Coaster Install

knobber · 05-12-2015, 08:11 AM

I recently installed the coasters on my '08 Nomad. I read through the instructions on Gadget's page and also those that came with the kit. There was one small line that went to the throttle body that wasn't addressed (or if it was I missed it) and was wondering if this just needs plugged? It came right off of the Air Valve that sat on top the motor where the reed valves connected to.

dshelly · 05-12-2015, 08:37 AM

Cap it.

macmac · 05-12-2015, 11:33 AM

Cap it at the end of the hose that went on the valve. It might be a good idea to take that valve off with the other larger tubings, and remove the plastic reed valves too. I forget if that happens when you install the coasters . Been since 06 when i did. At one point we called that valve Medusa'a Head. I did that again but it was ages ago on someone else's bike too. That was when i saw Chuckster's work which is very nice.

knobber · 05-12-2015, 12:48 PM

I capped it right at the throttle body. All good!!

macmac · 05-12-2015, 02:56 PM

That will work. To me if the cap gets blown off in a back fire, that area is a little harder to reach. That line is all that's left of the entire mess and is plugged up hard, and wire tied to to the frame. Each year I have a good look at the caps to be sure they are still there and still tight, not baked, cracked, or loose. The more plastic type in bright colors seem to be better than the thicker black rubber type to IMO anyway. but the better of the 2 can still get messed up and cause vac leaks if they leak or go missing.

I run a right side cadman, TFI and V&H baggers with coasters, in case anyone was wondering. And the entire vac pod to run the reed valves is gone and so are the reed valves. I figured with out doing anything they would cook.

ubernomad · 05-12-2015, 05:50 PM

Were you able to reuse the gaskets for the coaster plates? I'm getting ready to install coasters on my 2006 Nomad so this thread is good timing.

macmac · 05-12-2015, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by ubernomad

Were you able to reuse the gaskets for the coaster plates? I'm getting ready to install coasters on my 2006 Nomad so this thread is good timing.

I was able to reuse then, and they do have a graphite coating, but you can't be sure. There are 4 total and you will need 2 total. So it depends on how lucky you feel

ubernomad · 05-18-2015, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by macmac

That will work. To me if the cap gets blown off in a back fire, that area is a little harder to reach. That line is all that's left of the entire mess and is plugged up hard, and wire tied to to the frame. Each year I have a good look at the caps to be sure they are still there and still tight, not baked, cracked, or loose. The more plastic type in bright colors seem to be better than the thicker black rubber type to IMO anyway. but the better of the 2 can still get messed up and cause vac leaks if they leak or go missing.

I run a right side cadman, TFI and V&H baggers with coasters, in case anyone was wondering. And the entire vac pod to run the reed valves is gone and so are the reed valves. I figured with out doing anything they would cook.

So, you completely removed the valves along with the hoses and covers? You just bolted the coaster plates directly to the cylinder head without any problems or leaks?

**BudMan** · 05-18-2015, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ubernomad

So, you completely removed the valves along with the hoses and covers? You just bolted the coaster plates directly to the cylinder head without any problems or leaks?

There is a gasket. Hopefully you can re-use the one that was on there.
If they are torn you will need new gaskets. I've done it twice and was able to get the old gaskets off without damaging them.

macmac · 05-18-2015, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by ubernomad

So, you completely removed the valves along with the hoses and covers? You just bolted the coaster plates directly to the cylinder head without any problems or leaks?

Yup i did. The only possible problem is you could need a new gasket each, but if the old graphite came off clean, they may be reused.

On edit: I took this shot for another reason so the entire coaster isn't shown, but you can see it .

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ubernomad · 05-20-2015, 01:44 PM

Got my coasters installed last night. I had to buy new gaskets which were actually pretty cheap and in stock locally. Bike runs much better after I took off all the rubber hoses and exhaust valves. I apparently had some leaks in the hoses which caused excessive popping. All gone now.

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macmac Sr. Contributor Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tamworth New Hampster 06 1600 Posts: 12,484	Cap it at the end of the hose that went on the valve. It might be a good idea to take that valve off with the other larger tubings, and remove the plastic reed valves too. I forget if that happens when you install the coasters . Been since 06 when i did. At one point we called that valve Medusa'a Head. I did that again but it was ages ago on someone else's bike too. That was when i saw Chuckster's work which is very nice. __________________ 06 1600 Nomad Just call me Mac molon labe come and get it
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05-12-2015, 02:56 PM	#5
macmac Sr. Contributor Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tamworth New Hampster 06 1600 Posts: 12,484	That will work. To me if the cap gets blown off in a back fire, that area is a little harder to reach. That line is all that's left of the entire mess and is plugged up hard, and wire tied to to the frame. Each year I have a good look at the caps to be sure they are still there and still tight, not baked, cracked, or loose. The more plastic type in bright colors seem to be better than the thicker black rubber type to IMO anyway. but the better of the 2 can still get messed up and cause vac leaks if they leak or go missing. I run a right side cadman, TFI and V&H baggers with coasters, in case anyone was wondering. And the entire vac pod to run the reed valves is gone and so are the reed valves. I figured with out doing anything they would cook. __________________ 06 1600 Nomad Just call me Mac molon labe come and get it Login or Register to Remove Ads
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05-12-2015, 12:48 PM	#4
knobber Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Illinois Posts: 197	I capped it right at the throttle body. All good!!
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05-12-2015, 05:50 PM	#6
ubernomad Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Spokane Posts: 143	Were you able to reuse the gaskets for the coaster plates? I'm getting ready to install coasters on my 2006 Nomad so this thread is good timing.
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05-20-2015, 01:44 PM	#11
ubernomad Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Spokane Posts: 143	Got my coasters installed last night. I had to buy new gaskets which were actually pretty cheap and in stock locally. Bike runs much better after I took off all the rubber hoses and exhaust valves. I apparently had some leaks in the hoses which caused excessive popping. All gone now.
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