crankshaft question 1100e

[oldschoolgs1100e]

Hi. I've seen it before but a search found nothing, The different sized tapered ends on the crankshafts (1100e) between 81 & 83 is the info. i'am looking for. Thanks.

[Nessism]

Tons of threads in the archives on this subject...

For example. MANY more...

http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/showthread.php?t=182441

http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/showthread.php?t=173466

[chef1366]

The 83 crankshaft has a larger end (nicknamed the big end crank) and does not seem to have the problem of spinning the starter clutch/Rotor.
They also but some welds on the pins to help keep them from twisting. These cranks are recommended for motors stronger than stock or getting your crank sent out to be welded.

[oldschoolgs1100e]

Thanks. I looked through the links & found what I was looking for.

[Nessism]

Keep in mind that you will need the big rotor to match your big end crank.

[oldschoolgs1100e]

Will do. I'am looking at an earlier crank on ebay and may stay w/ an earlier model. Budget and all that, trying to keep the entire rebuild to 500.00 or less. I've got all winter so I can pick & choose.