Just came across your video and would love to see the changes you have mentioned. I would also love to see a video of you using it on a bike. I have a dirt bike and a 4 wheeler that I am struggling to get running correctly and would love to make something like your setup to help me better adjust the carburetors.
@jordanmichael6746 күн бұрын
awesome man ive been stuck trying to find parts for an 80s Yamaha to no avail cheers for this helpful upload
@hotrod-machines22 сағат бұрын
Hope it works for you. You can also finish the last payer off with a heat shrink tape. The objective is to just keep the carb together and keep air from getting in from the outside.
@Stig00719 күн бұрын
So mine broke ... is an interference engine or the valves bent or broken i haven't had a chance to open it up
@hotrod-machines19 күн бұрын
Yes this is an interference engine. There are multiple ways to see if damage was done, but honestly these engines are so easy to pull out I would just drop the engine and do all of the upgrades and fixes while you are doing the timing chain.
@miguelsontay28021 күн бұрын
Thanks for the tips mam I had the similar problem with my craftsman arm saw, but I put it an the trash 😢
@rem45acpАй бұрын
I have the same stove and was dealing with a very uneven surface the last time I went camping. Had to drain the bacon fat half way through cooking it on a griddle before it overflowed. I'm seriously considering trying this idea.
@hotrod-machinesАй бұрын
I wouldn't go back to a regular stove without the adjustable legs. It just makes like so much easier and gives me the option of using the whole frying pan instead of just whatever corner is lowest 🙂
@inktownfishing45052 ай бұрын
That fiberglass tape/gasket maker is a great idea to keep it flexible. I used JB weld and brushed it on my carb boot years ago, but it doesn't flex. Will try this way next time.
@christianlarsen64212 ай бұрын
Nerver heard of anyone else changing the timing chain. Why did you do it? 🤔
@hotrod-machines2 ай бұрын
Only reason we changed it was because we were in the engine anyway doing other work, so might as well do everything for the cost.
@MrKosiepoephol3 ай бұрын
why not use an electric window switch?
@hotrod-machines3 ай бұрын
You could use a DPDT switch for low current motors, but the intent of this video is to give users access to relays that are good for 40+ amps of current and run much larger motors.
@treejay8183 ай бұрын
Hi could you please make a tutorial on how to create your own rubber manifold from scratch thankyou!
@hotrod-machines3 ай бұрын
I won't have the time to make a video of that for a bit, but if you just used cardboard to make the original tube between the carb and engine and then start wrapping it with fiberglass tape and gasket maker you can slow build it up to what you need and then just dissolve the cardboard away with water.
@treejay8183 ай бұрын
Thanks so much i just got a polini 2002 x3 and its a pain to find parts i hope this lasts a long time on my manifold.
@Matthew-wn8oq4 ай бұрын
My boot is different than yours , it is just round on both sides with no bolts but it has those 2 rubber tabs on one side like yours. How do you orient those tabs or does it even matter? I pushed one side on to the carb now the side with those two rubber tabs gets pushed onto the engine side , should I keep those tabs down or up?
@hotrod-machines3 ай бұрын
If you have tabs and the correct boot they should align with a notch on either the carb side or other side. If there isn't a notch or raised piece then it may not be the original boot and orientation doesn't really matter. Only reason to worry about how these boots go on is to make sure the carb is pointed the right way and make sure that there are no air leaks.
@Matthew-wn8oq3 ай бұрын
@@hotrod-machines thank you ! I did finally figure it out . I felt like a donkey when I saw the metal tab . I appreciate you answering and helping out though , alot of people wouldn't take the time so thank you.
@ivecamperbuild_thomas40844 ай бұрын
Do you have a wiring diagram Im trying to operate a car electric seat well 2 seats the motors working but all the wiring was cut out many thanks
@hotrod-machines4 ай бұрын
There is a wiring diagram in the video that shows you how to wire everything up.
@SailLibra4 ай бұрын
thanks!
@jamesdevito42865 ай бұрын
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@Hiazhunter5 ай бұрын
Thank for the excellent tutorial. I feel smarter now after watching this informative video. The idea of a joystick controller for the snowblower chute is way cool. 👍🏻 Subbed
@hotrod-machines5 ай бұрын
We like it as well. If I were to do it again I plan to add a 12V DC to 24DC converter to speed up the rotation.
