Recent content by downhiller

Very nicely done!! I like the two-tone on the case side covers.

Mine mounts to a tab welded to the frame.

Yes, only attach at the head and with my "Commando" mufflers there is one variable position mounting strap.

Oh crap, lost control of my decimal point during the conversion process from 0.006" to mm. :doh: Should be 0.15mm, I have nothing to worry about as far as timing impact.

2M - Thanks for this and the compression increase table! My head was shaved 1.5mm when I had the valves and seats done. Is my timing now retarded by 4 degrees at the crank and I need to advance it by 4 degrees when i set my timing?

That is beautiful! Nicely done Sir!!

I read the 9 page book and that was an adventure you and Dave went through. I had read the branch thread about him replacing the bearing last night so I am ready to tackle that. I better understand how a misaligned front cam chain guide could cause that rubbing on the cam chain as well. I...

Thank you 2M! You called it on the right side ball bearing. I cleaned it thoroughly and there are some rough spots as it turns. That will get replaced. Got the valves lapped with coarse grit today, will have to order some fine grit to finish them off.

Hi All- first post, would appreciate input on the two items below. The site has been invaluable as I have disassembled and now prepared to reassemble my engine. Background: Purchased a 75-76 engine in a 1982 frame and ran it for a few months. Replaced really loud mufflers with Mikes XS...