(RD350) It seems like it would be a lot easier to mount the engine without the top end on. I remember when taking mine off it seemed awfully tight. Just wondering which is the best way.
I do it with the cylinders on but the heads off. Put the heads on once it's in the frame.
When did they start making frames with the front mount that was removable?
Thanks JSpooner, In that case,(On the base gasket) Do you use gasket sealer on both sides?
I just use grease on the base gaskets so they'll come apart when you need them to later.
Base gasket is a low pressure joint, so no sealer is needed.
Quote from: rodneya on December 14, 2019, 07:16:09 PM
When did they start making frames with the front mount that was removable?
In '76 with the 1st RD400.
All rd 350's and earlier were fixed frame models.
Chuck
Quote from: suey1958 on December 14, 2019, 07:36:55 PM
Thanks JSpooner, In that case,(On the base gasket) Do you use gasket sealer on both sides?
No gasket sealer on base gaskets. A thin layer of grease is good tho. Helps with disassembly.
Very Good, That makes perfect sense. Thanks Again :clap:
Quote from: pdxjim on December 14, 2019, 09:05:38 PM
I just use grease on the base gaskets so they'll come apart when you need them to later.
Base gasket is a low pressure joint, so no sealer is needed.
My preferred way is to use 3M's Marine silicone spray on base gaskets.
(https://www.seamar.com/images/items/CRC06077.jpg)
I do glue the primary gasket to the side cover and then grease the case side as this will save from having to replace it when needing to get into the clutch.
I used the same clutch cover gasket on my F-500 racebike for like 5-6 clutch changes over the whole race season of about 20-25 races.
(in order to win...the clutch is like tires, a disposable item)