@dnsHate6 ай бұрын
Is it necessary to retorque the head nuts?
@hotrod-machines6 ай бұрын
No its not required. But its good practice.
@MechanicForGMCCars6 ай бұрын
Just out of curioseti is it posibel to combine more types of relays? Exampel can I use an 3 pin blinker relay like some sort of programabel timer to use 4 5 pin relay? Or perhaps some how use the wiper motor relay ya know jzst to make things litel bitt more interesting. I tought long if it might by posibel to make animal guard with an blinker relay and ignition coil . Was also curiuse wuld it by posibel to reverse direction on an 6 pin wiper motor direction?
@hotrod-machines6 ай бұрын
Well anything is possible. But you should just install a double pull switch and the third wire. It would make life much simpler.
@josephcuevas73186 ай бұрын
Great video, hope you are well. Can you help me figure this out? Id like to use a single throw rocker switch and have it light up a bulb on 2 different filaments (say high/low) going in this sequence: Off-off Off-on Then switch filaments and go Off-off Off-on
@josephcuevas73186 ай бұрын
Like switch it once and it’s in low, switch it twice and it’s in high. Never having both on at the same time
@hotrod-machines6 ай бұрын
@@josephcuevas7318 Sorry I am not sure I understand what you are trying to do. The relays above are designed to alternate the polarity of two wires going to a device. If your light has a Negative post and two positive posts, or something like that it may be possible. How does the light determine whether its in low or high?
@josephcuevas73186 ай бұрын
@@hotrod-machines it’s an 1157 bulb, I want to be able to use 1 single throw rocker switch to switch between the 2 side of the light. How some flashlights are able to switch between brightness by pressing the button multiple times
@hotrod-machines6 ай бұрын
@@josephcuevas7318 Without an electronic circuit you can not do this with a SPST switch, you would need a DPDT switch to select between low and high. You are trying to use the relays to perform logic.
@josephcuevas73186 ай бұрын
@@hotrod-machines ok, do you know if there is a premade circuit I can wire inline to make the single throw rocker switch work?
@micear84247 ай бұрын
Why didnt you just open the powerhead up and put the vacuums 30ft cord on it?. The powerhead runs off 120.
@hotrod-machines7 ай бұрын
Because the wand on the central vacuum doesn't fit into the power head. Plus I want to have the power switch at my fingertips.
@davidcrozier28127 ай бұрын
I have watched a lot of videos on relays and you by far have the best explanation on how to do this. Thank you, you took all of the confusion out.
@germanruiz62028 ай бұрын
How do you add another monetary switch that when they are placed in opposite directions it won’t creat a short
@hotrod-machines8 ай бұрын
Can you try and explain your question better? If you wire it like I explain it shouldn't ever create a short. Of course this is also why you fuse the connection.
@germanruiz62028 ай бұрын
@@hotrod-machines so I want to add 2 switches in 2 different locations. I need to wire the motor in a way that if one person pressed a1 switch up and the other person presses the switch down that this won’t creat a short. In other words they cancel out. Kind of the same way power window do when the master switch on the driver side is pressed up and the passenger presses down on the same motor the motor just stops.
@nmmvtec9 ай бұрын
Does the power from the compressor need to be hooked up to a 12v power supply? I measured the resistance for the power and ground for the actual compressor motor (not solenoid, i havent gotten to unwinding all the copper coil yet), and its reading anywhere between 150 ~ 300 ohms! Is this normal? I tried hooking up just a regular 9v battery, but i dont hear that buzzing noise. Is that because it needs 12v power? I look forward to your reply!
@hotrod-machines9 ай бұрын
I'm not sure what the resistance should be but you need to use 12V DC power with enough Amps to turn the motor. I would suggest a 12V car battery.
@nmmvtec9 ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@nickss969 ай бұрын
Thanks for this video. I replaced mine a couple years ago and its making a racket now. I suspect its got some crud in it. I'm going to take it apart and clean it. It seems the only ones available now are cheap knockoffs that only last a year or 2. Thanks again.
@hotrod-machines9 ай бұрын
You are welcome! The individual components are pretty simple. Once its off the vehicle you should be able to identify the noise pretty quickly.
