Thanks for resurrecting this thread Kenny as I have an update!
I FINALLY got 500 on her so I did a valve job (5 shims), chain adjust, spark plugs, oil change and this time, I changed the cam cover gasket. Took her out for a shake down and after warming her up good, I just HAD to nail her for the first time after the BB. Without a dyno (it's coming), I am VERY happy. I am just glad I have a backrest as the power coming on at around 4500 - 5000 is HOLY CRAP!
Looks like I have to do a little carb adjusting though. My current setup has a bit of a power dip (aka, flat spot) around 4800 - 5000rpm. I may try shimming the TBS needles or a fatter main but I will wait for tomorrow's run to figure it out. I've only got 10 miles on the maintenance work. I HATE working.
