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KZ Engines 20 Nov 2006 17:07 #93570

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Hey guys, My question is will a
KZ750 block match up with the mounts on an 81' KZ
550 frame? Or better yet, what engines will fit that frame if I find one. My engine needs an overhaul. just curious.
Thanks
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KZ Engines 20 Nov 2006 17:31 #93576

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A 550 will line up just fine, anything else is going to need some modifications :)
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KZ Engines 20 Nov 2006 19:23 #93610

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my next question then is do you konw of anyone that might have a good block on a bad frame or know of someone who does overhauls on these old bikes.

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KZ Engines 20 Nov 2006 20:34 #93641

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Loudhvx (a member here) is the resident 550 expert, he may have a spare or be able to point you in the right direction.

Where are you located?
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KZ Engines 20 Nov 2006 21:19 #93653

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Thanks Man! I live in cincinnati OH.

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KZ Engines 20 Nov 2006 21:24 #93654

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Might look on Ebay , I bought a parts bike awhile back for 75.00 and had extra parts to boot ,, ;)

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KZ Engines 20 Nov 2006 22:39 #93661

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I have one I was thinking of parting with, but I paid $100 for it a long time ago. Cincinnati is quite a haul, if you were closer it might be worth it. You can probably get one on ebay for around $50, but may have to wait til summer when people start parting stuff out.

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KZ Engines 21 Nov 2006 11:07 #93762

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where r u located? i can drive this week if needed!

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KZ Engines 21 Nov 2006 11:11 #93763

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oh and how many miles are on this block? and asking price?

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KZ Engines 21 Nov 2006 11:16 #93764

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I haven't checked the condition on the motor yet even though I've had it for a few years. I don't know how many miles are on it. I'd like to get my money out of it, otherwise I can use it for parts. I'm in Chicago.

What's wrong with the motor you have now.

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KZ Engines 21 Nov 2006 11:22 #93766

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hey man its only like a 5 hour drive. If you check it and its good and not leaking anything, if the price is good, i'll pick it up this week.
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KZ Engines 21 Nov 2006 11:38 #93774

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the motor I've got now:
1. Leaks oil out of every gasket that it has.
2. I took it to two different mechanics and they said because of the miles (20354) it probably has bad rings and pistons, and thats why it bubbles out the block gasket
3. It just need some TLC and I'm in college and I don't have the time or place to tear it down and give it my attention.

Any suggestions?

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