@angelsantacruz84510 ай бұрын
Tengo un problema con mi sierra radial me puedes ayudar
@hotrod-machines10 ай бұрын
"I have a problem with my radial saw, can you help me?" Yes, I can try and help you. But you would need to give me more information. Preferably in English. "Sí, puedo intentar ayudarte. Pero necesitarías darme más información. Preferiblemente en inglés."
@frankstocker547511 ай бұрын
You nailed it, well explained evny my Grandmother understood everything.
@douggaddes446211 ай бұрын
Very good easy to follow explanation thank you
@solsask11 ай бұрын
Which wire did u connect to run compressor at end of video
@hotrod-machines11 ай бұрын
I honestly don't remember, but you should be able to trace the wires from the motor to the pins on the connector. Its a DC motor so it shouldn't be too complicated.
@solsask11 ай бұрын
I followed ur video, Solinoid clicks and the motor runs but when I install it runs for 4 seconds and shuts off.. I even unplugged the sensor and still same thing so thatt tells me it’s sensor so if you think same we are on right track thanks yo ur video
@hotrod-machines10 ай бұрын
Sorry for the late reply. But if it runs on the bench and pumps air its possible that one of your air lines is plugged and that the compressor is reaching pressure very, very fast. Check that the air lines to the shocks are clear and maybe blow so air from your compressor through them.
@fenrislegacy11 ай бұрын
Thanks for this video, it helped me discover why my A.L.C wasn't kicking in on my DTS 2006. The motor runs when hooked to a 12V power source but then I checked the solenoid... After removing the metal cap, I found that it was heavily rusty.
@hotrod-machines11 ай бұрын
Might be able to cleanup the solenoid and get it working again since it doesn't really have a lot of moving parts.
@fenrislegacy11 ай бұрын
The solenoid coil turned out to be encapsulated and thus unserviceable --> i.imgur.com/A5eYi4c.jpg Fortunately, I found a compatible compressor in working condition at my local U-pull. The A.L.C. is back in business! :D
@calebdeacon904811 ай бұрын
Very helpful video
@sethpowers1748 Жыл бұрын
Yeah don’t flex tape them it doesn’t work I tried last night I’m gonna try this this morning
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
Clean the rubber really well, and let it dry afterward. Also scuff it up a bit with a wire brush or sandpaper. Then start applying. A few thin coats is better than one heavy coat.
@richarrrdj Жыл бұрын
Great fix while you find new ones. Thank you for sharing this great solution.
@nickz6143 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I already bought a replacement air compressor, but I want to see if I can take the old one apart and get it going again. I was afraid of taking it apart improperly and destroying it.
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
You got this! Its just a bunch of simple pieces all packaged together. The worst part is the wiring inside the solenoid, if you take that apart the wires are about the thickness of a human hair.
@AztecWarrior69_69 Жыл бұрын
0:41 "which is kind of special order" NO. No it is not. Using two single pole double throw relays to reverse polarity has been around since there were motors and relays. 0:41 "i'm going to wire up these single pole double throw relays so that they do the exact same thing as a double" Um No. You are NOT doing the exact same thing. If you were energizing both relays at the same time, THEN you would be close to the exact same thing. Doing it this way adds the ability to stop the motor at any given position. You can't do that just using a DPDT relay. FYI on amazon you can find a harness to do this exact thing with. It is pre wired. Very inexpensive.
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
Appreciate your thoughts but some of us live in parts of the world where electronics stores and Amazon are not easily accessible. At the time of this video I had access to basic hardware and automotive stores, and these were relays that you can get at almost all of these stores.
@AztecWarrior69_69 Жыл бұрын
@@hotrod-machines Yes that why I put FYI For Your Information. Generally meant as giving information for future use, or something to think about or even look into. It is not meant to be a "You don't know what you are doing you should have just use this or that". And if amazon is not accessible then just disregard. Also where do you live that you don't have access to amazon. WOW. I wasn't addressing the entire world just you. LOL. I made an assumption that if you have access to youtube to make and upload videos, I was sure you had access to amazon. You know they deliver? Not tryin to bust balls here but.....
