clonex Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 I'm thinking of converting my stock swingarm in a -2 because I just do mx and I think will be a great choice! My problem is that i looked around all the forum and i didn't found any information that someone has done it. I've been looking for photos and information on where the best place to cut and any other changes that i have to do.. Anybody can help me? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bansheesrtoys Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 i have it done. you don't cut anything buy a -2 swingarm. makes jumping easy and whoops are even easier. turns alot better to.you will not be dissappointed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CFH87 Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Would a -2 be good for trail riding? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ban99 Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Did this one a while back, a little over built but better safe than sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clonex Posted August 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 My initial idea was to buy a lonestar but are very expensive and I already have a lot of money spent on my bike and I will opt for a homemade job for now .. ban99 why do you choose to cut in that area? If you cut in half would not be easier? or cut in the middle would have to reposition the support of the shock? I'm Portuguese and I'm doing my best with my english for you help me in my doubts Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ban99 Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 You have to cut behind the shock mount in order to keep the angle of the shock the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bansheesrtoys Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 (edited) ban99 is right, if you must cut your own make sure to do it like he did. and yes it is great in the trails. And don't be fooled you can still climb hills and dune it if you want too. Plus it makes doing wheelies more easier and controllable.Only down fall is dragg racing,because you can't lauch pinned wide open or you will see the sky then the ground .You have to have more thottle control to win. But i'm not a dragg racer so it doesn't matter to me. By the way ban99 that is a great job i think. Edited August 22, 2011 by bansheesrtoys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clonex Posted August 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Thanks for the help! Maybe even start working tomorrow at the swingarm .. I do not know what to choose -1 or -2? future I will also get +2+1 a-arms Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clonex Posted August 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2011 Maybe it's a sily question .. But is there any way to remove the current system of chain adjuster(tensioner )? Something that i can change on the stock rear axle bearing .. sorry if this is a stupid question Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bansheesrtoys Posted August 23, 2011 Report Share Posted August 23, 2011 yes their is go to jjandaracing they sell round house tubes but then you have to buy a carrier to use them. round house is the way to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbcmudtruck Posted August 24, 2011 Report Share Posted August 24, 2011 You can build your own, and make it work. Or you can call JL Engineering and get one built for you and be alot farther ahead of the game. I've ran -1.5 stock converted and as well as a -1 jansen. I liked the -1 better, but then again I had a giant motor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.J. Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 Old thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clonex Posted August 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 Thanks a lot...when i get my job done i will post pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clonex Posted August 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 After 2 hours of work here is my -2 swingarm .. I think that was a good job! Just need to reposition the support of the chain guide, grinding and is ready for powder coating Thanks for the help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bansheesrtoys Posted August 26, 2011 Report Share Posted August 26, 2011 lookin good. but i would have went to a round house stye. much easier to adjust the chain. but i quess to just see if you even like a - swinger that great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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