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Yesterday night I realized that the only things that are missing me is a YZ or WR engine, electrics and frame LOol =o
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12 Apr 2010
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Get a blowtorch and a welder, and fit 2x wr250r engines. =)
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22 Apr 2010
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Update:
Bought the Trailtech Vapor computer kit.. 147.70USD shipped to my US address...
it includes:
-Trailtech Vapor Stealth computer
-speed sensor
-2 magnet bolts
-Cylinder Head Temp Sensor 12mm
-tach cable
+ Also bought the Indicator lights dashboard +44.50USD also shipped to my US address...
Very few things to go..... 
Vando 
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22 Apr 2010
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List of mods I’ve already done:- - 1989 kickstart.
- - 02 YZ 250 front end with fresh 10w oil and new oil seals.
- - UNIVERSAL black triple clamps. Top triple clamp is 1-1/8th (fatbar).
- - Pro Taper silver fatbar.
- - ASV F1 silver "unbreakable" levers and perches.
- - Welded over steering stoppers.
- - Fresh frame and swing arm paint (Black)
- - Engine paint (Done it but will probably have to redo it).
- - 2003 XT600E (deep purplish blue) bodywork. (Missing both black side tank fairings).
- - Kedo Stainless steel downpipes.
- - KTM 620 single carb conversion �* will probably change for the raptor 660 carbs
- - Repositioned rear shock mount. �* if I fit the raptor carbs shock goes into stock mounting position
- – LED turn signals.
- - Aftermarket rear view black Mirrors
- - Stebel buzzer/horn
In Transit:
1 - 2006 WR 450 stock exhaust.
2 - JARDINE universal aluminum exhaust w/ spark arrestor.
3 - Tusk Clutch kit with HD clutch springs.
4 - 2009 R1 clear rear brake light.
5 - Raptor 660 carb
6 - Stealth Trail Tech Vapor custom kit
7 - special LED flasher relay (will add a button for 4 blinker emergency lights flashing at the same time)
Spares:
1 - 2006 YZ rear shock
2 - 2006 YZ rear swing arm
3 - 2006 YZ rear wheel hub with brake rotor
4 - 2006 YZ rear brake caliper
5 - 2006 YZ rear wheel axle and spacers
6 - UNIVERSAL 1-1/8th top triple clamp.
7 - UNIVERSAL 7/8th top triple clamp
8 - Universal steering stem
9 - 1996-2003 YZ stock top triple clamp
10 - 1996-2003 YZ stock lower triple clamp w/o stem
Wish list by order:
1 – 2002-2003 stock black and blue seat cover.
2 – YZ or similar gear shifter.
3 – Passenger spring-loaded foot pegs.
4 – Both left and right black tank side fairings
5 – New aluminum rims stock sizes for XT600E 21"x1.85 front and 17"x2.50 black with blue stripes with Buchanan HD stainless steel spokes and nipples.
6 – New Supermoto wheels. 17”x3.50 front 17”x4.25 rear also black or black with blue stripes (IF I can get them legalized on my “pinkslip”).
Items 5 and 6 will be the last things to do! Maybe in a year or three…loll
Vando
Last edited by bacardi23; 22 Apr 2010 at 18:57.
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19 May 2010
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New update!
Just bought a pair of ZETA fork air bleeders for my YZ250 front end...
They look good I might add... love the blue anodizing!
£12.98 shipped here to Portugal!
Picture:
One small step for you, one more step for my project completed!
LOol
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11 Jun 2010
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Update....
Every important thing have finally arrived at my home island! all but me 
ohh.. and the Trailtech computer is gonna beat me there!  lol
And I'll have all summer to fiddle around with the bike... how about that?!
By order of work:
Fit exhaust
Refit rear shock in stock mounting position
Make rear shock raiser
Fit raptor carburetor
Make custom airbox
Jet carburetor
Make a undertail piece to hold rear brake light, license plate and protect frame
Finish painting little parts
Fit Trailtech Vapor computer
And really enjoy the rest of the summer! hopefully! 
Vando 
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11 Jun 2010
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List of mods I’ve already done:- - 1989 kickstart.
- - 02 YZ 250 front end with fresh 10w oil and new oil seals.
- - UNIVERSAL black triple clamps. Top triple clamp is 1-1/8th (fatbar).
- - Pro Taper silver fatbar.
- - ASV F1 silver "unbreakable" levers and perches.
- - Welded over steering stoppers.
- - Fresh frame and swing arm paint (Black)
- - Engine paint (Done it but will probably have to redo it).
- - 2003 XT600E (deep purplish blue) bodywork. (Missing both black side tank fairings).
- - Kedo Stainless steel downpipes.
