Major 1100 Kat rebuild...last post.

[Guest]

NO Dink the forks are too big.

The fairing needs trimming and the fairing frame needs to be bent our and the headlight is being hit by the lower triple clamping bolts.

All of this is minor contact and can be adjusted without changing the look of the bike.

katman

[Anonymous]

Don't forget....I had a cam melt down already...I don't want to risk all this work and money to

"it MAY not help"

Why take the chance when its easy to install, cheap and looks kool?

I was just pointing out what had been explained to me but several very knowlegable engine builders. The fact that they do nothing unless you use oversized studs. I don't care who runs them, and I do think they look 'cool' also. If anything I was giving you some information that you may not be aware of.

I know the ads say they reduce top end oiling problems, but of course they don't explain under what circumstances you can get those type of problems either. They are trying to sell products.

Again, if you don't use oversized studs (and the engine is properly assembled) then you won't need the external oilers. Buying them for looks is another thing all together.

[Anonymous]

BTW Katman - the bike looks very good.

Dink - he probably replaced the triples with the 93 units - simple procedure,

[Guest]

Swanny,

I understand it may not help but I am willing to spend the money for the off chance it may help. It isn't for looks, it's for safety.

thanks for the comment about the bike...and you are correct about the front end. It was a compete conversion, triples and all. I posted some comments on "oldschoolsuzuki" but couldn't get a response. there were some kats there that looked like they had lots of room fairing wise. I had asked about year and model of front end but no answers...

I like this forum because there is lots of response. Good, bad or indifferent you still get answers and that is what it's all about

cheers,

katman

[Guest]

I can't find anyone who still makes a plain offset sprockets for our GS's. PFM's only have offsets for 1150's with a nose for an outboard support bearing. 80.00 USD.

I have phoned and emailed everyone over the last couple of weeks with no luck...SO,

Here is the sprocket I am having made. It's my own design which involves welding one sprocket to another and countersinking for the locking nut.

http://groups.msn.com/GS1100KATANA/180inastockgsswingarm.msnw?albumlist=2

katman.

[Anonymous]

When you say 'PFM' I'm assuming you mean PMF (Precision Metal Fab Racing). I purchased their 5/8" offset 530 for $60. It worked out perfectly for me as I needed that offset. I'm also assuming that you are looking at their 1/2" offset with a nose for $80.

I really don't know why they have that one with a nose - the only reason for having one is for extreemly high output motors or very large offsets - yours doesn't apply on either. I suppose if you were willing to part with the $80 you could buy it and just not use the nose.

Which gets back to the reason I'm posting. The output sprocket is subject to some healthy torque. I would be very cautious trusting welds on this part. I'm no expert, but I doubt that you will get the penetration necessary.

You may be better off in the long run to get the sprocket from PMF and just loose the nose piece.

[robinjo]

Arnout did something similar to that, check it out: http://www.gsx1100.com/motor/gframe2.htm

[Guest]

Ok Swanny,

I am detecting a negative trend here.

If you look closely at the design you will see that the counter cog is only recessed 4mm. leaving 60% intact for taking loads.It could be used by itself granted in a weakened condition. The welds and two pins more than make up for the 4mm loss of material.

I do appreciate your input. It is important to lookat all the downsides with projects.

cheers,

katman

[Guest]

i just talked to PFMR again today and they told me they don't have a 3/8 offset at all, or a 5/8 without a nose. They only make one 5/8 530 pitch 17tooth with a nose for 80.00. All the rest are 630 pitch.

Deb down there told me they haven't made any others.

[Anonymous]

Katman - I'm not trying to be negative - really.

I purchased a 5/8" offset 530 without a nose from them. I have no idea why they said they didn't have one. If you would like I can get the p/n from a receipt I have somewhere - I keep them.

I wasn't talking about the 4 mm removal - that is nesessary so that enough of the threads are exposed so the nut is seated properly. I was talking about the shear forces between the 2 - 10mm pieces. The one thing that is workin in your favor is that both pieces are splined.

Again, I'm not working at being critical. I think you have done an excellent job and I said so earlier. Think of this as an engineering design review prior to moving to production. It's meant to be positive input.

[Guest]

If you come accross the p/n I would like it so I can ask them if they stll have one.

how long ago did you buy it?

She lead me to believe they never made one but I find that hard to believe.

A part number would go along way to clear up the situation.

katman

[Anonymous]

Try Kosman for an offset sprocket. http://www.kosman.net/

[Guest]

well I am moving onto braided brake lines and oil lines. I can't believe how expensive Earl's is. 22.00 CDN for one banjo bolt?????what is up with that.

The cams are done, the barrels are bored to 1166 and the head is ported this weekend. Then its over to get the valve job and back together she goes. Just in time for fist snow.

I ordered a manual cam chain tensioner from Star Racing and will put together the top end oiling kit as soon as I rob a bank to pay for the braided lines and fittings.

I've been told to get rid of the "AVON" azarows....They look good don't they perform?

katman

[Anonymous]

Katman, the first pass through the garage did not net the receipt. I need to do some work out there today, so I'll give it a shot again. I know I don't throw these way.

[Guest]

offset cog done

Here is the offset sprocket finished and ready for intall. I also have the torque link mount done and the swingarm intalled.

http://groups.msn.com/GS1100KATANA/180inastockgsswingarm.msnw?albumlist=2