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Old 02-24-2008, 09:18 PM
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Default Re: 44 to 36 tooth sprocket swap

This picture shows how it all looks after all bolts are tight and the sprocket is trued up the chain is shortened and back on the bike. All I now need to do is put the guard back on and test ride.
I got it up to 38 mph and chickened out. But the engine speed in the 20 mph range is very nice and smooth just about 1/8 throttle and I motor along. It really lowered the cursing rpms. I can still let the clutch out almost from a stand still and motor away.
I did not go into great detail on this but you all should get an idea on how to mount the rear sprockets and true it up. I used the 3/8" drive air ratchet set at 80 psi tighten up all bolts until it stalled then I used my 1/4" drive hand ratchet to tighten up the bolts when truing the sprocket along with the 10 mm end wrench. This compressed the fiber washer tightly against the spokes and sprocket so nothing will wiggle loose I hope. Thats it.
Rufus now wants me to rub his fur backwards and then start taking the engine apart for the wrist pin replacement. He said he will let me play with the new 36 tooth sprocket for a few days before I tear into the engine. Man what a nice kitty.

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