oil pump help please
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Ok guys, so the engine is out and the me and my dad have stripped her down and split the cases so.....
ill lll include a video. Its not the best but..: The big end has gone , scored the barrels the pistons, Im guessing the crankshaft will be fooked also and basically everything else lol.
So now Ill need to weigh up what the best way forward is.
1. Rebuild this engine with new parts
2. Buy a new engine ... something like a S&S with more power
3. Buy a used or refurbished standard engine
any input would be great.
Daz
P.s couldnt upload a video???
ill lll include a video. Its not the best but..: The big end has gone , scored the barrels the pistons, Im guessing the crankshaft will be fooked also and basically everything else lol.
So now Ill need to weigh up what the best way forward is.
1. Rebuild this engine with new parts
2. Buy a new engine ... something like a S&S with more power
3. Buy a used or refurbished standard engine
any input would be great.
Daz
P.s couldnt upload a video???
If you go with #1 you will know what's in it and be confident that it's good.
Same goes for #2 but #3 would be a guessing game IMO unless you knew who rebuilt it.
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Last edited by Dazzauk; Jun 17, 2018 at 04:35 PM.
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pros of new engine:
more power, newer technology warranty,
cons of new engine:
cost
will i need to upgrade gearbox or clutch or primary etc???
pros and cons of rebuilding existing, hmm not sure lol cost will be high,
OH A QUESTION,
this engine has already had +.005 bigger pistons can the cylinders be overbored again??
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You can buy oversized pistons for an Evo up to .030
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yeah i guess i would like more power and something will will be able to be past on down from me to my son having had this passed down to me from my pa..