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Originally Posted by jdazey
Here are photos of the gizmo:
It is, as sgoodwin figured, a cover for the throttlebody.
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Thank you for the photos. I initially thought it just might be. I was always skeptical of the value of that type of cover on the TPS -
even on a GS - being the circumstances required. Perhaps an off road scenario in conditions one may encounter in an ISDT event with jagged, protruding rocks wreaking havoc, if - by
hellacious chance—one were to even consider manhandling a brutish, heavy, opposed twin in impossibly rocky terrain, only to drop the machine on its left side,
magically missing the sizeable jug and tagging the TPS. Inauspicious serendipity and weirdness happen though, and all it would take is that one-in-a-million to evoke a resounding hallelujah!
On an R11S? Functionally useless in my opinion, though some may consider it
bling. To each their own.
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Originally Posted by jdazey
The Dymags need refinishing. Any suggestions?
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This is a tough one. Some folks have attempted to refinish magnesium wheels employing a similar process and procedures as those used on aluminum which is a monumental,
emphatic no-no!.
If the part were a static, relatively low-load component i.e.
cam/valve cover, powder painting is of little concern and can yield a positive result, as can be seen on Mandy. Years ago I owned a Modena 360 fitted with magnesium Campagnolo's in need of restoration, and the only qualified source relatively close was down here in Irvine. I have no clue if they're still operating but can check with a couple of owners in the club if you can't find anyone nearby. Be prepared. To properly rehabilitate your wheels to a cosmetically pleasing
and safe condition may very well run more than you are willing to spend.
Personally, knowing the benefits and limitations of magnesium wheels leave me unequivocally certain on what I would do. There are very few, if any, components more important to safety than wheels. Period. Full stop.
Good luck.
J.S.