New member with new(old) bike.

[BassCliff]

OK for whatever reason I can't create a new topic so I will just post on my existing thread.

Hi,

Check out the new forum sections. They are still in a "transitional" phase but this should explain it:

New Technical Forums Links

As long as you have the engine down that far, just do a complete top end refresh. A partial list would include new rings, valve seals, new base and head gaskets, valve cover and breather gaskets, cam chain tensioner gaskets and seals, new intake boots and O-rings if necessary, check the cam chain for wear and make sure it's in spec, etc. I'll bet if you post over in the new "Engine" section you'll get a better response.

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

[barn63]

I really appropriate the response. This site is VERY useful and helpful. I will post in the Engine section. Thank you again.

[TheCafeKid]

Brian,

Like Bass Cliff (and I'm wondering if that is musician Bass Cleff or fisherman Bassmaster on a cliff) said, all you really need for now is the o-rings. Just follow the instructions carefully. You don't need to buy rebuild kits. I am amazed at how well my 550 runs with a $15 kit and a bunch of Gumout and cleaning.

Its a play on Bass Clef, his name is Cliff (Im pretty sure hes NOT the drunken mailman that hung out at CHEERS though) and he plays a mean Bass guitar

[SqDancerLynn1]

By the mfg date you have a 1980 model