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This weekend I finally got around to installing some new long awaited parts for the banshee. Did the swinger bearings, bigger radiator and converted to air pods. I ordered the bigger intakes for the keihn carbs I'm using. It's nice not having to force anything into place. After mounting one carb and fitting one of the pods I checked for exhaust clearance. Well the stinger pipe looks like it's going to be touching the filter and outerwear. That's my first problem.  Second is how much play should I have once the carb and filter is installed. I don't like how it moves and imo could possibly fall off or cause the intake boot to rip or crack. Is there a bracket or a way some guys are supporting the carb and filter after the intake? 

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I have the angled k and n filters. The opening on these do seem a bit big but the clamp closes them up nicely. I haven't worked on it since the weekend. Going to finish up probably this weekend. I been using the search function for more info on air pods and can't seem to find much info. Did see some pictures that looked like guys were using the exhaust wrap on the stingers where they come through the frame. I guess the exhaust wrap would be best option. I like how the bike is looking cleaner with air box removed. Removed the box tabs as well. Looking to redo harness and relocate cdi behind tank next..

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I have the angled k and n filters. The opening on these do seem a bit big but the clamp closes them up nicely. I haven't worked on it since the weekend. Going to finish up probably this weekend. I been using the search function for more info on air pods and can't seem to find much info. Did see some pictures that looked like guys were using the exhaust wrap on the stingers where they come through the frame. I guess the exhaust wrap would be best option. I like how the bike is looking cleaner with air box removed. Removed the box tabs as well. Looking to redo harness and relocate cdi behind tank next..
Kompulsive concepts for ur harness and jds for your bracket. Best move right there

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I tried the exhaust wrap and not the best choice if in contact with anything. The fibers are very delicate and wear easily. So I ended up getting some 1" high temp silicone tubing same as used for exhaust joint clamp and slid only enough to cover up where it touched the air pod... like 5" or so. Worked good. Rewired bike and started first kick. Rode over weekend and jetting dead on. If it had been cooler like 40 degrees instead of the 50-60 I would have jumped up one on main. Instant throttle response. Replaced rear hangers with the chariot ones and happy with those. Lots of fun on fast trails. Up here in the north the snowmobile trails are orv trails in summer. Man does it drink more than ever. 

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