Twistedtrik Posted March 26, 2008 Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 Okay, so I got the go ahead from my wife to start saving for porting, and such. I am not looking to be "King of the Hill" just a bit more power while still being reliable and not just running straight lines all of the time. What is a good place to start on a decent engine build? I know I will get the same " send it to a builder" and that's all great ( I will for my porting ) but being in the mechanics/automotive industry for 20+ yrs., I have the ability to build it, I just need some ideas on where to get good parts at a fair price and what is recommended for a middle of the road build? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fun_on_the_sand Posted March 26, 2008 Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 First things first: What's on you banshee already? pipes? carbs? airfilters? head? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twistedtrik Posted March 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 Look Down It's all in my sig except for it has an adjustable timing plate set at +4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twistedtrik Posted March 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 Here is everything it has CPI BB in frames with silencers Pro Flow intake with single K&N no box it's wide open RS adj. plate +4 TORS removed That's really all it has. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fun_on_the_sand Posted March 26, 2008 Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 (edited) I don't know how much money you want to spend but this is what I would go for: You already have pipes that work great with ported cylinders, so: - Get a CLYMERS Service manual, you would need that every day during the build - Send your cylinders to D&M in Glandale and get the dune port on them - Get a cool head with 19cc domes (race gas) or 20cc (pump gas) the smaller the domes the better the acceleration - Get a good clutch kit, Barnett or EBC - K&N Clamp on Filters so your engine can breath - V Force 3 reed valves Thats what I would consider the next step for your bike. Edited March 26, 2008 by fun_on_the_sand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twistedtrik Posted March 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 HMMMM sounds pretty good to me. Are the V-Force reeds really all that great? Reason I ask is I am still running stockers. I have the manual coming already and a cool head was on my list to get also. Thanks for the ideas. Anybody else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fun_on_the_sand Posted March 26, 2008 Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 HMMMM sounds pretty good to me. Are the V-Force reeds really all that great? Reason I ask is I am still running stockers. I have the manual coming already and a cool head was on my list to get also. Thanks for the ideas. Anybody else? Yes the V-force 3 are the best avalible, you can check that on the "Product review" forums. I forgot to mention a +4" swing arm, you can get one for $350 that uses the stock bearing carrier. It is sold by Metal Tech, they are next door to D&M on Glendale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twistedtrik Posted March 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 I own a race fabrication shop and am working on my own swinger and arm designs right now. So i am going to wait on that. D&M does pretty good port work then? Prices decent? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06BaNsHeE Posted March 26, 2008 Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 Why are you running Bigbore pipes?I say switch to SB.Unless thats a typo lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twistedtrik Posted March 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 I was told from the previous owner that's what they were. Hell, I don't know the difference. They are big ass CPI pipes that's all I know, i was using his info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bansh-eman Posted March 26, 2008 Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 you can buy my bike. i want to get rid of it and get a MX 450 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twistedtrik Posted March 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 How much? I am seriously thinking about selling mine and finding one already built. Seems like a shitload of headaches so far to build mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shudakeptquiet Posted March 26, 2008 Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 Yes the V-force 3 are the best avalible, you can check that on the "Product review" forums. I forgot to mention a +4" swing arm, you can get one for $350 that uses the stock bearing carrier. It is sold by Metal Tech, they are next door to D&M on Glendale. I've heard very different things, and from several VERY reputable people (runnning dynos) who will remain nameless, that this is a waste of money. In fact, I've heard that stock reed cages with port work, or even VF2s, function even better than VF3s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twistedtrik Posted March 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 That's kinda what I was wondering I am skeptical of spending that kind of money on a "gimmic" I would rather spend it on something that is more worth the money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shudakeptquiet Posted March 26, 2008 Report Share Posted March 26, 2008 That's kinda what I was wondering I am skeptical of spending that kind of money on a "gimmic" I would rather spend it on something that is more worth the money. ...and THAT is what I've heard, time and time again. That money can be much better spent in other areas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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