Time for the next thrilling instalment!
GEARBOX IS FINALLY BACK ON!
IN THE SNOW!!!!
First I replaced the tensioners, removed the camlock too and checked the cam hadn't moved. Put a new cam cover plug in. Removed flywheel lock drill bit.
Old RMS out with drill and screw method. You can peer in at the primary chain tensioner pad with the RMS out. This looked fine really, it must be worn but the chain wasn't disappearing into it.
New RMS awaiting install with Gixxer's install tool at the ready:
Slide it on (I had to cut out the install tube to clear the roll pin)
Drive home with the tool lent by Gixxer to exactly 13mm deep:
LUKy me, new flywheel.
New bolts too, tightened to just 25nm and then marked and turned 120 degrees further. Can just see my flywheel lock made of scrap:
Cleaned flywheel and cover plate with brake cleaner. love this stuff.
Cover plate with new e10 bolts:
Old release bearing guide tube, worn slight grooves! This was replaced with new, the bolts put up a fight! I lightly greased it.
More brake cleaner actions and new clutch release hardware fitted up:
No more pics as it was FREEZING. Got the gearbox into position, jacked up a bit, fitted up the new clutch slave (with plastic end) and hose. crack the bleed nipple open as otherwise you fight the system. man. Grease from clutch kit on splines and mainshaft splines.
Jack up the gearbox and simply slide home.
Yeah right, I wrestled with that thing on my back for 2 hours, up a bit down a bit. engine up, engine down wiggle around.
Eventually it goes on and you can pull it home with the super long bolts.
Special tools: RMS installer, e10 socket for clutch cover.
I think I have frostbite in my feet. The rear mount can wait.
GEARBOX IS FINALLY BACK ON!
IN THE SNOW!!!!
First I replaced the tensioners, removed the camlock too and checked the cam hadn't moved. Put a new cam cover plug in. Removed flywheel lock drill bit.
Old RMS out with drill and screw method. You can peer in at the primary chain tensioner pad with the RMS out. This looked fine really, it must be worn but the chain wasn't disappearing into it.
New RMS awaiting install with Gixxer's install tool at the ready:
Slide it on (I had to cut out the install tube to clear the roll pin)
Drive home with the tool lent by Gixxer to exactly 13mm deep:
LUKy me, new flywheel.
New bolts too, tightened to just 25nm and then marked and turned 120 degrees further. Can just see my flywheel lock made of scrap:
Cleaned flywheel and cover plate with brake cleaner. love this stuff.
Cover plate with new e10 bolts:
Old release bearing guide tube, worn slight grooves! This was replaced with new, the bolts put up a fight! I lightly greased it.
More brake cleaner actions and new clutch release hardware fitted up:
No more pics as it was FREEZING. Got the gearbox into position, jacked up a bit, fitted up the new clutch slave (with plastic end) and hose. crack the bleed nipple open as otherwise you fight the system. man. Grease from clutch kit on splines and mainshaft splines.
Jack up the gearbox and simply slide home.
Yeah right, I wrestled with that thing on my back for 2 hours, up a bit down a bit. engine up, engine down wiggle around.
Eventually it goes on and you can pull it home with the super long bolts.
Special tools: RMS installer, e10 socket for clutch cover.
I think I have frostbite in my feet. The rear mount can wait.