theohighland
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| posted on 30/12/06 at 07:49 PM |
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converting to bike engine
i have all the parts to finish my locost with a 2ltr dohc engine, but that will leave me with problems with ground clearance, engine heigh, alternator
fit etc and have had it suggested to me to use a bike engine.
However, i wouldnt know where to start with this, would i literally do the same but using a bike engine instead of car engine, or are there other
things that would need to change too, propshaft for example?
I already have Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird carbs, could i just get the engine for this?
Sorry for all the questions!
Theo
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zxrlocost
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| posted on 30/12/06 at 08:16 PM |
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youll need your prop modding
exhaust new engine mounts and a sprocket converter
your correct about the carbs
that should get you most of the way there
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ChrisGamlin
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| posted on 30/12/06 at 09:04 PM |
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Id not chose the blackbird just because you have the carbs though, that particular engine is prone to oil surge problems when installed in a car
unless dry sumped or at least Accusumped. In short there are better BEC engines to be had for similar or less overall cost, such as the R1 or blade,
so have a good dig around in the BEC forum and read the various "which engine" theads before making any decisions.
Chris
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