@scottcates Жыл бұрын
This video is perfect. I was trying to learn how relays can be used for various applications and I was stuck on how to build a reverse polarity system. In some circuit designs, this is similar to an "H Bridge," using MOSFETs -- but not exactly. Thanks again.
@georgehawkins4791 Жыл бұрын
I've watched 8 or so other videos on KZbin about this and they all did not correctly represent what was supposed to happen. not only did I replicate what you did, I was able to understand where the others went wrong, job well done Sir
@bradcrossman5068 Жыл бұрын
Good vid, thanks for the tip regarding the torque at 90 degrees.
@ydkma Жыл бұрын
Holy crap, 100$ for a new one for my 98 kx 125
@henrychinaski5223 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for a perfect explanation of how a reversing circuit works. I am upgrading my side mirrors from manual fold to power fold. I saw how to do this on another video, but the guy only provided a diagram. I bench tested the circuit and it worked perfectly. It came to me that it had to be a reversing circuit when I was trying to figure out if I needed to ground the mirrors to test them (I didn't). I know it works, but with your help I know HOW it works. Kudos!
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped. It took me a long time to figure this out myself and I wanted to save the information in a video
@leexxxa Жыл бұрын
wow this video is absolutely, without a doubt, hands down the most useful, informative & beneficial video on youtube that i’ve seen thus far. with the sheer volume of DIY mechanics that self-teach from others experience solely here on youtube & log in with all different levels of knowledge & experience - most are doing so as a means to save money - or because they don’t have the money to afford the repairs to the cars they own. this not only inspires me to keep learning, growing & working at my goals within this industry - but it provides me with the means to do so & feel accomplished at the same time. for those of us who can’t afford the high dollar fixes on the vehicles we own & thus search for other ways - this is such a helpful video & this comment may seem over board but i’ve been trying to find something to help me in rebuilding my failed compressor without having to put out the money to do so …. yours is the first i’ve found & you explained it all in a way which everyone can understand. i’m going to share this to the GM tahoe yukon forum as there are many of people who will also benefit from this majorly. thanks again
@leexxxa Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU!!! finally!!!! someone who’s rebuilding & not just REPLACING!!! - all the broke home mechanics who have an NNBS yukon denali / tahoe / burb / & so on & on &. on
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
THANKS. Between KZbin and other resources almost everything is rebuildable these days. People just need a little confidence, but at the end of the day even if you break it you aren't out anything if you were going to replace it anyway.
@leexxxa Жыл бұрын
this is exactly what i tell people. most parts for these NNBS’s are remans anyway … i have a huge pride issue with buying reman parts because they are just that….remanufactured. meaning - they can be rebuilt & if that’s the case - i am full well capable of doing so myself - as there is a way to do it. cores - they’re core charged for the simple purpose of whom you bought it from to then go & rebuild what you didn’t realize that you could - & resell it for pure profit. i realized long ago that if something is broken - i ahve nothing to lose & just valuable knowledge to gain by trying my hand at repairing what has broken - best case scenario is - i learn a wealth of information whether i succeed or i fail & i save a fortune in doing so - worst case - i learn a wealth of information & am in the same place i started at without having lost anything. thanks again. i’ve been searching for this video for 2 years. i am self taught & i was so excited i pulled my compressor a few hours ago & i’ve been at my bench since 😂
@banditshane6706 Жыл бұрын
Would this cause the bike to run like complete crap with choke off but decent with choke on
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
A cracked boot will cause issues with the engine running properly. The carburetor wants to see a 14:1 air to fuel ratio, if you have leaks in the boot the air to fuel ratio gets messed up and it won’t run properly. Turning the choke on reduces the air and enriches the fuel, but if you have an air leak in the boot, turning on the choke may just get the ratio closer to what it should be. You need to repair the air leak.
@banditshane6706 Жыл бұрын
@@hotrod-machines yes sir thank you
@TheSocialPraxis Жыл бұрын
Super useful! TY for sharing the knowledge!
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@MoosNukel Жыл бұрын
Great vid! Would love to see a video of you actually measuring both float level and Afr on a bike.
