First off, This is a great site! I am very impressed with everyones builds.
I bought a beach cruiser with an engine installed (80cc/66cc) and everything was fine. went about 30mph on flats and about 22mph up hill (bicycle computer). Then I blew the lower rod bearing and away went that motor. I just picked up another motor with 2 hours on it so its pretty new. I put it on my bike and it started right up. BUT... now it feels like it has no power. It goes 20mph but wont make it up hills. I pulled the plug and its looking like its running rich. Here is a checklist of what I have done to trouble shoot.
1. Change out magneto
2. Change to ngk plug
3. Checked carb for dirt
4. Checked exhaust for build up (poopoo pipe)
5. Checked for leaky gaskets.
6. Tightened head bolts.
Im at a loss. Should I get a new carb? A new engine kit?
I have NOT tried smaller jets yet. I am waiting for some input as I have never "rejetted" something. I have however soldered and welded for a few years so I am capable of the task.
Thanks again for this fantastic forum.
I bought a beach cruiser with an engine installed (80cc/66cc) and everything was fine. went about 30mph on flats and about 22mph up hill (bicycle computer). Then I blew the lower rod bearing and away went that motor. I just picked up another motor with 2 hours on it so its pretty new. I put it on my bike and it started right up. BUT... now it feels like it has no power. It goes 20mph but wont make it up hills. I pulled the plug and its looking like its running rich. Here is a checklist of what I have done to trouble shoot.
1. Change out magneto
2. Change to ngk plug
3. Checked carb for dirt
4. Checked exhaust for build up (poopoo pipe)
5. Checked for leaky gaskets.
6. Tightened head bolts.
Im at a loss. Should I get a new carb? A new engine kit?
I have NOT tried smaller jets yet. I am waiting for some input as I have never "rejetted" something. I have however soldered and welded for a few years so I am capable of the task.
Thanks again for this fantastic forum.