1978 SOHC F2 Engine casings

[Simon]

Hi I am doing a rebuild (my first) of a 1978 F2 SOHC engine and I've come across a bit of a disaster. When I dismantled the engine and had the crankcase cleaned up it was clear that casing is damaged around where the kick start spindle is located. Basically this section of the casing is broken off.

Anyone have any ideas? Is there anywhere I can get a new (or secondhand) crankcase and do I have to replace all of the engine casing or can I match a bottom end of a crankcase from engine to the top end of another crankcase. Or is there anyone who does repairs to crankcases (if that's possible even).

I would appreciate any help!!

[mick]

Do you have any photos of the casings and damage?

[Bryanj]

Casings have to go in pairs, pics of damage would help

[JonnyB]

If you're interested I have a load of F2 spares, basically a complete F2 less the front end, it's ready stripped (un started project) you're welcome to make me an offer - PM me if your interested

[Simon]

Hi All thanks for your help.

I will photograph the damage and post the picture this afternoon.

JohnnB thanks for your offer, I will be in touch about that.

[Simon]

Hi attached are a couple of photos of the damage. If anyone has any suggestions please let me know. Otherwise I will need to find a new case.

[JonnyB]

We have a term for things like "it's Badgered"

[Bryanj]

Nah Jonny thats Crodged mate.

Sorry i recon a used case would be a simpler repair

[Simon]

Hi thanks for that, I kind of figured that was going to be the outcome...

[mick]

might be cheaper to find a decent engine or a good set of casings , remember though that you will need both casings as they are paired, cheers Mick.

[hector2800]

It may be an expensive way to go but I have a cb750 f2 with the engine out due to a cam failure. I have purchased a new(secondhand) cam but am finding it diffcult to build any enthusiasm for the job.