I did get some UHMW. Derlin is supposed to be stronger than UHMW.Greg, you ever tried turning nylon? here's a 2X6" chunk left over from who knows what I used it for years ago.
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It also machines a lot better.
I did get some UHMW. Derlin is supposed to be stronger than UHMW.Greg, you ever tried turning nylon? here's a 2X6" chunk left over from who knows what I used it for years ago.
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As I recall, so did the RD350The XS500 came with a similar looking part stock .....
The XS500 came with a similar looking part stock .....
It appears that the raised "ring" rides in between the chain's side plates on the rollers. Not sure if this part could be adapted for 650 use or not.
No, the RD part was just a rubber boot. At least on my 2 RD350AAs I recall, so did the RD350
If you think that one looks bad I should try to find a picture of the chaincase on my ride to work outfit!Interesting, but you've just horrified Bob with that photo of the filthy chaincase !
This subject interested me and thanks for the motivation to fix some things. My 1975 XS was actually getting to be not enjoyable to drive. Taking it out less each year and that bothered me.
Some time spent readjusting carbs, softer rear shocks made it a little more user friendly to be around. But now I decided to tackle the too firm seat foam and while for me it turned out to be a lot of work the ride is transformed ! Old seat was way too firm and the rider was always sliding forward, not helped by the slope of the front of seat. Soft foam has transformed the ride.
I’d have to suspect that foam can get more brittle with age sometimes ?
So, I thought u were runnimg a 33 or 32 for a while, big difference to the 31?
Glad you've found a combination that works for you, Bob.Yeah on this bike I was running a 33 originally. If this was my only bike, I’d probably still be running a 33. With the 31 you do lose some snap off of the line and it’s a little less exciting around town. My XS2 has a 34 tooth rear and is a real ripper for running around the neighborhood.
Going from the 33 down to a 31 makes cruising at speed feel much more relaxed with less vibes and the bike pulls it easily.
It is good to try new things though