I have a 1980 XS650G
Seems like the chain and guides are toast.
I have read all the threads on wot needs to be done and how to do it (thanks)
I believe I will need:
It has a ton of compression and I don't really want to mess with the bottom end, unless I have to. It also also not blowing out any smoke at all, but I figured on changing the valve stem oil seals (because they are with the gasket kit) and cleaning/grinding the valves.
Is there anything I have missed that I need to have ?
How long should I factor in to do the job .. ?
I am surprised that the bl**dy engine has to come out for this sort of work..but if that's what needs to happen .. then fine. Is there anything I should change as a precaution while the engine is out ... the bikes mileage is unknown but it's external condition is dead original and very, very clean (original exhaust system still there)
cheers
Seems like the chain and guides are toast.
I have read all the threads on wot needs to be done and how to do it (thanks)
I believe I will need:
- cam chain -spilt link
- Cam chain guide
- Cam chain tensioner
- cylinder head nut washers
- couple of cam seals
- gasket kit
It has a ton of compression and I don't really want to mess with the bottom end, unless I have to. It also also not blowing out any smoke at all, but I figured on changing the valve stem oil seals (because they are with the gasket kit) and cleaning/grinding the valves.
Is there anything I have missed that I need to have ?
How long should I factor in to do the job .. ?
I am surprised that the bl**dy engine has to come out for this sort of work..but if that's what needs to happen .. then fine. Is there anything I should change as a precaution while the engine is out ... the bikes mileage is unknown but it's external condition is dead original and very, very clean (original exhaust system still there)
cheers