15-09-14, 07:49 PM
Update: Began stripping the spare engine this afternoon, checked the chain and engine timing first. Chain was less than half worn according to the amount of adjustment left over. Timing was out by a couple of degrees but nothing major. Camshafts not exhibiting any wear, followers in good condition. Head gasket not blown pistons in good order, no play in gudgeon pins or big ends. Bores smooth, no gouges or steps. Ring gaps within tolerance. Just have to separate the crankcase halves tomorrow and check the crank bearings and journals. While I'm in there going to check the gearbox out and probably replace the clutch as well. Going to rebuild with all new seals and gaskets despite the adjustment available it would be madness not to replace the cam chain and tensioner blades. Quite excited about this as not rebuilt an engine in years. Also going to give it a good paint get it looking good as well. Might even go the whole hog and paint the whole bike once it goes back together! Who knows?! 