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Wow, I like to ride, but not that much! It looks like an afternoon ride in Alaska in May!

The few times I've done squish tests they are always out of spec. I got .68" on my first 787. Compression was great when measured and...

I have two 951 carb engines I am assembling, and both are about .090 squish with a head gasket installed and no base gasket. I think the...

I understand forged pistons are much more likely to cold seize, especially in cold water.

Bye GTX, hello RX!

I took a Di apart that had over 200 hours, many were at full throttle. The pistons were in very good condition. It the engine is...

I usually ride about once per week. I bring them inside in the off season where it is heated and charge them periodically.

I have been using Chrome Batteries for about 15 years. They cost around $55 including fast shipping. They last 4-5 years.

That was my conclusion! The issue is this a "NEW" balance shaft out of the box! I sent it back.

What happened to this balance shaft? I have never seen one machined like this. Any thoughts?

There are a number of good pistons available. WSM platinum are OK. Wossner are a work of art. Pro-X are good. I would stay away from...

Wow!

Another impulse buy, figured it was too good of a price to pass up. 2001 rx di, this will be my second rx Di after buying my 2002 a...

I think photos make the issues look a little worse than they actually are. Was the engine run out of the water? If so, how long? If you...

Low speeds are currently 1.5 out. I dont remember where I set the high speeds at. It may be around .5 out. This engine is not broken in...