rryman
Well-known member
I have been working on a 83 Interstate that has spent more time sitting around than running since 83 since it had 44k actual on it when I got it in September this year. I have cleaned the gas tank, repaired the fuel sending unit, rebuilt the carbs, changed plugs, and still having some issues with the running. It's a little sluggish from a standing start, but once running, will cruise at 70-75 with no problem. One if the issues is when you get up to speed and back off the throttle to "cruise", there is what I call a "burbling sound" coming out the exhaust. The PO had the exhaust tips cut off flush with the mufflers, and it's LOUD. Maybe not loud to some folks, but way too loud for me. I have learned on this forum that there are baffles in the tailpipes that may have had something to do with the burbling sound, and possibly the performance. I'm currently looking for a stock set of mufflers. I have also bought new plug caps and wires, which came in yesterday and I am about to go to the garage and start putting the thing back together. Since we currently have about 4" of snow on the ground and still coming down, what better place to be than in the garage working on the bike and watching football games!!
I'll report back on whether or not the new plug wires and caps helped.
I'll report back on whether or not the new plug wires and caps helped.