Frustration levels are peaking.
I've only got a few steps left to go on finishing my first build and attempting to run the engine, but I've hit a pretty big snag.
Problem #1: After installing the rear sprocket and replacing the rear wheel, the derailleur no longer wants to work right. While my shift lever indicates 1st, I'm actually in 3rd. It will not shift back down to 2 or 1. It also seems like the chain has a huge tendency to jump off the main sprocket (pedal gear? I'm not an avid cyclist, I'm not 100% on terms). I had to walk away from the bike before I started beating things with a hammer out of frustration.
Problem #2: The sprocket attached to the engine itself doesn't seem to want to spin freely while the clutch is applied. It spins, but takes considerably more effort than I believe it should. I'm hoping liberal lubrication or a good greasing should resolve this issue?
I'm really hoping to get this running and tuned by the end of the week, but it's starting to feel like an impossible goal!
Any help would be extremely appreciated. Thanks!
I've only got a few steps left to go on finishing my first build and attempting to run the engine, but I've hit a pretty big snag.
Problem #1: After installing the rear sprocket and replacing the rear wheel, the derailleur no longer wants to work right. While my shift lever indicates 1st, I'm actually in 3rd. It will not shift back down to 2 or 1. It also seems like the chain has a huge tendency to jump off the main sprocket (pedal gear? I'm not an avid cyclist, I'm not 100% on terms). I had to walk away from the bike before I started beating things with a hammer out of frustration.
Problem #2: The sprocket attached to the engine itself doesn't seem to want to spin freely while the clutch is applied. It spins, but takes considerably more effort than I believe it should. I'm hoping liberal lubrication or a good greasing should resolve this issue?
I'm really hoping to get this running and tuned by the end of the week, but it's starting to feel like an impossible goal!
Any help would be extremely appreciated. Thanks!