Hi everyone,
I could use a little advice and help with the rebuild of my motor
I’m a little confused with a few of the steps delineated in the manual, I’ve been diligently reading the board but I still have a few questions:
1. Does anybody have a complete parts list for a spun rod bearing rebuild?
2. Can I leave the oil pump in and still remove the crankshaft?
3. Thoughts on purchasing a used rod off eBay? And if yes, should I look for one with the same bearing color code as the one I’m replacing? (it sounds a little silly now that I asked but I still need reassurance… LOL)
4. I was fortunate in that the single journal was able to be micro polished. But now my question is should I replace all main bearings and rod bearings? (Very low mileage 7000 since new)
5. Complete gasket kit?
A. What else should I order if it’s not included within the complete gasket kit
6. COMPLETELY SCARY TO ME – I don’t plan on removing the transmission but I need to know the proper placement and any tips or tricks concerning the transmission forks when I joined the cases
7. Alternatives for Suzuki’s Molly paste, assembly lube, thread lock, and etc. as called for by the manual
8. Discount parts sources… I’ve been using PARTSZILLA… I’m on a budget so I’m trying to find parts that are least expensive
ANY TIPS OR TRICKS OR HELPFUL SUGGESTIONS WILL BE GREATLY APPRECIATED
Thanks everybody for your helpful suggestions and insights
Yours truly,
SR 71
I could use a little advice and help with the rebuild of my motor
I’m a little confused with a few of the steps delineated in the manual, I’ve been diligently reading the board but I still have a few questions:
1. Does anybody have a complete parts list for a spun rod bearing rebuild?
2. Can I leave the oil pump in and still remove the crankshaft?
3. Thoughts on purchasing a used rod off eBay? And if yes, should I look for one with the same bearing color code as the one I’m replacing? (it sounds a little silly now that I asked but I still need reassurance… LOL)
4. I was fortunate in that the single journal was able to be micro polished. But now my question is should I replace all main bearings and rod bearings? (Very low mileage 7000 since new)
5. Complete gasket kit?
A. What else should I order if it’s not included within the complete gasket kit
6. COMPLETELY SCARY TO ME – I don’t plan on removing the transmission but I need to know the proper placement and any tips or tricks concerning the transmission forks when I joined the cases
7. Alternatives for Suzuki’s Molly paste, assembly lube, thread lock, and etc. as called for by the manual
8. Discount parts sources… I’ve been using PARTSZILLA… I’m on a budget so I’m trying to find parts that are least expensive
ANY TIPS OR TRICKS OR HELPFUL SUGGESTIONS WILL BE GREATLY APPRECIATED
Thanks everybody for your helpful suggestions and insights
Yours truly,
SR 71