Bald-headed Roach wrote: hardrockminer and zed 1015 - much thanks! Both bring up issues that have been bugging me (glazed cylinders and starter system).
When I remove the cylinder block from the engine I will be checking to see that the rings are properly fitted (correct side of the ring up and gaps in correct positions). However, what does a glazed cylinder wall look like? What causes glazing?
zed1015 I am very interested in your VITON seats - how can I get in touch with you?
Last question - what are the pros and cons of going to something like the Dyna Electronic Ignition system? I would like to eliminate the ignition system as a source of concern - if that's possible
There are no con's fitting a Dyna 'S' ignition.
I have them replacing the points on all my zeds .
They are fit and forget, bigger spark, better starting and performance.
For the best set up fit matching Dyna coils too. either 3 or 5 ohms.
If your cylinders are glazed they will appear shiny/glossy and very smooth with almost a plated look and most of the crosshatching from honing will have gone within the sweep of the rings just like a high mileage bore.
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