The trouble with GSX-Rs: a fix for the shim-spitting blues
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The design of the 1991 Suzuki GSX-R engine includes valve stems with shim-type adjustments. Valve float can cause major destruction of the cylinders or pistons when the engine is revved up. A method of keeping the valve shims inside the valve stems is described.
Publication Name: Cycle World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0011-4286
Year: 1992
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13 noises that mean trouble
Article Abstract:
Causes and remedies are presented for 13 motorboat engine sounds that can indicate problems, including knocking in the engine compartment, clanking as the boat planes and a squeal from the front of the engine.
Publication Name: Boating
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-5374
Year: 1993
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Steering out of trouble
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Step-by-step instructions for inspecting a wheel-to-cable steering system on a sailboat, correcting minor problems and testing the system are presented.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1993
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