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Engine Mechanical TopicsDiscussion for motor builds, cams, head work, stripped bolts and other engine related issues. The good and the bad. If it goes round and around or up and down, post it here.
Been absent on here for awhile, but Im starting a new build so I figured Id better check in. Blew the 103 for the second time, the retaining clip on the rear cylinder intake valve broke, causing the valve to drop into the cylinder. Coming into contact with the piston turned the valve stem into as S and sent debris into the front cylinder as well. After a bit of contemplating I ended up giving Hillside a call. Scott and I talked a bit about my riding style as well as horsepower & torque goals. We decided on a 110, TMan 660ps2, Hillsides Stage III headwork, HPI 55mm throttle body. Ill keep the thread updated and add photos as the build progresses.
Always good to discuss real requirements with a competent builder. I hear lots of good things about Hillside. I'm planning to send them some money in the next year.
Always good to discuss real requirements with a competent builder. I hear lots of good things about Hillside. I'm planning to send them some money in the next year.
Yep, pretty much. Bouncing off the rev limiter in 2nd gear which is set to 6,500, bang, no more potato potato
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