Sounds like Something broke...

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Re: Sounds like Something broke...

Postby Gman » Sat Jun 06, 2009 6:29 pm

As per my other post I think you should look for a cheap engine and or ask on Chopper Charle's forum as well in case some one has one for sale?
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Re: Sounds like Something broke...

Postby <7bd6.html?mode=viewprofile&u=466">js72pony » Wed Jun 17, 2009 1:45 pm

I picked up a parts bike over the weekend. $250 for an 81 CX500D model with a running engine. When I went to pick it up the seller ran it for about 30 seconds to a minute so I could see and hear it run. So I am planning to do the engine swap next weekend. I an really hoping that this solves the problem and gets me back on the road.
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Re: Sounds like Something broke...

Postby Gman » Wed Jun 17, 2009 2:10 pm

Good news.I hope you made sure it's the same type e.g CDI or Transistor ignition?

Anyhoo.If all goes well do a quick engine oil change with some cheap 20w50 Supermarket oil and run it for say 25 miles and then out the correct 10w40 mineral or 15w40 and a new filter.
then you can tweak the tappet/cam chain adjust as you go etc :)
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