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I would swap out a 1100 engine for itsigpicMrBill Been a GSR member on and off since April 2002
1980 GS 750E Bought new in Feb of 1980
2015 CAN AM RTS
Stuff I've done to my bike:dancing: 1100E front end with new Sonic springs, 1100E swing arm conversion with new Progressive shocks installed, 530 sprockets/chain conversion, new SS brake lines, new brake pads. New SS fasteners through out. Rebuilt carbs, new EBC clutch springs and horn installed. New paint. Motor runs strong. -
What's the saying, "Go big or go home?" lolOriginally posted by mrbill5491 View Post:cool:GSRick
No God, no peace. Know God, know peace.
Eric Bang RIP 9/5/2018
Have some bikes ready for us when we meet up.Comment
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That works for the earlier gen 750's but the 83-86 750/700 is quite a but smaller than that engine.Heard tell the oil cooled GSX-R might fit with serious mods though.Originally posted by mrbill5491 View PostComment
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What happened to the head? Why not just a chain unless there is truly caranage1984 GS1100GK newest addition to the heard
80 GS 1000gt- most favorite ride love this bike
1978 GS1000E- Known as "RoadKill" , Finished :D
83 gs750ed- first new purchase
85 EX500- vintage track weapon
1958Ducati 98 Tourismo
“Remember When in doubt use full throttle, It may not improve the situation ,but it will end the suspense ,
If it isn't going to make it faster or safer it isn't worth doingComment
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You may contact a very good GSX engine builder and friendly member here; rapidray. Also lives in southern Cal.Originally posted by mctaylor42 View PostSo I pulled the valve cover to check the timing chain, but I'm having trouble finding it.
Damage report:
1 missing valve adjustment screw
2 broken tapits
1 broken chain
will update after more digging1982 GS1100G- road bike
1990 GSX750F-(1127cc '92 GSXR engine)
1987 Honda CBR600F HurricaneComment
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It would just be easier, plus I've found complete engines at the price of the individual parts new.Originally posted by hjfisk View PostComment
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Remember you'd be buying a motor an unknown history with its own potential issues.Jordan
1977 Suzuki GS750 (My first bike)
2000 Kawasaki ZRX1100
1973 BMW R75/5Comment
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I figured as much, but all it seems I need are valves lifters and a chain, and even a trashed motor could supply me with those and a hand full of spare parts to put in storage or resell.Originally posted by hannibal View PostComment
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I need a shop dog. All my dogs just want to chew on motorcycles.Originally posted by storm 64 View Post1983 GS 1100 Guided Laser
1983 GS 1100 G
2000 Suzuki Intruder 1500, "Piggy Sue"
2000 GSF 1200 Bandit (totaled in deer strike)
1986 Suzuki Cavalcade GV 1400 LX (SOLD)
I find working on my motorcycle mildly therapeutic when I'm not cursing.Comment
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I feel it, all Skipper does is find every conceivable way to get tangled up or stuck in tight places.Originally posted by 1948man View PostComment
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It's a small threaded pin between the lifter and valve that allows you adjust the gap between the two.Originally posted by MR.G View PostComment
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"Skipper" just needs some new togs and then he will be of more use around the shop.
2@ \'78 GS1000Comment
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Good call. Buying as a parts or spare motor makes sense!Originally posted by mctaylor42 View PostJordan
1977 Suzuki GS750 (My first bike)
2000 Kawasaki ZRX1100
1973 BMW R75/5Comment
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