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
Bikes are put away for the season but when we pull them back out I'll try and grab a video. Float level is pretty simple, just remove the drain plug in the bottom of the bowl and push in the rubber stopper. Then either hold the sight tube up the side of the carburetor bowl or tie it lightly in place. For the AFR we put the 1/4 copper tube as far into the exhaust as possible and then fire up the bikes. This allows use to see the AFR as we adjust idle and throttle on the bike. The challenge with dirt bikes is the way single cylinder bike "suck / blow" through the exhaust. If the AFR is out in the open the exhaust gas moves back and forth across the wideband O2 sensor. Therefor you need a rig and tubing like we have built. The smaller AFR just clamps on the tailpipe of a car.
@dustpru Жыл бұрын
You’re awesome! Enjoyed the video!!
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@ChilledSon Жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to share this. Was about to use shoe goo, tire air chamber and electrical tape to fix a throttle body intake boot on a 2000 Arctic Cat zr600 EFI. Replaced it with a new one couple years ago and it has already ripped (new old stock?). Are you concerned that some chunks of the gasket maker applied under the fiberglass tape could get sucked in?
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
All the boots I have repaired had cracked because of age, there weren't chunks missing. However if you have some bigger chunks missing just shred up some fiberglass and mix that in with the gasket maker. Once you see how this all lays down you won't be concerned. Just make sure the gasket maker is good for fuel contact. Heck now that I've done it a few times I almost think I could make a new boot from scratch using this technique. Basically a paper mache project.
@zluca05 Жыл бұрын
Great video and I like the float level tool also. Can you tell me what software you’re using to read the O2 sensor? I’d like to take some readings on my bike while riding. An AEM wide band sensor is almost $200 and the software to read it is way too expensive for a DIYer. Thanks
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
We have a couple of the Innovate MTX-L wideband sensors that come with data logging software. We use them to tune and test all kinds of things including at the exhaust pipe on cars. It gives you a good idea of what is happening.
@stephancheek Жыл бұрын
What does it mean that “these carbs don’t like carb cleaner”?
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
Lots of people like to start shooting starting fluid into these carbs to get them going or carb cleaner into the jets to try and get them cleared out and running again. Since these carbs have so many small passages and extra gaskets you can't use carb cleaner on them unless they are 100% disassembled. On the carb in the video someone tried to clean it without removing the mid gasket, and it melted in place. Causing most of our issues.
@stephancheek Жыл бұрын
@@hotrod-machines thanks!!! By the way, you don't happen to have advice or a video on how to adjust the throttle position sensor. I have a 2013 WR250F. Old Mikuni carbs didn't have electronics... at least I don't remember any.
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
@@stephancheek Sorry I don't. I have done it before with a voltmeter but don't have a video on it. If you were in Calgary, Alberta I'd do it for you so that I could make a video.
@stephancheek Жыл бұрын
@@hotrod-machines thanks! I really appreciate your willingness to help!
@appleparts5365 Жыл бұрын
Where can I get high quality relays? When powering a 40amp device, do all wires need to be a thick gauge.
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
Sorry I don't have a location for you to order from. Also the wire size will depend on a lot of other factors as well. For example the distance and the duration of how long you need 40 Amps and at what voltage.
@appleparts5365 Жыл бұрын
This is gonna be used for a convertible top pump in a vehicle. Probably 10 to 12 ft length of wire, duration would be about a minute.
@hotrod-machines Жыл бұрын
@@appleparts5365 First take another look at your load. 40 Amps is pretty high, or do you mean 40 watts? Use the 80% rule, so if you have 40 amps multiply it by 1.25 to get 50, and get a wire size for 50 Amps. Then jump on google and find one of the chart that will give you wire size. At 12 feet you shouldn't have to do any upsizing of the wire. A quick looks shows 6 AWG but you need to run the numbers yourself. learnmetrics.com/12v-wire-size-calculator-chart/#:~:text=In%20practice%2C%20we%20use%20wires,as%20well%20as%20the%20battery).
@BrimDaRuler Жыл бұрын
i thank you sooooo much this video help me out of a jam and made life easier for me🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@LTVoyager Жыл бұрын
What you have really isn’t a DPDT relay. A true DPDT relay is less flexible as you have only one control input and both outputs move together. Using two separate relays gives you two coils to actuate rather than one and allows you more flexible as you can also have an “off” position.