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cafebelan
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I have a 1979 gs550 is there any way to put the motor in,or any secrets. THANKS
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boontonmike
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Some people like to lay the motor on its side and lay the bike over on top of it then bolt it in. Me personally I set up a crate next to my bike and set the motor on the crate. Works out about the height it will be in the bike . Then just lift the motor and wiggle it in . If its too heavy for you have a friend help and it should be a piece of cake then. Bolt her in , Done.
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7981GS
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Put the bike up on its center stand, place the engine next to the frame at an elevation that just clears the frame tubes,
place a floor jack with a 2 X 8 on it under the engine compartment, walk the engine over by rocking it and lower the floor jack as you install the motor mount bolts.
One person can do it easily.
Daniel
place a floor jack with a 2 X 8 on it under the engine compartment, walk the engine over by rocking it and lower the floor jack as you install the motor mount bolts.
One person can do it easily.
Daniel
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cafebelan
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Thats the way to do it, Thanks alot
Daniel's technique is the way to go - nicely controlled, no back-breaking lifting etc. A couple of added things I do though - Daniel has got the valve cover on there; I usually put that on afterwards as you get a bit of extra clearance with it off. Plus if I have painted the frame I wrap it up with cardboard to avoid the risk of scratching.
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1_v8_merc
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I just pick it up, but I lift properly and have a good back, lol.
Or I'd use a remote winch bolted to the ceiling.
Or I'd use a remote winch bolted to the ceiling.
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