RacingJake
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Looking good :dancing:
How about a matching helmet ??
How about a matching helmet ??
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lecroy
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Looking good :dancing:
How about a matching helmet ??
Part of the reason for the same sort of paint was so my helmet would match.
It's offical, another GS joins the harem. I dropped in the motor today. There is plenty of room for adding the turbo. She weighs 338 lbs so far. The other bike weighs 490 fueled. Goal was to shave 100 off but keep the electric start. Looks like it's going to make it.
Dang Mark...I didn't know you looked so good!!!
Part of the reason for the same sort of paint was so my helmet would match.
It's offical, another GS joins the harem. I dropped in the motor today. There is plenty of room for adding the turbo. She weighs 338 lbs so far. The other bike weighs 490 fueled. Goal was to shave 100 off but keep the electric start. Looks like it's going to make it.
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lecroy
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I'll let her know she's a big hit.
The new turbo arrived today!! Yea!! It had to be special ordered to get the size but nothing fancy. I have a spare RaJay that I had rebuilt two summers ago along with a few spare parts. By the time I had exchanged the turbine shaft, bought a new coated housing, new carbon seal, bearing, ring seal, stainless heat shield and gaskets, I think I had close to as much as this one was brand new.
Here you can see the new shifter assembly. Everything is feather light.
Also shown is the cardboard offset pattern. Still not sure about this. The sproket is another half inch out and I plan to raise the power on this bike. The only other thing may be to make the plate run under the starter cover.
The new turbo arrived today!! Yea!! It had to be special ordered to get the size but nothing fancy. I have a spare RaJay that I had rebuilt two summers ago along with a few spare parts. By the time I had exchanged the turbine shaft, bought a new coated housing, new carbon seal, bearing, ring seal, stainless heat shield and gaskets, I think I had close to as much as this one was brand new.
Here you can see the new shifter assembly. Everything is feather light.
Also shown is the cardboard offset pattern. Still not sure about this. The sproket is another half inch out and I plan to raise the power on this bike. The only other thing may be to make the plate run under the starter cover.
Why would you be against that? I have had to do it to 4 other bikes that had car tires & needed to be push button. If you tie it into the starter cover area it makes it even stronger, but, I know you know that already. It is only a matter of milling the area out to clear the starter clutch. You don't have a rotor on it still do you? Ray.
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lecroy
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With the other bike the plate sits under the starter cover. What I like about this is that you have several tie points to the motor. For this setup, I have modified that cover and added a tab that runs the length of it. The tab is made from the same alloy as the plate. There are 4 bolts that tie the offset to the cover. Problem is the cover is still stock, cast, poor quality materials. It will help but its not great. I thought about just milling out a starter cover and make it thicker. Other route was to add supports inside the cover.
This bike is large compared to anything I have worked on. The offset is at 3.5" rather than the normal 3". Causes even more force in this area. What I don't like about all of this and the way I did it last time is nothing directly ties the crank to the output shaft. That bike has not been any problem but have done most of my testing in the 180HP range. Have no idea if it will hold together at 250HP, run after run....
The junker bike is limited by a few things anyway. The back rim is one problem. The numbers I have gotten from people in the know on the chassis, its not going to handle a whole lot of power.
The stock Koenig offsets I have seen are similar. They tie into the starter cover with 4 or five bolts.
The generator is gone on both bikes.
This bike is large compared to anything I have worked on. The offset is at 3.5" rather than the normal 3". Causes even more force in this area. What I don't like about all of this and the way I did it last time is nothing directly ties the crank to the output shaft. That bike has not been any problem but have done most of my testing in the 180HP range. Have no idea if it will hold together at 250HP, run after run....
The junker bike is limited by a few things anyway. The back rim is one problem. The numbers I have gotten from people in the know on the chassis, its not going to handle a whole lot of power.
The stock Koenig offsets I have seen are similar. They tie into the starter cover with 4 or five bolts.
The generator is gone on both bikes.
RacingJake
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It's the little thing that are a PITB
Took me some time to figure out it's not 20mm or 18mm but seem's it has been tap for a 3/4 bolt size. Hit the parts store, Lowes and finally Fastenall. Said what the heck give me that big sucker and I'll see if it fits.......... it does.
I'll cut it down cause the Frankenstein and Rat bike themes sort of clash ??
I did have a sparkplug screwed in there and all I need then was to hook some leads up to it. I bet I get some strange looks at the track.
Took me some time to figure out it's not 20mm or 18mm but seem's it has been tap for a 3/4 bolt size. Hit the parts store, Lowes and finally Fastenall. Said what the heck give me that big sucker and I'll see if it fits.......... it does.
I'll cut it down cause the Frankenstein and Rat bike themes sort of clash ??
