Hey robinc don't know if you saw it but I got the valve seal replacement done on the survivor.
Yes I saw that gggGary. Good job!
Forgot to go back and look at Farrel and Greppers videos. Having too much fun riding! LOL.
Question for you. Would it be worth me giving this a go, then doing your meatball mechanic valve clean up and see where we're at then?
I know 5twins says that my good compression readings could be due to oil leaking past the rings giving me a false positive. This would solve the valve seal leak but how would I then know if the rings were leaking? Other than excessive oil consumption I guess.
Guess I'm looking for your guys best advice, I sure trust what you guys say. If this is worth a shot avoiding pulling the engine, I'll give it a go.
If pulling it now and doing the full Monty is the best way to go, then that's what I'll do.
It will have to happen at some point anyways I guess to do the cam chain and guide, and if it's out, cylinders, pistons, rings, etc. can be checked.
I know this is a more complicated job, but not that bad as I am seeing, and there's the added piece of mind that everything's fresh for a few more years.
Thank you all for your help and advice and look forward to what you guys think on how I should proceed.
Gotta work tomorrow, no time to ride......bummer.