- - Raptor 660 carb
- - LED turn signals.
- - Aftermarket rear view black Mirrors
- - Stebel buzzer/horn
- - 2006 WR 450 stock exhaust.
- - JARDINE universal aluminum exhaust w/ spark arrestor.
- - Tusk Clutch kit with HD clutch springs.
- - 2009 R1 clear rear brake light.
- - Special LED flasher relay (will add a button for 4 blinker emergency lights flashing at the same time)
- - ZETA fork air bleeders
In Transit:
1 - Stealth Trail Tech Vapor custom kit + indicator litghts dashboard
Spares:
1 - 2006 YZ rear shock
2 - 2006 YZ rear swing arm
3 - 2006 YZ rear wheel hub with brake rotor
4 - 2006 YZ rear brake caliper
5 - 2006 YZ rear wheel axle and spacers
6 - UNIVERSAL 1-1/8th top triple clamp.
7 - UNIVERSAL 7/8th top triple clamp
8 - Universal steering stem
9 - 1996-2003 YZ stock top triple clamp
10 - 1996-2003 YZ stock lower triple clamp w/o stem
Wish list by order:
1 – 2002-2003 stock black and blue seat cover.
2 – YZ or similar gear shifter.
3 – Passenger spring-loaded foot pegs.
4 – Both left and right black tank side fairings
5 – New aluminum rims stock sizes for XT600E 21"x1.85 front and 17"x2.50 black with blue stripes with Buchanan HD stainless steel spokes and nipples.
6 – New Supermoto wheels. 17”x3.50 front 17”x4.25 rear also black or black with blue stripes (IF I can get them legalized on my “pinkslip”).
Items 5 and 6 will be the last things to do! Maybe in a year or three…loll
Vando
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What silencer do you have?
Do you know what size jets you are going to fit?
Any idea where I can get on of these front disc protector? Been looking everywhere.
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Hi!
I just answered your thread lol..
I still have the stock one but the WR450 one and the other Jardine one have arrived...
I'll probably go with the WR450 silencer as it looks much better than the Jardine one but I'll be trying them both!
As for the front disc protector you'll only be able to get them from Yamaha...
the OEM part number for the protector ir: 3TB-25715-00-00 or 3TB-25715-00 (don't worry about the last 2zeros as they are mainly used only in the US)
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11 Jun 2010
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Yes try both the silencers out, I have the stock and 2 other silencers and the difference in performance is fantastic.
Thanks for the part number, from Yamaha it will be expensive I expect, like the air scoops I need also, extortinate!
I see they are for the 3TB, don't know if they will fit the 4PT with the disc being 285mm, I think the older models had a small disc.
Actually looks like that part is no longer available, discontinued.
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11 Jun 2010
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oh.. I thought you had the 3TB... the one on the picture you posted....
I dunno the 4PT part number tho, maybe someone knows?
the disc cover isn't really a necessary part... but it's up to you 
and yes... the airscoops are too pricey... I think I'll order some in fiberglass.. they cost 60euros with no paint....from a guy here in Portugal...
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11 Jun 2010
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Yes I have a 2003 4pt, I saw that bike on ebay and emailed him asking where he got the disc cover but it was already on his bike when he bought it.
60 euros is a good price, Yamaha want about double that.
If he sends to the UK I would appreciate his webpage.
Anyway I don't want to ruin and hijack your mod thread anymore so feel free to reply in the other thread or send his webpage by PM.
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11 Jun 2010
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well.. Yamaha infact....wants 100 euros for EACH cover... 
the guy only responds by email... I sent the email about 3weeks ago and he only answered two days ago.
I wrote back that I wanted him to send me some pictures so I can see the product finishing....
I'll be waiting for his answer...
his email is: pecasemfibra[at]gmail.com
dunno if he speaks english tho....
Vando
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29 Jun 2010
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Hey all!
well, I'm thinking that since I'm fitting the raptor carb on my XT I should also use one of these:
I just don't know if I should use the following set:
From cylinder head to carb and from carb to air filter:
1) XT inlet rubbers - carb - Raptor 660 air ducts
OR
2) Raptor inlet rubbers - carb - Raptor 660 air ducts
I think the first option would be the best...
Anyone else got experience with this please help out..
Also... anyone car to share his knowledge or expertise and help out with choosing the jetting setup I should use?
Vando 
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5 Jul 2010
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Well, I'm going for option number 1....
I just don't know if I'll use the Raptor's air ducts or if I'll need to fabricate some in alluminum exhaust-type of pipe because of clearance against the rear shock....
Does anyone know if the raptor air ducts will work on my setup? :confused1:
Vando 
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