to make sure that they are perfectly aligned. I think as soon...
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    Old Mariner FPP Kawi 650 Headpipe question

    Any tips on installing the silicone coupler between Head pipe and chamber? I blew an older one off that had some wear, Then replace with a new one installed dry that also popped off at the Head pipe. This time I have tightened the sleeve on the chamber With about 1” of sleeve to slip over the...
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    Old Mariner FPP Kawi 650 Headpipe question

    Perfect! I’m looking for bottom to mid range but my last FPP limited pulled pretty hard all the way and was ting ting ing top end too. Adjusters we’re frozen when I got it 8 years ago for $450, but they were froze in the right spot I’ve finally done some research and am running separate cooling...
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