Update on '86 - got it running sort of

[Bob Vehring]

I know the feelin, just put a piston in my VM, new bushings in the clutch, seams to run ok. no snow. I plan to use this bottom end for the Big Bore by next yeat so I guess I just built a motor that will never get run

[Vmax540]

The sheeve bushing is replaceable along with the plastic buttons and can be bought from Yamaha or many aftermarket like Dennis Kirk, JR Graham ect.

[VMAXMARK]

I found a nice surprise when I took the secondary off - someone installed a engine torque stabilizer bar.

Also noticed the shaft collar is painted blue- anybody have an idea why?

[Vmax540]

I bought one off of Riechards that also, mounted behind the engine but was bolted thru the side of the frame same as the jackshaft bearing.

[VMAXMARK]

IT LIVES!

I got the brand new primary clutch and used secondary clutches installed and fired her up. I had to fiddle with the idle but she seems to be ready to go. The snow is gone but now I have all summer to repaint the hood and fix some other things. I already have a new seat cover and windshield so it's coming together nicely.

http://s151.photobucket.com/albums/s152 ... H00527.mp4