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Broken head overhanging threads
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27 Jan 2024 11:55 #894492
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Travis
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1981 GPZ 550 -gone
1984 GPZ 550
1985 GPZ 550
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Picked up an 84’ gpz 550 for a good deal. Bike sat for many many years. Upon diss assembly I noticed this broken off piece that secured the valve cover.
Wondering if anyone knows a good way to repair. Is welding a piece then retapping the only way?
I have a spare engine out of an 85’ but would like to salvage this if possible. Thanks.
Wondering if anyone knows a good way to repair. Is welding a piece then retapping the only way?
I have a spare engine out of an 85’ but would like to salvage this if possible. Thanks.
Travis
Maryland
1981 GPZ 550 -gone
1984 GPZ 550
1985 GPZ 550
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27 Jan 2024 12:41 #894494
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Replied by Wookie58 on topic Broken head overhanging threads
It would need welding and re-tapping if you want it to hold pressure on the gasket. I suspect anything less will result in incurable oil leaks
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27 Jan 2024 16:14 #894503
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Replied by Buffalo515 on topic Broken head overhanging threads
That’s what I’m figuring. Just wanted to see if anybody had any creative ideas.
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28 Jan 2024 07:18 #894517
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1977 KZ650 B1
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Replied by gd4now on topic Broken head overhanging threads
I agree the correct way to fix that is with a weld. bore and tap as Wookie suggested. I can not tell from the pics but you might be able to build a clamp (threaded rod and nuts etc) to put some pressure on the cover/gasket. But it would only be a temp solution at best.
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29 Jan 2024 08:34 #894588
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Travis
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Replied by Buffalo515 on topic Broken head overhanging threads
I appreciate your input. Time to go find someone with a TIG!
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