1981 KZ550A2 Update

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Re: 1981 KZ550A2 Update easy polish

19 Feb 2016 17:30 - 19 Feb 2016 17:31

Might as well, easier now than on the bike.

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Re: 1981 KZ550A2 Update easy polish

20 Feb 2016 09:49

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www.summitracing.com/parts/SMM-HR010?seid=srese2

Great paint for engine, after doing all that work, skip the rattle can jobs and get something chem resistant that wont peel when fuel hits it.

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Re: 1981 KZ550A2 Update easy polish

20 Feb 2016 10:46

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When Jim from Redline Cycles rebuilt my motor about 7 yrs ago , he painted my jugs & head with BBQ grill paint
& it still looks as good as the day I picked it up from his shop
I don't know if he used a special process, but you can Google BBQ grill paint for motorcycle engines & see what you come up with

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1980 LTD 1000..,1976 LTD 900, have the 1000&900 now. the rest are previous= 1978 KZ 650 B.., 1980 Yamaha XT 500..,1978 Yamaha DT 400.., 1977 Yamaha yz 80..,Honda trail ct 70.., Honda QA 50...5-1/2 hp brigs & straton CAT chopper mini bike...3-1/2 hp mini bike (WHEN GAS WAS ABOUT 45 CENTS A GALLON)!!!!

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Re: 1981 KZ550A2 Update easy polish

20 Feb 2016 13:37

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That real pretty Pete!. R

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Re: 1981 KZ550A2 Update - Flywheel Holder

20 Feb 2016 17:17 - 20 Feb 2016 17:19

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Just wanted to add`that my valve spring compressor is a perfect flywheel holder tool. The tool has socket type attachments for the valve head. With the attachment removed the posts are perfect and the tool is the right size for flywheel holding.

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Re: 1981 KZ550A2 Update - Antisieze on crankcase bolts

21 Feb 2016 20:20

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Hello all, the FSM does not specify anti-seize for any fastener. Should anti-seize be used on crankcase bolts and nuts?
Any input appreciated.

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Re: 1981 KZ550A2 Update - Antisieze on crankcase bolts

21 Feb 2016 20:24

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I don't use it unless it's called for.
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Re: 1981 KZ550A2 Update - Antisieze on crankcase bolts

22 Feb 2016 11:17

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Found the clutch ball bearing, by accident in the driveway outside :dry:

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Re: 1981 KZ550A2 Update - Antisieze on crankcase bolts

22 Feb 2016 11:27

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rrsmsw9999 wrote: Found the clutch ball bearing, by accident in the driveway outside :dry:

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That little bugger tried to get away, :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
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1980 LTD 1000..,1976 LTD 900, have the 1000&900 now. the rest are previous= 1978 KZ 650 B.., 1980 Yamaha XT 500..,1978 Yamaha DT 400.., 1977 Yamaha yz 80..,Honda trail ct 70.., Honda QA 50...5-1/2 hp brigs & straton CAT chopper mini bike...3-1/2 hp mini bike (WHEN GAS WAS ABOUT 45 CENTS A GALLON)!!!!

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Re: 1981 KZ550A2 Update - Antisieze on crankcase bolts

22 Feb 2016 12:20

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Amazing how that happens.

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Re: 1981 KZ550A2 Update - Antisieze on crankcase bolts

22 Feb 2016 12:22

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I vaguely recall sweeping the floor into the drive and now with some melt off...there is was in the lawn screaming at me. :woohoo:

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Re: 1981 KZ550A2 Update - Antisieze on crankcase bolts

22 Feb 2016 12:24

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