I did have a sparkplug screwed in there and all I need then was to hook some leads up to it. I bet I get some strange looks at the track.
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I have a couple of those laying around if you need them.
RacingJake
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Thanks for the offer, but I've already cut the head off, cut it in two and slotted the ends for a screwdriver. I just put a rubber seal inside and screw it tight.
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lecroy
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Was going to offer a few as well. I wonder why Sadzuki didn't use the same size plugs as the rest of the motor.
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lecroy
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Got some work done over the weekend. Managed to get the rough cut done on the offset.
The copper exhaust gaskets made it in so I put the header on.
We should have a contest for the most butt ugly dash on a dragbike. I have seen some real bad looking ones.
No plans to mount a Command Center on this one. Put the starter button below the bars so it doesn't get bumped by accident. The glare was too much to get a good shot.
The copper exhaust gaskets made it in so I put the header on.
We should have a contest for the most butt ugly dash on a dragbike. I have seen some real bad looking ones.
No plans to mount a Command Center on this one. Put the starter button below the bars so it doesn't get bumped by accident. The glare was too much to get a good shot.
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lecroy
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Final fit, some sanding and hit the buffer. Just need to counter sink the holes and it's done. There is a bike at our local track that has Koenig cnc'ed into the plate and it looks pretty sharp. I may do something to dress mine up a bit.
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DreamRyder
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thanks but I'll hold out till I can get back on a real bike
j/kwell here I am several wks later and still not enough ROM or strength to pull a lever.. guys are jokin about pullin me on a two step or slider.. but my class don't allow it.. so I gotta wait it out.
doign PT 3 times a week but ain't makin the progress I'd like to see.. hell my finger looks deformed yet all swollen and crooked.. I can type with it but other than thea it's pretty usless yet.
saw the pics of the new paint.. love it... cant' wait to see it in person..
thanks Bob... tryin to ... it was a test and tune day - trying to get ready for the 2wheel speed... wish fate had me wait another week to go back with traction was not as extreme LOL.. oh well all I can do is try to salvage part of the season with a few passes before winter takes over
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DreamRyder
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here's pics of the pins the day they were pullin them out.
the bone was in three separat peices and was nearly completely healed.
and since my other photo hosting site maxed out on viewing... here's a place where all the crash pics are stored and viewable.. at least for now LOL
http://videos.streetfire.net/profile/DreamRyder.htm
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the bone was in three separat peices and was nearly completely healed.
and since my other photo hosting site maxed out on viewing... here's a place where all the crash pics are stored and viewable.. at least for now LOL
http://videos.streetfire.net/profile/DreamRyder.htm
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lecroy
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>http://videos.streetfire.net/profile/DreamRyder.htm
It's been a while but I am sure I liked you better as a 37 year old female.
Glad to hear that it's just a little finger giving you troubles. Give it some time and stick with the program. Plenty of time to get on that bike. Besides, you need to give me some more time to finish this old heap before we have a rematch.
Love the picture with the little pins sticking out. X-Rays are good too. Thats a lot of metal to cram in that little bone of yours.
Thanks for the comments on the paint. Feel free to call or PM if you guys head back to Martin. We are right on the way up. We have been off for 3 weeks now. Two more weekends to go before we run again.
Don't stay gone so long next time.
It's been a while but I am sure I liked you better as a 37 year old female.
Glad to hear that it's just a little finger giving you troubles. Give it some time and stick with the program. Plenty of time to get on that bike. Besides, you need to give me some more time to finish this old heap before we have a rematch.
Love the picture with the little pins sticking out. X-Rays are good too. Thats a lot of metal to cram in that little bone of yours.
Thanks for the comments on the paint. Feel free to call or PM if you guys head back to Martin. We are right on the way up. We have been off for 3 weeks now. Two more weekends to go before we run again.
Don't stay gone so long next time.
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DreamRyder
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thanks hun... I'm bound and determine to get back on soon .. even if it's a matter of making slow 9 sec passes to at least get the suspension adjusted so it'll be more ready when my finger is working again.
not sure I understand your comment about liking me better as a 37yr old women though??
as for giving you more time... LOL.. that's kinda what my racin partner got was half the season to beat me into the 7's. Told him to enjoy while he can cuz it wont' last long once I get back in teh seat
the pins were way bigger than I expected thats for sure and hurt like the dickens comin out..
We'll be back to Martin for the Battle of the Bikes.. not sure if I'll be able to race but my buddy Nem will be racing... so most def. need to hook up and say hello in person... and maybe let me take your beauty for a run
j/k (wouldnt' wanna embaras ya by makin a better pass than you my first time on it... ) also j/k.... right now I'd be lucky to beat someone's pit bike LMAOE.
