drag engine build

[devin4491]

im not just getting into drag racing.. im just getting o banshees lol. i weigh like 140. so a few people down here get me to jocky sometimes lol. but i dont want an override, its just a pain in the ass.. i rode a honda 565r (bored and stroked 450r) beast bike for a four stroke makes like mid 80's on a small shot of nos.. and he has a 1-5 override and it was a pain in the arse... id rather just shift.. and get into that tranny crap later

[sheefreak]

didn't know he was starting from scratch.but lets see...

stock cases..200

stock crank true and welded..200

tranny(override)..350

cubs w/pistons plated and polished..500

over sized carbs..250

pipes(cpi-shearer-inframe or out)..300

total-1800 of course this is all used stuff and you would still have to buy a few other thing,but will have all the main stuff.

if you cant find these prices your looking in all the wrong places!!!

 

Clutch setup

Head?

Kicker gear

shift shaft

etc.

 

And how often do you find a ready run cub and set of pistons for $500?

 

I am not trying to discourage the kid, but inform him of what he is getting into. Trading his R1 for a running motor is a much better start. He can then upgrade as he can afford it and eventually have a drag motor.

[devin4491]

Clutch setup

Head?

Kicker gear

shift shaft

etc.

 

And how often do you find a ready run cub and set of pistons for $500?

 

I am not trying to discourage the kid, but inform him of what he is getting into. Trading his R1 for a running motor is a much better start. He can then upgrade as he can afford it and eventually have a drag motor.

 

your not discouraging me.. and i appreciate it, because it is showing how much i need and putting it into perspective for me.. lol its gunna be a task. i just realized that if i get the engine for trade that would be best because it would include all the small stuff, ready to run.. and i can build up to what i want.. and still be able to ride my first shee at the same time.. which sounds good to me.. it wont be apart waiting for this and that.

[dajogejr]

You rarely, RARELY find a used cub ready to go for 500 dollars, let alone with pistons.

I'm on the forums, I'm on ebay, I'm on craigslist...that's a rarity. By the time he waits for that deal, he could save for more.

 

If you're serious about getting into drag racing banshees, get an override tranny and a lockup for the clutch.

There is no other way...

If you think they're a PITA, you either got a poorly cut one....or...a poorly cut one.

A dunable override is the best thing since sliced bread!!

[Bansh-eman]

And how often do you find a ready run cub and set of pistons for $500?

I was wondering the same thing. The only way your getting a cub with pistons that cheap is that the pistons seized in the motor and you need to get the jugs re-niked.

[tony cub]

Clutch setup

Head?

Kicker gear

shift shaft

etc.

 

And how often do you find a ready run cub and set of pistons for $500?

 

I am not trying to discourage the kid, but inform him of what he is getting into. Trading his R1 for a running motor is a much better start. He can then upgrade as he can afford it and eventually have a drag motor.

i get at least 4 cubs per year at these prices.sometimes there is some that need plating and those are cheaper and other times i dont get piston,but 95% of the time there in great shape w/no porting and polished.i guess i know all the right people..lol

[tony cub]

Clutch setup

Head?

Kicker gear

shift shaft

etc.

 

And how often do you find a ready run cub and set of pistons for $500?

 

I am not trying to discourage the kid, but inform him of what he is getting into. Trading his R1 for a running motor is a much better start. He can then upgrade as he can afford it and eventually have a drag motor.

you can get a head with domes for 100-150

clutch--are you stock,8 plate,lock out??

reeds--v-force3s 140(new)

intakes --60

every thing else is under $100

[KaosBanshee44]

you can get a head with domes for 100-150

clutch--are you stock,8 plate,lock out??

reeds--v-force3s 140(new)

intakes --60

every thing else is under $100

 

 

NEW Vforce3 reeds for 140? Please tell me where i can get that deal

[tony cub]

NEW Vforce3 reeds for 140? Please tell me where i can get that deal

like i said...i guess your just looking in all the wrong places

http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/mcy/961154247.html

[devin4491]

lol he did just back that up..

[tony cub]

lol he did just back that up..

this guy usally has about 50 sets on hand...when i need a part reeds,pistons,cubs,carbs..i sit on this thing and spend hours surfing looking for a good deal..i rather spend 2 or 3 hours on here then pay 100-150 extra for reeds.i laugh when i see people tring to sell a cub for $800 or a set of used reeds for $200("used for one season").if you want a drag motor and are short on cash,it takes time,but do it right the first time..sit on all these forums and look for a deal and youll get what you want.if you rush into things your not going to be happy.

[tony cub]

DID YOU GUY ON HERE GET THAT FREEBE!!!

[devin4491]

DID YOU GUY ON HERE GET THAT FREEBE!!!

 

what freebe?

[tony cub]

what freebe?

that link..if i were you i would be calling that guy first thing in am..you're going need a set and trust me you're not going to find them any cheaper than that..

[dajogejr]

lol he did just back that up..

 

Sure as hell did.... Must be some Miami Crack heads that need to sell their bikes for dope money....LOL....

 

All that guy is doing is selling them for cost.

He probably buys in bulk to get the dealer pricing, makes a few bucks selling items, then gets rid of the last of it at cost to move it off his shelf.

 

A lot of people in this economy are doing just that....selling at dealer cost just to move product off the shelf.

Edited January 8, 2009 by dajogejr