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PS: don't forget to back off the cam chain tensioner before you re-fit 

Appreciate the intel and advice Mcdroid and I will see if I can find the service manuals....I will need them. I believe the engine is the same as the carbeurated 1983 GPZ1100 and, if so, I can try and find the service manual for that. I am aware of the tank issue and understand that it was repaired. I have been riding it--vs. just showing it and intend to do more once I have the gasket repair done. I am the second owner and had been looking for one for a while but will keep you in mind if circumstances change.//Craig

Download the service manual here:
www.kzrider.com/filebase/download/21-kz1...z100r-service-manual
 

howardhb wrote:

Download the service manual here:
www.kzrider.com/filebase/download/21-kz1...z100r-service-manual

Thanks Howardhb. I had downloaded previously and I realized after looking for engine specifications that there appears to missing pages in the Base Manual--specifically section 6.5 and above and therefore is missing diagram for bolt removal order for head. At least I cannot seem to locate it within this manual. Whoever copied and uploaded did me/us a favour but it seems they missed some impt pages. I will keep searching and may choose to buy a service manual on ebay if unsuccessful. Thanks again, Craig
 

The 81 - 83 kz1000/1100 manual in the articles section should have what you need as these all use the "J" motor


 

CT5110 wrote:

 

Striking resemblance:

www.google.com/search?q=Kawasaki+Z1100R1...8&client=firefox-b-1

www.vintagebike.co.uk/pictures/1984-kawa...ddie-lawson-replica/


Compare the following camshaft, crank, head, pistons, etc...engine components:

www.cmsnl.com/kawasaki-z1100r1-1984-euro...49/partslist/1D.html

www.cmsnl.com/kawasaki-zx1100a1-gpz-1983...partslist/19354.html

HI McDroid....I have made progress on the gasket replacement and it was suggested to consider getting the engine painted. It was also brought to my attention that there is a specific 'black' colour that this engine has. Would you happen to know if that, 1) is accurate and 2) if so, where would I find the original colour of the engine. If I am going to do it I would like to get it as close to original as possible. It looks like an enamel paint and I don't think it is powder or ceramic coated.....but I may be wrong. 
Thanks in advance.Craig