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Old 04-16-2022, 04:22 PM   #11
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I was able to make some progress. About as far as I can go without using parts from the new engine. Going to pull that out and then the new one goes in!




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Old 04-17-2022, 10:00 AM   #12
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Looks good! What did you use for paint on the valve covers etc?

Might want to reduce the size of your photos, they take up the whole screen
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Old 04-19-2022, 11:48 AM   #13
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Looks good! What did you use for paint on the valve covers etc?

Might want to reduce the size of your photos, they take up the whole screen
Whoops! Sorry about that. I did it from my phone so did not realize that. I do see the option to edit so will keep it in mind for future pics.

Thanks! It is VHT Wrinkle Plus. Sprayed and baked for an hour at 200 degrees.
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Old 05-03-2022, 11:21 AM   #14
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Finally got everything finished up and fired it up last night. Time to put it in the cart, fab the exhaust, and then tune the carb!



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Old 05-03-2022, 05:19 PM   #15
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Think about mounting that breather so it points up. The oil splashing around will then drain back down and not make a mess...23+hp Vanguard...
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Old 05-03-2022, 08:34 PM   #16
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Think about mounting that breather so it points up. The oil splashing around will then drain back down and not make a mess...23+hp Vanguard...
Thank you for the heads up! I will keep an eye on it.
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Old 05-05-2022, 05:16 PM   #17
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Isnt 36mm really big for these motors? I read 30-32mm is ideal
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Old 05-05-2022, 09:26 PM   #18
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Isnt 36mm really big for these motors? I read 30-32mm is ideal
All depends on the engine and what you are wanting to do with it. If you are wanting slow low rpm driving, then you want a smaller carb. If you are building an engine with high rpm and max power in mind, then larger carb is ok. Jetting is super important.
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Old 05-06-2022, 10:02 PM   #19
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Isnt 36mm really big for these motors? I read 30-32mm is ideal
I chose the carb based on a couple people's feedback. One switched from a 30mm PVT carb setup and said it was a night and day difference throughout the entire rev range. He played with jetting and only a small pilot change was needed. I will be sure to post my thoughts on this setup compared to a stock 16hp with a rev kit.
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Old 05-31-2022, 09:46 PM   #20
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Got to go for a first drive today. It runs fantastic and has tons of power/great throttle response. I do not believe the gears I have work in my rear so will have to rethink that. Definitely runs out of gear quick. Here is a quick clip

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