Post by: WestYorkshireBiker on June 18, 2020, 07:02:51 PM
Im looking for recommendations for a good engineering shop for re-boring / head / general engine refurb or bead blasting etc, as I'm looking at buying a K1 which will no doubt need some TLC.
Does anyone have experience with a good shop in the area?
Whats the average cost say to rebore a 750 if needed (say .25 overbore as an example)?
I dont know what needs doing yet as I dont even have the bike but looking to get ideas of costs for work.
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Post by: Johnwebley on June 18, 2020, 07:09:39 PM
Disappointed.
PM me for the name
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Post by: rosco on June 18, 2020, 07:35:24 PM
Post by: Rozabikes Tim on June 18, 2020, 07:43:22 PM
Post by: WestYorkshireBiker on June 18, 2020, 08:16:35 PM
You could try Trigger on this forum I know he is in Lincolnshire but its worth the travel His work is first class and comes highly recommended by fellow membersThanks. I'll keep him in mind
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Post by: Johnwebley on June 18, 2020, 08:29:27 PM
Reccomend Trigger.You could try Trigger on this forum I know he is in Lincolnshire but its worth the travel His work is first class and comes highly recommended by fellow membersThanks. I'll keep him in mind
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Watch out for his broom.
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Post by: Johnwebley on June 18, 2020, 08:40:58 PM
Are you calling Julie a broom John?, I'd start running now if you are. ;D ;D ;DAs if I would.
She could sweep me away with ease.
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Post by: Nurse Julie on June 18, 2020, 08:53:08 PM
😊😊😊😊😊Are you calling Julie a broom John?, I'd start running now if you are. ;D ;D ;DAs if I would.
She could sweep me away with ease.
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Post by: Nurse Julie on June 18, 2020, 09:12:31 PM
Are you calling Julie a broom John?, I'd start running now if you are. ;D ;D ;DI get called a lot worse than a broom Ken, in fact, I take being called a broom quite pleasing 😁😁😁😁
Post by: WestYorkshireBiker on June 18, 2020, 09:16:17 PM
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Post by: Johnwebley on June 18, 2020, 09:20:34 PM
Well.. this escalated quicklyIt's the fun of the forum.
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Post by: WestYorkshireBiker on June 18, 2020, 09:22:47 PM
That's what I like to hearWell.. this escalated quicklyIt's the fun of the forum.
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Post by: AshimotoK0 on June 18, 2020, 09:40:10 PM
Also, if you are shopping around for pistons make sure the +0.25mm is enough for the wear on your bores (or they have not been bored already). Quite often if there has been water or rust damage or ring breakage you will need to go up two rebore sizes.
Post by: WestYorkshireBiker on June 18, 2020, 09:41:48 PM
I would take caution on reboring firms .. a lot of them don't work to Jap bike tolerances. You won't go wrong if you go to Trigger & Julie for at least rebore & head work. ....plus a very tranquil and charming part of the country to visit and always a warm welcome there. As you will gather from the banter they are quite popular on here. ;)Thanks Ash. Glad I joined this group. Lots of useful leads already
Also, if you are shopping around for pistons make sure the +0.25mm is enough for the wear on your bores (or they have not been bored already). Quite often if there has been water or rust damage or ring breakage you will need to go up two rebore sizes.
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Post by: Laverda Dave on June 18, 2020, 10:25:15 PM
I have never personally used Trigger but I would have no hesitation to do so in the future, he knows these engines better than anyone else.
Good luck with your quest to buy a sohc, you won't be disappointed 👍.
Post by: WestYorkshireBiker on June 19, 2020, 05:04:58 AM
I agree with Ash, be very careful of engineering firms who undertake rebores on Jap bikes. I had an engine rebored and advised the engineer of the Honda specification for the piston to bore clearance. The engineer rebored the barrel oversize. When I asked why he told me the piston would sieze if he bored the barrel to the Honda spec! Result: the engine used so much oil so quickly it siezed! I had to find another barrel, a new piston, rebuild the crank, new con-rod and regrind of the cam as a result. I went to another company to get the rebore the second time! A very expensive lesson.Thanks Dave. Very useful to know all this. Sounds like you had a nightmare with yours !!
I have never personally used Trigger but I would have no hesitation to do so in the future, he knows these engines better than anyone else.
Good luck with your quest to buy a sohc, you won't be disappointed
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Post by: paul G on June 19, 2020, 07:56:41 AM
Don't ask how I know but Trigger ended up putting it right first class work and his broom makes a lovely sausage sarni :o ;D
Post by: WestYorkshireBiker on June 19, 2020, 08:01:02 AM
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Post by: pkrich on June 22, 2020, 01:25:58 PM
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