Recent content by dekline34

Thanks for the input, I'll definitely use a sealer this time if I have to take it apart again.

I just got my engine put back together, the sump filter gasket and crank/cylinder jug gasket started leaking after I took it for a ride. Has anyone else had problems with mikexs gaskets? Is there a quick fix to this so I don't have pull the engine back out of the frame and start over?

Yeah I have a Haynes manual. The original cam chain has been taken apart but is still in the crank. My friend that's helping said I needed a new one (cam chain) so he was wondering if I also need a special tool to put it on. I'm learning as I go so I'm asking alot of rookie questions. Thanks...

Thanks for the input! Yes it's the whole top end head and rocker box. Just got it in the mail today and it's in good shape. I'm a novice to working on these bikes, learning as I go. A friend that works on bikes is helping me out with the project. I emailed mikesxs a question and they never...

Howdy I'm new to the site. Just wondering if anyone can help me? I have an 81 xs650, I let a guy try and fix it and he screwed it up. While he was fixing it one of the valve springs came off and the valve shot down and shattered the piston. So the the top end is scratched up and pretty much...