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Post by peter007 on Dec 22, 2018 15:07:10 GMT 1
hi guys has any of the experts on here got any advice on starting my newly rebuilt 350 4LO engine . premix in float bowls ? how long to let her run when started ? should i rev it once started or just let it tick over a while first ? so many questions lol just wanna get it right and not cause any damage . cheers in advance everyone ,Pete  |
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Post by panzermatt on Dec 22, 2018 16:31:19 GMT 1
is the pump bled ?
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Post by peter007 on Dec 22, 2018 16:41:23 GMT 1
It will be Matt yes motor is going back in the frame next week
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Post by dusty350 on Dec 22, 2018 17:04:27 GMT 1
Hi Pete I started mine with an auxiliary tank with premix in it until I could fully bleed the pump. Leaving the petrol tank off meant I could check everything over once the engine was running. In fact, I probably run it up to temp 6 or 7 times before I fitted the petrol tank. If you need to adjust something it's easier with then tank off imo. Once running and ticking over, I look for any coolant leaks and generally just check everything is working as it should  Dusty |
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Post by peter007 on Dec 22, 2018 17:07:53 GMT 1
Cheers dusty I’ll keep you posted on progress mate 👍🤞
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Post by dusty350 on Dec 22, 2018 17:26:41 GMT 1
Good luck Pete, I bet it will be just fine Dusty |
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Post by Mr Kipling on Dec 22, 2018 17:34:14 GMT 1
As Dusty says start on some premix and let it idle for a while , check as she,s running..., I always look forward to the first start up after a rebuild.....Atb...
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Post by peter007 on Dec 22, 2018 17:45:05 GMT 1
Exciting times ahead guys 🤞🤞😀
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Post by mikee on Dec 22, 2018 19:39:20 GMT 1
Don’t run a tank of pre-mix and the pump , as dusty says , a wee auxiliary tank , a coolant overflow tank works well , if you over oil then it will run like a bag of shite and you’ll be off on a wild goose chase trying to sort it
Do a couple of heat cycles then check for leaks
I usually find th e head will need a bit more , and it’s a good idea to check the crankcase bolts and nuts (top and bottom )
The exhaust flanges will probably require a tweak as will the cooland hose clips
I’d also say get it mot’d before you do this insued and taxed too , as,if it runs ,and it’s not raining you know you’ll want to give it just a wee run
Enjoy
Mike
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Post by JonW on Dec 23, 2018 11:29:39 GMT 1
yes, also bear in mind that premix is a leaner mix than straight fuel, so defo dont rant it on premix if jetted for normal fuel.
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Post by peter007 on Dec 26, 2018 15:06:56 GMT 1
Moment of truth is here guys all back together going for the start up now !🤞
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Post by madmick on Dec 26, 2018 15:48:14 GMT 1
WELL!!!!...... did it start???
M.M.
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Post by peter007 on Dec 26, 2018 16:40:38 GMT 1
Did she ever ?!?! 4 kicks and straight off sweet as a nut ! Ear to the motor she’s silky smooth . Selects all gears and neutral is fine too . I’m a very happy boy today ! 😃😃😃trying to load a video of it running ? Anybody help me ? I’m using Tapatalk
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Post by peter007 on Dec 26, 2018 16:47:51 GMT 1
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Post by dusty350 on Dec 26, 2018 16:49:46 GMT 1
Congratulations Pete - great news. I've never used Tapatalk, but with Flikr you upload vids in exactly the same way as photos, just in case you have the option of Flikr. Dusty |
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Post by Mr Kipling on Dec 26, 2018 16:56:04 GMT 1
Yeah , well done with the start up congrats....
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Post by dusty350 on Dec 26, 2018 16:58:48 GMT 1
Oh, and bike looks fantastic too Dusty |
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Post by peter007 on Dec 26, 2018 17:17:56 GMT 1
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Post by stusco on Dec 26, 2018 17:29:04 GMT 1
Yep vid works nice bike sounds good it will be better in the band
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Post by dusty350 on Dec 26, 2018 17:31:18 GMT 1
Sounds great Pete Vid works perfectly. Dusty |
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Post by peter007 on Dec 26, 2018 17:54:13 GMT 1
I’m now itching to ride it ! But not on these shit roads ☹️
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Post by markstrange350 on Dec 26, 2018 19:19:08 GMT 1
Bike looks great . Must be killing you not to be able to ride it !
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Post by peter007 on Dec 26, 2018 19:41:45 GMT 1
hey mark she might need a good wash after the next few days ! as long as the roads aren't white with grit and salt thinking shell start her apprenticeship fairly soon ?
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Post by arrow on Dec 26, 2018 19:50:38 GMT 1
Sounds great. Well done.
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Post by peter007 on Dec 26, 2018 20:06:06 GMT 1
Cheers Gary oil pump is spot on by the looks of it mate 👍
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Post by arrow on Dec 26, 2018 20:08:01 GMT 1
Sorted.
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Post by petenofear on Dec 26, 2018 20:13:11 GMT 1
Bike looks mint mate and sounds alsome
Get out and ride it you can always give it a clean when your back
Well done mate
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Post by madmick on Dec 26, 2018 20:17:27 GMT 1
Nice one Pete! That sound always makes my spine tingle 😍
M.M.
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Post by peter007 on Dec 26, 2018 20:25:56 GMT 1
Like dusty says the motor really is an easy one to work on . Ok I’ve done my Suzuki gt250 before and that was different to the LC but the lc really is a nice engine to work on . Don’t be scared of it guys if I can do it you all can just use the right tools ok 👍
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Post by Tobyjugs on Dec 26, 2018 21:55:15 GMT 1
Great looking bike and sounds nice as well. Are you using standard baffles or something slightly different?
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