DISASTER STRIKES – the J1 model cam caps were the wrong ones. The holes didn’t line up and the forged areas were incorrect. Partly our own fault for not checking as thoroughly, but then it shouldn’t have been advertised as J! Immediately ordered another one, and received a full refund on the initial purchase, so all is not lost. The actual J model cam cap is now en route to us. Seems to be identical via the images. So fingers crossed it arrives promptly and is the part we need.
The top of the pistons have been cleaned and polished by the Silverback, as can be seen below. Spiffing job sir!
We are awaiting the head to return from the shop where it is currently being skimmed. Once this is back, the engine rebuild can begin in earnest, with new headgasket, and new rocker cover gasket going back in, alongside new plugs, fresh oil etc. Engine back in the bike, and she will then be taken to the dyno for some testing, so expect a post about that with some footage hopefully!
A big shout out to Gordon Wright, as he is now in a position to be back in the Elite 600’s fighting it out at Oulton, which is now looking a little unlikely for us. Go Gordon!
Next however, Sponsorship update – wheels are moving!
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