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« on: March 23, 2014, 09:20:30 AM » |
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Hi all,
I bought a 97 Standard that hydrolocked and broke the starter gear and the guy I bought it from said it blew a head gasket. He replaced the gasket but it still did not run well. My plan is to pull the engine for the gear repair and remove both heads since he had one off and check the valves.
My plan is to repair the engine, rebuild the forks since they are leaking, rebuild all the calipers and
repack the u-joint and drive shaft. Just generally refurbish the bike since it has been sitting for years.
I understand there are some special tools needed to get to the starter gear and was wondering if anyone knew of a source for them other than Honda. Also, any advice/help on this project would be welcome.
I would post photos of this pretty girl, but I don't know how.
Jerry
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« Reply #1 on: March 23, 2014, 11:23:45 AM » |
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If you don't already have one, build yourself a bench to work on the motor from, the engine will have to be pulled to repair the hydrolock damage. There is a wealth of knowledge on this board to aide and assist you in the repairs, may even have the tool needed to remove the needed items. I'm sure someone with more knowledge than I have will chime in. Good luck and congratulations on the fine and rescue.
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uturn
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« Reply #2 on: March 23, 2014, 04:23:45 PM » |
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i have the sockets...just did the starter gears on my '98 that came all beat to hell. let me know if you want help!
look up the thread "hydrolocked in houston", thats got the photos of my project. just turned over 2000 miles in the last four weeks. its a fun project.
what part of town are you in?
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« Reply #3 on: March 24, 2014, 07:59:20 PM » |
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Glad to see another Houston member. Good luck getting her straightened out.
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« Reply #4 on: March 24, 2014, 08:14:46 PM » |
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you might try on the main board "the attic rat" he is in oklahoma and works on valks a lot he has a low mileage motor for sale..
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dancnman
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« Reply #5 on: March 25, 2014, 04:40:30 AM » |
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i have the sockets...just did the starter gears on my '98 that came all beat to hell. let me know if you want help!
look up the thread "hydrolocked in houston", thats got the photos of my project. just turned over 2000 miles in the last four weeks. its a fun project.
what part of town are you in?
Thanks for the offer. I would like to talk to you about the project. I live on the north side of Houston. 249 & 1960. |
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« Reply #6 on: March 25, 2014, 04:42:03 AM » |
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you might try on the main board "the attic rat" he is in oklahoma and works on valks a lot he has a low mileage motor for sale..
Thanks, I will see what he has. |
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« Reply #7 on: March 25, 2014, 04:43:56 AM » |
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If you don't already have one, build yourself a bench to work on the motor from, the engine will have to be pulled to repair the hydrolock damage. There is a wealth of knowledge on this board to aide and assist you in the repairs, may even have the tool needed to remove the needed items. I'm sure someone with more knowledge than I have will chime in. Good luck and congratulations on the fine and rescue.
I have made m a decent table to work on it with, and people have chimed in. It is good to know about others and their beloved Valkyries. |
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« Reply #8 on: March 25, 2014, 04:45:30 AM » |
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Glad to see another Houston member. Good luck getting her straightened out.
Thanks ragincajun. |
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« Reply #9 on: March 25, 2014, 04:55:45 AM » |
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Uturn, I just looked at your photos. I now know for sure I want to talk to you. I am not afraid to take it all apart, but I am now old enough to ask for advice.
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« Reply #10 on: March 25, 2014, 08:05:40 AM » |
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Dancnman,
I'm between Tomball and The Woodlands. I made the sockets and will let ya use them. I pulled my I/S motor to replace the rear case due to the alternater bolts breaking off. Plenty of help around if ya need it. just ask.
Bill
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« Reply #11 on: March 25, 2014, 10:22:44 AM » |
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Dancman, I'm on the east side of Humble near lake Houston. We'll have to get together sometime.
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« Reply #12 on: March 25, 2014, 10:46:40 AM » |
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Dancnman,
I'm between Tomball and The Woodlands. I made the sockets and will let ya use them. I pulled my I/S motor to replace the rear case due to the alternater bolts breaking off. Plenty of help around if ya need it. just ask.
Bill
Thanks Bill. I would like to use it if possible. We are almost neighbors. |
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« Reply #13 on: March 25, 2014, 10:48:20 AM » |
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Dancman, I'm on the east side of Humble near lake Houston. We'll have to get together sometime.
Mr. Bubbles, I am available most anytime. Would love to meet you ride. |
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« Reply #14 on: March 25, 2014, 01:39:56 PM » |
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wrench party at dancnmans!!!!
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uturn
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« Reply #15 on: March 27, 2014, 07:21:15 PM » |
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dancnman, it was great to meet you and get to help tear another motor apart!
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« Reply #16 on: March 28, 2014, 04:06:47 AM » |
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uturn, thanks so much for coming down and helping me pull the motor. I appreciate your knowledge and time with me. Look forward to riding with you too.
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« Reply #17 on: March 28, 2014, 04:47:26 AM » |
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uturn, thanks so much for coming down and helping me pull the motor. I appreciate your knowledge and time with me. Look forward to riding with you too.
Dude, you need to put a VRCC emlem on that hat. I want one! |
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« Reply #18 on: March 28, 2014, 05:06:21 AM » |
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Great hat isn't it?
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