RacingJake
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It's alive ................. again, but the question is how long???
She's back down to 1166 and cranking compression is around 235. Put the 38 CV's back on too and will see what happens Friday night.
She's back down to 1166 and cranking compression is around 235. Put the 38 CV's back on too and will see what happens Friday night.
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lecroy
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I wondered if you and the bike were still with us Jake or if it was a Harley only year for you. What happened with the crank? Did you just swap it out, or no damage when the pin cut loose? Did yo check out the solenoid link that guy posted? Looks like a much better design for variable control. Could not see anything about size and weight.
You link says your now a 37 year old male.
When I had mine pinned, it was the first time in my whole life I had a bone set. They put my pins under the skin. About a week before they were going to pull them I had to go in for a checkup. I asked the doctor if I could pull a pin out that was bothering me. It was real close to the skin and was trying to make its way out as the bones slid over it. Doc say's sure, if you think you can do it. I guess he figured I meant it after they let me stay up and watch them drill the pins. While he had the hand under the X-Ray doing his thing he say's I see you broke this center finger at one time and did not set it. Yep....
I have never had any sort of operation done before. So it was all new to me. When the operation over I figured no big deal. I didn't take any drugs and really felt fine. So there I am sitting waiting to leave and they won't let me go. They offered me some juice a few times but I was really ready to just head home to eat. After about a half hour of this a nurse finally tells me that I need to drink something before they will release me. Well, why didn't you say something...
Funiest part was when I went to the PT the first time. The nice lady had a paper showing all the things I am supposed to do. No problem. She starts going over them and then asked to see my good hand. No problem. Then she starts to doing the moves with the hand. I yank the hand back and she looks at me. Now caught I have to come clean.. Second hand is broke. Does the doctor know? No. Why not? Because I need to use it.
I can let you take a pass on it but I will need to push you down the track. Your weight and my street bike, I bet I could get you over 80 in the traps. LOL
not sure I understand your comment about liking me better as a 37yr old women though??
You link says your now a 37 year old male.
When I had mine pinned, it was the first time in my whole life I had a bone set. They put my pins under the skin. About a week before they were going to pull them I had to go in for a checkup. I asked the doctor if I could pull a pin out that was bothering me. It was real close to the skin and was trying to make its way out as the bones slid over it. Doc say's sure, if you think you can do it. I guess he figured I meant it after they let me stay up and watch them drill the pins. While he had the hand under the X-Ray doing his thing he say's I see you broke this center finger at one time and did not set it. Yep....
I have never had any sort of operation done before. So it was all new to me. When the operation over I figured no big deal. I didn't take any drugs and really felt fine. So there I am sitting waiting to leave and they won't let me go. They offered me some juice a few times but I was really ready to just head home to eat. After about a half hour of this a nurse finally tells me that I need to drink something before they will release me. Well, why didn't you say something...
Funiest part was when I went to the PT the first time. The nice lady had a paper showing all the things I am supposed to do. No problem. She starts going over them and then asked to see my good hand. No problem. Then she starts to doing the moves with the hand. I yank the hand back and she looks at me. Now caught I have to come clean.. Second hand is broke. Does the doctor know? No. Why not? Because I need to use it.
I can let you take a pass on it but I will need to push you down the track. Your weight and my street bike, I bet I could get you over 80 in the traps. LOL
RacingJake
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That's a good question Mark, cause this year the bike never really preformed like I thought it would.
My guess is that the wrist pin let loose on one side and put a side load on the rod & crank causing the bearing to come apart. There's no binding on the rod and crank throw so I think damage is minimum. When I get it fix I'll have them put a 1100 gear on it. Going back to a 1100 ratio cause at least I know alittle more about tuning them.
I'm using the same 1100 crank, 1166 block and clutch basket from last year and boy did she fly.
I saw that too about the soleniods, but me thinks I'll just go back to hitting the button once I get in 2nd gear with no delay or build time. On or off cause I'll only be spraying a 36 shot.
Your bike is coming along nicely, I'd be afraid to get within 10 feet of it .
My guess is that the wrist pin let loose on one side and put a side load on the rod & crank causing the bearing to come apart. There's no binding on the rod and crank throw so I think damage is minimum. When I get it fix I'll have them put a 1100 gear on it. Going back to a 1100 ratio cause at least I know alittle more about tuning them.
I'm using the same 1100 crank, 1166 block and clutch basket from last year and boy did she fly.
I saw that too about the soleniods, but me thinks I'll just go back to hitting the button once I get in 2nd gear with no delay or build time. On or off cause I'll only be spraying a 36 shot.
Your bike is coming along nicely, I'd be afraid to get within 10 feet of it .
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